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ShaunDugan
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Have you ever used MF cutting disc/pads on the PC? If you haven't I would try them before investing in a new polisher. The PC has enough power to do a lot of correction when equipped with pads(foam or MF) under 6". What size and type of pads are you currently using on the PC? Also, what polishes and compounds are you using?
ihaveacamaro
I like teeth
Although the GG is a better machine in my opinion, it's not significantly better to warrant buying it if you have the PC.
The Flex or the Rupes though... those are awesome. I tried both, but I have a Rupes. Should say something
If you do get one of those, you should keep your PC for small pads and use it solely for small areas.
Of course, I do agree with ShaunDugan. The PC is plenty capable if you pair it with MF pads. If you're only doing 3 cars, you don't really need a Flex.
The Flex or the Rupes though... those are awesome. I tried both, but I have a Rupes. Should say something
If you do get one of those, you should keep your PC for small pads and use it solely for small areas.
Of course, I do agree with ShaunDugan. The PC is plenty capable if you pair it with MF pads. If you're only doing 3 cars, you don't really need a Flex.
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
Nobody really needs a polisher... but with this sale, the FLEX is almost too awesome to pass up!!!!
Ronkh
Wax Waster
Flex
Swanicyouth
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So, I have a Rupes, a GG 6, and a PC. I think a GG6 is the most universal machine of the bunch, due to it's power and the ability to use pads 3-6.5". It also has the power to correct glass with the correct pads and glass polish. I bought the GG6 after I had the PC and it was a major upgrade for me.
If your interested in the Rupes, IMHO the machine will work best with THEIR pads and polishes (at least their pads), so to get the full benefit of the Rupes smoothness - factor in the price of pads. I think the Rupes system is a no brainer - if you can afford all the goodies. But, you will still need another machine to use 3-4" pads with. You can use your PC there, but I'm not sure how well it would work with Rupes polishes.
I had the chance to try a 3401 at DF at the Flex booth. I wanted to see about the machine "walking". Well, after a few seconds the machine seemed familiar to me. It does take a bit more "control" than a Rupes to use, but I think I could buff out a car with a 3401 no problem.
There has been the occasional 3401 user that posted they have had trouble finishing on certain paints for whatever reason. This may be do to the direct drive of the machine - or maybe just the user. But, the 3401 does have a lot of power and can use pads as small as 4".
If your interested in the Rupes, IMHO the machine will work best with THEIR pads and polishes (at least their pads), so to get the full benefit of the Rupes smoothness - factor in the price of pads. I think the Rupes system is a no brainer - if you can afford all the goodies. But, you will still need another machine to use 3-4" pads with. You can use your PC there, but I'm not sure how well it would work with Rupes polishes.
I had the chance to try a 3401 at DF at the Flex booth. I wanted to see about the machine "walking". Well, after a few seconds the machine seemed familiar to me. It does take a bit more "control" than a Rupes to use, but I think I could buff out a car with a 3401 no problem.
There has been the occasional 3401 user that posted they have had trouble finishing on certain paints for whatever reason. This may be do to the direct drive of the machine - or maybe just the user. But, the 3401 does have a lot of power and can use pads as small as 4".
Stokdgs
dansautodetailing.com
Great feedback !
I have all the machines and bought a Flex 3401VRG when they first came out, many years ago...
About the only thing that took a few minutes to overcome, is the counter clockwise rotation, but if you are new at this and have not gotten used to the machine pulling to the Right, then it may not be anything different..
I still use Rotary Power for everything because I can and it works great for me..
Good luck with your research !
DanF
I have all the machines and bought a Flex 3401VRG when they first came out, many years ago...
About the only thing that took a few minutes to overcome, is the counter clockwise rotation, but if you are new at this and have not gotten used to the machine pulling to the Right, then it may not be anything different..
I still use Rotary Power for everything because I can and it works great for me..
Good luck with your research !
DanF
tropicsteve
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money is no problem= flex, rupes, or both
money is kind of a problem= griot's . money is a big problem= keep your pc, try some new pads, compounds, polishes, aio, waxes, sealants, coatings...(warning:this could lead to thinking money is no problem)
money is kind of a problem= griot's . money is a big problem= keep your pc, try some new pads, compounds, polishes, aio, waxes, sealants, coatings...(warning:this could lead to thinking money is no problem)