Reviewed: FLEX PE14-2-150 Rotary Polisher

[Todd@RUPES]

i own a de walt and the makita and never got comfortable with either. into the drawer they went. in fact i would sell them in a minute. got the 14-2-150 and since i do a lot of daily drivers and beaters i started with compounds and fell in love with the tool. being a old fart it just makes my life easier to get the cars done with great results. a pound or two on the tool when doing 3/4 ton hd pickups and suburbans is big. i save at least one hour per detail and can actually walk away tired not doubled over. a big yes on this one.

I used nothing but the Makita for years and (still) love that machine. After years it was literally a second extension of my arm. Great balance, smooth, etc. The I used and fell in love with the FLEX PE14. Now, by comparison, the Makita feels heavy and bulky (I NEVER thought I would say this).

Ultimately, the best rotary polisher for somebody is going to be the one that is the most comfortable to use. We carry a great selection of rotaries, and everybody has their favorite. There are no wrong or right answers. For me though, the PE14 gives me the best results.

[jetset4me]

I finally got to use it a TNOG at Meguiar`s in Irvine, CA. last Thursday night. I own an old Cadillac and the paint was hard and full of swirls. I ended up using Megs 105 and a light wool cutting pad and finishing with Megs 205 and a black pad. The Flex performed flawlessly and the swirls were gone. Can`t wait to use it on the GF`s car this week.

Great. How are the microfiber pads with the new Flex?

[Todd@RUPES]

Great. How are the microfiber pads with the new Flex?

I personally think microfiber pads work best on dual action orbital polishers. However if you prefer the feel and working of these pads on a rotary, then I am sure you will love them on the PE14-2-150.

[Refined AD]

I just got my FLEX PE14-2 in the mail today! Very excited to try it out on the first car Saturday. I was holding it and it feels light and perfectly weighted. I think it`s going to be a dream to use. I do love my Makita, but the feel and sound of the FLEX have me thinking I might have a new favorite...

[Todd@RUPES]

I just got my FLEX PE14-2 in the mail today! Very excited to try it out on the first car Saturday. I was holding it and it feels light and perfectly weighted. I think it`s going to be a dream to use. I do love my Makita, but the feel and sound of the FLEX have me thinking I might have a new favorite...

Make sure you let us know how you like it. I think you will be very impressed!

[Old Pirate]

I just got my FLEX PE14-2 in the mail today! Very excited to try it out on the first car Saturday. I was holding it and it feels light and perfectly weighted. I think it`s going to be a dream to use. I do love my Makita, but the feel and sound of the FLEX have me thinking I might have a new favorite...

I`m jealous......jr.......enjoy it!

[Todd@RUPES]

Still my all time favorite polisher!

[radarryan]

Still my all time favorite polisher!

Wow! Big statement, Mr. Helme! Question... Would this be your pick for the best polisher for a beginner to purchase? I assume the lower RPM, lighter weight, and maneuverability all benefit a newbie, while being nice for a skilled artisan such as yourself?

While I would be practicing for ages before I put rotary to paint on a vehicle (as opposed to a test hood/panel), I really want to be able to use a rotary polisher for the burnishing/jeweling step that cannot be accomplished using DA polishers. Other than that, I don`t do any real correction work that would require the power of a rotary, as an enthusiast. What I am needing, is more shine

Thanks Todd!

[Todd@RUPES]

Wow! Big statement, Mr. Helme! Question... Would this be your pick for the best polisher for a beginner to purchase? I assume the lower RPM, lighter weight, and maneuverability all benefit a newbie, while being nice for a skilled artisan such as yourself?

To me, the FLEX PE is the pinnacle of rotary polishers for all of the reasons you mentioned above. Smooth, light, cool running, easy-to-use, quite, etc... These attributes benefit both the seasoned pro and the beginning rotary user.

While I would be practicing for ages before I put rotary to paint on a vehicle (as opposed to a test hood/panel), I really want to be able to use a rotary polisher for the burnishing/jeweling step that cannot be accomplished using DA polishers. Other than that, I don`t do any real correction work that would require the power of a rotary, as an enthusiast. What I am needing, is more shine

The DA polisher can produce equal levels of shine, no problem. Maybe I will go into a more detailed explanation today. Keep in mind that most of the old-school rotary users who claimed they couldn`t get as good of a finish with a DA simply don`t have as much experience with a DA. If you have 10 years experience with a rotary and 3 days with a DA, you should be able to achieve a better finish with the rotary.

[Smack]

Outstanding article Todd! I have a PE on its way in the mail and can`t wait to get my hands on it.

Could I ask your personnel favorite plate and pads?

[Todd@RUPES]

Outstanding article Todd! I have a PE on its way in the mail and can`t wait to get my hands on it.

Could I ask your personnel favorite plate and pads?

I like the Flex-Foam HD Backing Plate - Flex-Foam HD Rotary Backing Plate

As far as pads, I like 5.5 inch CCS pads

[Stokdgs]

Outstanding article Todd! I have a PE on its way in the mail and can`t wait to get my hands on it.

Could I ask your personnel favorite plate and pads?

You misspelled the word "dosent" Should be - doesn`t -

Dan F