buy flex or pc?

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Speed-Dude

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so i've been debating for the past few days to either get a flex or a pc. i know alot of people say "get a flex its the best!" but ive seen over and over again that people are saying "i just got this new pc and it rocks!".

another reason why i can't decide is that im 15 years old so my budget is extremely tight. $150 is probably a bit more precious than most people would feel but as i've been seeing, the detailing business is fairly fruitfull. whichever machine ill be getting, ill be keeping for a very long time.

third thing is if anyone thinks i shouldnt even spend my money on starting a little side business and should just focus on school. i am planning on saving my profits for college.

appreciate any help! :D:D
 
If money is tight then go for the PC. Remember you still need pads and products. The flex is better and will reduce your detail time, but do what you can. The PC works great. Remember to get some 4 inch pads. They help a lot.
 
If you can afford to do it correctly the first time then Flex. Trust me any user that has PC and tried Flex did not go back afterwards for anything but carpet cleaning and light finishing polishes.
 
killrwheels@autogeek said:
If you can afford to do it correctly the first time then Flex. Trust me any user that has PC and tried Flex did not go back afterwards for anything but carpet cleaning and light finishing polishes.
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I still use mine. I'll flex most of the car. Then use the PC with the 4 inch pads on the bumpers.
 
4" pad capability; that is 100% the reason i didn't get the flex and got my PC (i have rotary now, finally ; )

I can't imagine not having 4" pad capability for all the tight areas.
 
are you trying to go into business, then again its still a tough call...you can get 2 pc's for the price of a flex...

i have two pc's, and have no problems doing what i need to do with them...i am sure a flex would be nice, but too pricey for me the weekend hobbyist...
 
i guess ill be doing more of a weekend hobbyist type of thing
 
i got the PC and im pleased with it. But then again i dont use it on a weekly basis. If you plan on using it constantly then the flex will be better
 
Another option might be the Megs G110 as it has a little more power than the PC.
 
If you can afford the Flex and a few basic pads / supplies, go that route.

After you make a few dollars you can easily and inexpensively add a USED Porter Cable as they have been out for many years and can be found in most pawn shops, garage sales or flea markets at a reasonable price (as in $60 to $95).

The Flex will do 80% - 90% of the surfaces on most vehicles much faster (according to those who use both). Time is money - spend a little more now to save the most over time.

Regards,
GEWB
 
i am going to vote for you to get a pc or the meguiars g110....you just dont seem like you need the extra cost of a flex, you can spend that money on an array of polishes and pads and other supplies....
 
I bought a PC and the couple times I've used it I was very pleased. I haven't looked into the price of a Flex, but if it's that much more expensive, then go with the PC because you still need to add the compounds, polishes, pads, etc. Try looking into getting a PC kit...it might save you a few bucks. What kind of car will you be working on?
 
flex with nothing is 279.00...pc with a few pads and polish and wax is 169.00
 
Well i think every DA that we've named do a great job when used with the proper polishes/compounds/waxes+sealents. I was in the exact same position as you about 3 months ago. I bought a PC kit which was around $279.00 from here. I like to really take my time so the PC works great for me.

I will say, once you start adding up all the pads, polishes, and other accessories ....you'll be getting up there in price. Once i bought the kit, i then added some other stuff to it which really complete the whole package.

My advice to you would be to start with the PC. Make some money with it and gain a good technique. Heck after detailing 5 cars, you would be able to buy a flex plus tons of other supplies....,then later down the road sell the PC and by that time you may want to go up to a rotary. The possibilities are endless lol.
 
Flex all the way. Don't ever bother looking at PC. After all, do you want a Corvette, or a Cavalier?
 
If the original poster is truly on a budget, he can pick up a used PC from a detailer upgrading to a flex, etc. Then, if he gets business, he can upgrade to flex or a rotary. Every time I ask people, they say skip the flex, get some practice hoods, and learn the rotary. It costs the same and even faster and better results.
 
I upgraded to a Flex because it works faster. When it's 100* out and want to be done as soon as possible. On the other hand if you plan on picking up side jobs they are more then likely involve interior detailing as well. This is where the PC wins, you can buy brush attachments for interior detailing. It can and will help remove stubborn stains better/faster then you would by hand. Menzerna polishes will help speed up the correction process that for sure. PC+Menzerna=Awesome results (as would the Flex ;) )
 
joshs07redss said:
What kind of car will you be working on?
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well i've pretty much got four cars lined up already. two very hard clear coats and 2 very soft clear coats

carbon black 08 m3 (soft)
jet black 08 x5 (soft)
anthracite gray 02 540i (hard)
graphite gray 06 325i (hard)

so im just a bit worried about whether the pc is gonna be a pita on the hard ones and i really do like the idea of the carpet brushes for the pc.

now im really leaning towards the pc with most likely m105 and m205. :D
 
Alright. Menzerna kit, 5.5 lake country pads, porter cable menzerna kit, ceramic clear polishing kit, Mercedes polishing kit

That is a great kit. Those polishes are proven to work on the hardest of clear coats (Vettes, Audis, BMW, VW, etc.). It's a little pricey, but it basically has everything you would need to start. The money you will spend on a Flex plus all the pads, compounds, etc. will be much more than this. Plus if you're in FL you'll get free shipping. Also, you should pick up a bottle of the M105 just as a backup. No need for the 205 if you go with the kit.
 
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