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Originally Posted by Z06scentair
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Can you compare the flex to the PC in (1) power and torque output. (2) weight (3) noise and vibration.
Brad
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The Flex really gets a lot more work done and spins the heck out of a 6" pad. if you apply some pressure to get some cut, it doesn't slow down. The one thing that is different is that the rotational part is direct drive rather than free spinning so you don't get that crazy fast break-away rpm that the PC does when it is spinning in mid air. Sounds like it is moving slower, but the orbital throw is more and of course direct drive- you can just about move it across the panel at 2x the speed of a PC. You can also take bigger 'bites' by going with a slightly larger work area, depending on the product and how fast it dries out.
The trigger isn't that important. It does have a soft start so it doesn't just sling product at max rpm. The speed is also variable via the trigger. The max speed is set with a thumb knob similar to the PC. The best part is you can lock the trigger to full on with a lock button. This cuts back on grip fatigue as you will tire of holding the trigger after not too long.
If you already have your technique down, then for sure go for it, it is a little more difficult to use, but you can actually finish cars before dark with a little more prosumer grade of polisher. I delayed getting it for a year because it was so dang expensive and I was getting good results with the porter cable, but I finally gave in when there was a free shipping xmas super sale from a popular vendor in Florida. I did make one mistake and got a pad adapter kit I didn't really need- I found an individual adapter from
here that fits 5.5" pads. So get that one part and the Flex with the 25ft cord and you will be set. I think it does the best with 6.5" pads though.
2) weighs not much more
3)quieter