Flex 3401 VRG Headcount

[JuneBug]

Hey Willie, I kinda agree with ya - even though I've never used a Hitachi, I do have a Makita and I used a Dewalt last week. Both Makita and DeWalt can be bought for 200 bucks. But, for someone that isn't doing this professionally OR who doesn't want to use a rotary - then the Flex makes perfect sense. You have the quality, and superior power over the PC and UDM plus it's cheaper than a Cyclo if you add pads (and you will have to anyway). I was on the fence and even had my wife to offer to buy it, and I would have IF - I didn't have a rotary. But to all those that did get it, I'm a little jealous!

[howareb]

I have the Flex on the Christmas list also. My UDM had to be replaced after 2 uses. I got my replacement now that is brand new, but I may just have to keep it only as a backup, that I may never have to use.

[WilliamHBonney]

Originally Posted by JuneBug

Hey Willie, I kinda agree with ya - even though I've never used a Hitachi, I do have a Makita and I used a Dewalt last week. Both Makita and DeWalt can be bought for 200 bucks. But, for someone that isn't doing this professionally OR who doesn't want to use a rotary - then the Flex makes perfect sense. You have the quality, and superior power over the PC and UDM plus it's cheaper than a Cyclo if you add pads (and you will have to anyway). I was on the fence and even had my wife to offer to buy it, and I would have IF - I didn't have a rotary. But to all those that did get it, I'm a little jealous!

Yeah I guess if you want to look at it that way. I can get the Hitachi for $150 on line and all you would have to do is turn the speed down. Hey to each his / her own just expressing my thoughts.

[teker]

I was just considering a rotary when this Flex thing came up. Sounds like the perfect compromise. I need it mainly for my boat which has developed some chalky areas. Put me in Club Flex. Ordered from CMA holiday sale along with some gift items.

[bert31]

Originally Posted by Scottwax

Seriously considering it....

Do you own a rotary? With the volume of details you do, I would assume you do but for some reason I seem to remember you saying you do not. If not, do you just want to avoid the risk of paint damage?

[pt91]

I am in just waiting for it to ship. Looks like I need to sell a machine now to make room.

[afinerdetail]

Talk to Powerhouse Distribution last week. Will be ordering mine soon.

[bert31]

For those of you guys who have/will bought/buy the Flex, do you already own a rotary or are you buying this to avoid getting a rotary?

I ask because I am considering buying a rotary someday. Having a rotary, I am wondering if having a Flex would be redundant? Especially since I already own a UDM.

[BigAl3]

Originally Posted by bert31

I ask because I am considering buying a rotary someday. Having a rotary, I am wondering if having a Flex would be redundant? Especially since I already own a UDM.

get the rotary, you'll need it someday for the deeper defects that a DA will not be able to take out and what better time to learn how to use it then now. not to mention, it's half the price of the Flex. if money is no object then get both...

[bert31]

Originally Posted by BigAl3

get the rotary, you'll need it someday for the deeper defects that a DA will not be able to take out and what better time to learn how to use it then now. not to mention, it's half the price of the Flex. if money is no object then get both...

I wish I made that kind of money.

When the day comes that my UDM bites the dust, I will probably start looking around on EBay for a Flex, Festool, or a Makita BO6040. If I search around on EBay long enough, I can generally find a power tool for less than half of full price. I would probaly rather have a used Flex/Festool/Makita BO6040 than a new UDM or PC. Since I have the UDM, I will stick with it.

[Allan]

Yipee....just received mine. It came with the 5" black BP

[pt91]

Originally Posted by Allan

Yipee....just received mine. It came with the 5" black BP

which supplier did you buy it from?