PC 7424 user looking to graduate to a FLEX

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So as the title states im looking to get into a Flex polisher been using the PC7424 for a little over a year an a half.. I feel I am ready to graduate to a FLEX..

Any concerns i should consider? Obviously a few practice runs on some hoods from the junk yard will be in a affect..

Thnx..
 
2kredbb6 said:
So as the title states im looking to get into a Flex polisher been using the PC7424 for a little over a year an a half.. I feel I am ready to graduate to a FLEX..

Any concerns i should consider? Obviously a few practice runs on some hoods from the junk yard will be in a affect..

Thnx..
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Year and a half with a pc makes you more than qualified to run a flex da. It's not a rotary.
 
You should pick up on it pretty quick if you're getting the 3401 but its not the hood where you will need the practice, its the side panels.
 
Rsurfer said:
Year and a half with a pc makes you more than qualified to run a flex da. It's not a rotary.
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This forum covers all Flex polishers so he could be talking about a rotary ;)
 
Wouldnt the Flex Da be the same as the PC7424?
Or is it a bit stonger?
Why would the side panels be more of an issue?

Thnx again for your responses..
 
2kredbb6 said:
Wouldnt the Flex Da be the same as the PC7424?
Or is it a bit stonger?
Why would the side panels be more of an issue?

Thnx again for your responses..
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The Flex has a forced rotation as well as a random orbit (like the PC) combining the two does the correction of a rotary while being safe on your paint like a PC.

So basically it jiggles like a PC and spins like a rotary at the same time :dblthumb2:
 
Pockets @Poorboy'sWorld said:
The Flex has a forced rotation as well as a random orbit (like the PC) combining the two does the correction of a rotary while being safe on your paint like a PC.

So basically it jiggles like a PC and spins like a rotary at the same time :dblthumb2:
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OK last question (MAYBE) would it be wise to get the Flex DA before i jumped into a Rotary?
 
I had never touched any polisher in my life. I spent 2 hours with the GG6 before I moved to the Flex 3401. I was worried too and almost didn't get it but thanks to Dwayne at AG and a few minutes of internal flip-flopping on my part I was reassurred of it. You'll be fine. And you may find true love ;)



Dubbin1 said:
You should pick up on it pretty quick if you're getting the 3401 but its not the hood where you will need the practice, its the side panels.
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:dblthumb2: :goodpost:


2kredbb6 said:
OK last question (MAYBE) would it be wise to get the Flex DA before i jumped into a Rotary?
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I say get em BOTH!!
 
Thnx CeeDog honestly i am really thinking about getting both The Flex an a Rotary.. So once i feel comfortable with the Flex, the Rotary will be at arms reach an ready to use..
 
CEE DOG said:
I had never touched any polisher in my life. I spent 2 hours with the GG6 before I moved to the Flex 3401. I was worried too and almost didn't get it but thanks to Dwayne at AG and a few minutes of internal flip-flopping on my part I was reassurred of it. You'll be fine. And you may find true love ;)





:dblthumb2: :goodpost:




I say get em BOTH!!
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He has a pc and 1 1/2 years of experience..I say go for the rotary.
 
So I placed my order last night, i cant wait to get it an start using it..
Heres is what I ordered..
1 MF-B7525-3B - 6 Qty Special Purchase Blue Microfiber B 24.99
1 MF-800-3-B - 6 QTY Arctic White Edgeless Microfiber Po 19.99
1 MFC-600-3-B - 6 QTY Cobra Blue All Purpose Microfiber 14.99
2 COBRA-1616G-3B - 6 QTY 16 x 16 inch Cobra Gold Plush J 25.98
1 WG-FLEX-3401 - Wolfgang FLEX XC3401 Concours Polishing 399.99
1 MEN-APO88P - 16 oz. Menzerna Power Lock Polymer Seala 24.99
1 DP-730 - DP Polishing Pad Rejuvenator 17.99
1 PAD-TOOL - Foam Pad Conditioning Brush 12.99
1 CO-845 - Collinite Liquid Insulator Wax #845 16oz. 14.99
1 DIA-950FREE - Diamondite Crystal Gloss� Surface Prot 0.00
1 SAMPLES - Free Car Care Sample 0.00
1 summer15 - 15% savings -10.64
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Sub-Total: 546.26
Tax: 0.00
Shipping & Handling: 0.00
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TOTAL: 546.26
 
2kredbb6 said:
So I placed my order last night, i cant wait to get it an start using it..
Heres is what I ordered..
1 MF-B7525-3B - 6 Qty Special Purchase Blue Microfiber B 24.99
1 MF-800-3-B - 6 QTY Arctic White Edgeless Microfiber Po 19.99
1 MFC-600-3-B - 6 QTY Cobra Blue All Purpose Microfiber 14.99
2 COBRA-1616G-3B - 6 QTY 16 x 16 inch Cobra Gold Plush J 25.98
1 WG-FLEX-3401 - Wolfgang FLEX XC3401 Concours Polishing 399.99
1 MEN-APO88P - 16 oz. Menzerna Power Lock Polymer Seala 24.99
1 DP-730 - DP Polishing Pad Rejuvenator 17.99
1 PAD-TOOL - Foam Pad Conditioning Brush 12.99
1 CO-845 - Collinite Liquid Insulator Wax #845 16oz. 14.99
1 DIA-950FREE - Diamondite Crystal Gloss� Surface Prot 0.00
1 SAMPLES - Free Car Care Sample 0.00
1 summer15 - 15% savings -10.64
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sub-Total: 546.26
Tax: 0.00
Shipping & Handling: 0.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL: 546.26
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All aboard the Flex train! TOOT! TOOT! :D
 
Ok your post is pushing me to buy the flex too!! thanx!
 
2kredbb6 said:
So I placed my order last night, i cant wait to get it an start using it..
Heres is what I ordered..
1 MF-B7525-3B - 6 Qty Special Purchase Blue Microfiber B 24.99
1 MF-800-3-B - 6 QTY Arctic White Edgeless Microfiber Po 19.99
1 MFC-600-3-B - 6 QTY Cobra Blue All Purpose Microfiber 14.99
2 COBRA-1616G-3B - 6 QTY 16 x 16 inch Cobra Gold Plush J 25.98
1 WG-FLEX-3401 - Wolfgang FLEX XC3401 Concours Polishing 399.99
1 MEN-APO88P - 16 oz. Menzerna Power Lock Polymer Seala 24.99
1 DP-730 - DP Polishing Pad Rejuvenator 17.99
1 PAD-TOOL - Foam Pad Conditioning Brush 12.99
1 CO-845 - Collinite Liquid Insulator Wax #845 16oz. 14.99
1 DIA-950FREE - Diamondite Crystal Gloss� Surface Prot 0.00
1 SAMPLES - Free Car Care Sample 0.00
1 summer15 - 15% savings -10.64
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sub-Total: 546.26
Tax: 0.00
Shipping & Handling: 0.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------
TOTAL: 546.26
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Can we say your hooked on detailing now :dblthumb2:
 
Yesterday was my first time with the Flex 3401. Going from a PC 7336 I couldn't believe how much less vibration with the Flex and how much easier to handle than the PC. I can't believe it was just the pads.

If you can operate a PC then the Flex should be down right simple. There was no arm shaking vibration. Running on speed six was no problem at all and very controllable. Easier to operate on speed six than the PC.

I could take out scratches with Mezerna Super Finis Nano polish and a green pad where I couldn't remove them with the PC with a 4" orange pad.

I ran 6" Kompressor pads, cleaning the pad after each section in the Universal Pad Washer and continuing with the same pad for the entire vehicle.

Love the speed control and the variable speed trigger. It was great to be able to lock the speed on 6 and then be able to dial the speed back to 5 while still on speed control.

And did I mention there was no arm tingling vibration as with the PC.
 
Side handle for the flex?

I got a Flex 230 volt from Autogeek. Have not used it yet. The accessories included a Hexagon socket key for the backing plate, 2 slotted screws to be used if the bail handle is removed as preference. There is also a side handle with a threaded end. Where does it go ? logically at the same place as one of the slotted screws I guess. The handle itself has a black half circular sliding/rotating cover at the base. If it is slid around it exposes two studs attached to the main handle. I am a little confused about why and where. The black piece has Flex Softvib written on it.

Rgds
Sid
 
Dang. I actually bought exactly what you did the other day :xyxthumbs:.... BUT didn't remember the discount code.
Should be here in an horu or two and have two cars just waiting to get some.
 
Don't feel bad, I don't think the discount codes ever apply to polishers or polisher kits.

I have been looking to get into a flex now that I am doing at least 1 correction detail a week, and would like to keep my PC for 4" pads...I just want to do a few more details first to cover the cost of ordering it, ha ha.
 
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