should (can) i jump to a flex?

[sus195]

I`ve been debating a DA polisher for as long as i`ve signed up (1 year). I`ve done a fair amount of research on the PC/UDM and now flex. basically, ive been waiting for good deals, and finally theres a 40% off utima kit special (Ultima Clean, Protect & Preserve Paint with Dual Action Polisher Kit 245-40%= $147)



now for the flex ~$300, i can justify the extra cost because the time i took to decide on a DA could be "saving up time"



my question is, never detailing with a machine other than a sears old school 10" buffer and doing everything by hand...can i make the jump to such a powerful machine?



what would some of your recommendations be?

i want something i can grow and learn on for years, not something im going to need upgrade in the future.

[beachcities]

Take the time to learn rotary skills. Demote your proter cable to wax jobs. Buy a makita 9227c. Use the money you saved to buy a gallon of menzerna polish.

[sus195]

actually i was considering a Flex XC 3401 not a circular polisher.

so im debating UDM or Flex XC 3401

[BigAl3]

so im debating UDM or Flex XC 3401



if you can afford the extra cost, get the Flex...

[imported_sal329]

I used a flex for the first time today, I would def get one if I could but I still think I am going for a rotary first.

[UncleWede]

I jumped in with the Flex, now my wife is starting to book my Sundays for her family`s cars . . . I love it. If you`ve been reading for a year, you have more experience than I did ;)



Go to your local hardware store and get a nylon washer that fits between the screw and backing plate, it`s a very wise $.50 investment!