Which way to go

[Cpetty90]

In ur opinion out of g21,rupes Bigfoot,or flex 6in for constant everyday use?

[Cpetty90]

I Wrk at Dave Edwards toyota I'm buffing constantly. Would u recommend the g21 or bigfoot

[DMiglio]

Gonna need a little more information to help you out. Let's start with..
-what polishers, if any, are you using now?
-what are the most common details you perform? (2 steps, 1 steps or all in ones)
-what condition are most cars on average that you're working on?
-lots of curved body panels or tight spots?

This might help others to help you.

I will say after using the griots and rupes this past weekend they are extremely similar, but if you choose either of these, its best to buy into the whole system. Whether rupes or griots BOSS. These products were all developed to work together to achieve maximum results during all stages of the detail. They are smoother in operation to the Flex with minimal vibration but can stall relatively easily in tight spaces or curved panels.

The flex is a totally different animal and as Mike Phillips calls it, "The Beast!" The polisher won't stop until you turn it off, this is great for curves and can be tilted on the edge of the pad for tighter spots. A con related to this though is the polisher "works" you and can "walk" on you if you're angling even slightly and not aware. Idk I may be in the minority but this polisher was a bit much for me and not too sure I'd want to use it daily. I'd bet this would knock out cars quicker than the 21 mm DA's though, that's why condition would matter too. If the cars are wrecked and you need quick turn around, you might want to get familiar with this tool!

-David

[VISITOR]

I Wrk at Dave Edwards toyota I'm buffing constantly. Would u recommend the g21 or bigfoot

time is money and cars need to be in and out, so with that said the flex 3401 (the beast) would be a good choice (no pad stall on curves or when you apply too much pressure) and it's built like a tank. also, there are two different size backing plates available which will allow you to use different size pads as well...

Flex XC 3401 VRG Dual Action Orbital Polisher (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-orbital-polisher.html)
https://sep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2267_62298613
FLEX XC3401 4 Inch Changeable Backing Plate System
(http://www.autogeek.net/flex-xc3401-backing-plates.html)
https://sep.yimg.com/ay/autogeek/flex-xc3401-changeable-backing-plate-system-5.gif
FLEX XC3401 Mini 4.5 inch Backing Plate (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-xc3401-mini-backing-plate.html)
https://sep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2267_62997175

[Cpetty90]

6 in flex n Griot's 6in. I work at Dave Edwards toyota. I'm constantly buffing daily. I get sum pretty messed up vehicle s.

[DMiglio]

Yup, as VISITOR said, Flex

[Eldorado2k]

Who's this Dave Edwards guy? Somebody famous or something? Lol.

[Rsurfer]

Who's this Dave Edwards guy? Somebody famous or something? Lol.
You don't have to be famous to own a Toyota dealership, just rich.

[Eldorado2k]

You don't have to be famous to own a Toyota dealership, just rich.

I know, I was just joking since OP keeps mentioning him by name, as if we're all supposed to know about him/that world famous dealership. :) lol.

[dlc95]

Constant everyday use, Flex 3401.

It has the ability to spin different size pads, and it can spin different size pads. This comes in handy when doing industrial vehicles, or large trucks/SUVs.

I know it bothers some, but the counter-clockwise rotation, and walk effect never bothered me. Once you use it a couple times, you'll have no problem.

[Cpetty90]

Another question b/c of My job any suggestions on which would be better the rupes or g21 boss. Recommendation on which 3 " would be best Griot's, flex or rupe

[GSKR]

If you can use a rotary and finish down with a rotary it would be much faster.I don't think there paying you for a lot time to move these cars through a detail process.

[Cpetty90]

I appreciate the advice..yea using the flex at first n finishing with g21 saves me a lot of time