Debating on a Flex

Which polisher?

  • FLEX LK603VVB

    Votes: 1 2.4%

  • FLEX L3403 VRG

    Votes: 17 40.5%

  • Other

    Votes: 24 57.1%
  • Total voters
    42
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Ok, guys and gals:

I'm here begging for your input to help me decide which Flex I should get. I have seen both the LK603VVB (Rotary) and FLEX L3403 VRG Lightweight Circular Polisher and they both look nice, but since I am going to upgrade from a PC, I want the best possible option for me, in your honest opinion.Taking opinions also for other rotary info

So, what's your vote?

Thanks

Joey

P.D. Can this be made into a poll?
 
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I'm holding off on a Flex PC due to the failure of backing plate some have experienced. When there is a permanent fix I'm going Flex PC.
 
wytstang said:
I'm holding off on a Flex PC due to the failure of backing plate some have experienced. When there is a permanent fix I'm going Flex PC.
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Thanks!

I made an edit to my post to make sure I cover all the bases concerning rotary info
 
I would go for the flex L3403 its a smaller unit, its weights about 4 lbs less than the LK 603 and about 2 lbs less than the makita. So far everyone that I sold this unit too tells me it is better and easier to handle. Also the location of the variable speed dial is different and it allows you for easier changes in speed.
 
wytstang said:
I'm holding off on a Flex PC due to the failure of backing plate some have experienced. When there is a permanent fix I'm going Flex PC.
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why wait? if you just do a few precautionary things when you receive it (just to make sure), you shouldn't have any problems. i don't think there will be a "permanent fix" (i'm sure many have used it without doing anything to it with no issues as well). i bet there have been thousands sold, and just an isolated case of problems which i bet is a very small percentage. like anything else, there will be problems no matter what brand it is (UDM, G110, Hitachi, etc)...
 
Bigfoot said:
Ok, guys and gals:

I'm here begging for your input to help me decide which Flex I should get. I have seen both the LK603VVB (Rotary) and FLEX L3403 VRG Lightweight Circular Polisher and they both look nice, but since I am going to upgrade from a PC, I want the best possible option for me, in your honest opinion.Taking opinions also for other rotary info

So, what's your vote?

Thanks

Joey

P.D. Can this be made into a poll?
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Lookie here!
Joey is going high tech! You have lost me here!

lauren
 
The Flex is the best upgrade for a orbital specifically, but if a professional or looking for fasted correction then a rotary is the better choice.
 
I like the lightweight Flex, very easy to work with.
 
BigAl3 said:
why wait? if you just do a few precautionary things when you receive it (just to make sure), you shouldn't have any problems. i don't think there will be a "permanent fix" (i'm sure many have used it without doing anything to it with no issues as well). i bet there have been thousands sold, and just an isolated case of problems which i bet is a very small percentage. like anything else, there will be problems no matter what brand it is (UDM, G110, Hitachi, etc)...
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I'm just more hesitant after seeing some UDM's fail then the UDM being discontinued (<-don't even get me started on that one). I know it's apple to oranges I'm just going to sit and wait a bit. Don't mean to highjack...
 
Keep us posted, Joey! Good luck with your choice.
 
I love my Flex DA polisher!!! Maybe will learn rotary one day, just not ready for it yet. Remember, with Flex polisher you will be polishing the car, unlike with PC/UDM, you polish your hands more (and you can feel it) then you polish the paint...:cheers:
 
supercharged said:
I love my Flex DA polisher!!! Maybe will learn rotary one day, just not ready for it yet. Remember, with Flex polisher you will be polishing the car, unlike with PC/UDM, you polish your hands more (and you can feel it) then you polish the paint...:cheers:
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I've got to agree with Supercharged. The Flex 3401 is a great machine and I'm happy I chose it.
 
Only flex you'll need is the xc3401. If your going to get a rotary, i would get a Makita 9227C Polisher is the best bag for the buck!
 
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Welcome to the club! What are your experiences / opinions / thoughts on it so far?

Used it on my car, can't believe how easy it is to learn - very user friendly. I am selling my makita to a fellow detailer in my area - in case you're wondering if I like it...
 
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