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Polisher help or recommendations?
Hi,
I am shopping for polishers now as I am prepping for the launch of my mobile detail business in 2015.
Which polisher is better? I've been looking at the Porter Cable XP and the Cyclo polisher. They both seem pretty good, but it's hard to justify the price of the Cyclo over the PC. I would consider other brands as well.
Any help is appreciated. Thanks,
-Silverhorse84
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
If money was no object I'd go with the flex and a rupes mini. If it is I'd go GG6" with a plan to get a flex then use the GG6" with small plates for the intricate areas.
It's all in the details
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if your choices are the PC or the Cyclo, you cant go wrong with either. they are both good reliable machines. if money is a concern then i would choose the PC
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Flex 3401 VRG is IMO the way to go. No DA can compare to the forced rotation of the Flex...PERIOD.
The Rupes mini would be for the small areas
CJ
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Originally Posted by Kamakaz1961
Flex 3401 VRG is IMO the way to go. No DA can compare to the forced rotation of the Flex...PERIOD.
The Rupes mini would be for the small areas
THIS!!
Flex all the way - not a fan of Rupes though.
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I wish I would have started with a Flex.
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Do you have anyone nearby that can let you try a polisher out? Flex/Rupes are great but depending on your budget if you go with one of the lower priced options I'd go with the Griot's 6".
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Originally Posted by af90
Do you have anyone nearby that can let you try a polisher out? Flex/Rupes are great but depending on your budget if you go with one of the lower priced options I'd go with the Griot's 6".
No, unfortunately not, but I want to get out to a few detailer training classes out on the west coast to try out equipment while learning the trade.
For now, I am taking my time to piece everything together for my business. I don't plan to launch until like the near end of the first quarter, 2015. So, I have time to do a little research and build some bank to buy my equipment.
My biggest concerns are:
- good results, since the finished product will be my reputation
- durability for standing up to the everyday grind of detailing
- reasonable price, if possible
- I don't want to have to spend twice on the piece of equipment if I don't have to.
I appreciate the help though. Good information to know.
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Originally Posted by Mach1USMC
THIS!!
Flex all the way - not a fan of Rupes though.
Agreed with the Flex all the way. But wouldn't it be neat if the Flex came in a mini size that can handle 3" like the GG 3" and Rupes Mini? That would be very cool!! I haven't tried any Rupes so I can't comment. I set my PC7424 XP with a 2 7/8" backing plate to handle the 3" pads. Works awesome! The GG 3" IMO is now a nice paper weight!!....LOL
CJ
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