Still torn between polishers...
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Still torn between polishers...
I've been going back between the Porter Cable 7424 XP Dual Action and the Griots Garage 6 Inch Random Orbital 3rd gen. I thought I was sold on the PC but like the power of the Grotis but it's not a DA just a random orbital.
The flex is more than I want to spend so that is not an option.
Opinions?
The flex is more than I want to spend so that is not an option.
Opinions?
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St. Jude Donor '15-'16-'17
I'll put in my vote for the PC, since it's the one we carry. Also, if it's worth anything in your decision, when you purchase a machine from us we warranty it FOR LIFE, above and beyond the standard 1-year factory warranty.
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The Griots machine offers more torque versus the PC-XP model and most consider it an upgrade especially after using the PC-XP. The Flex is certainly an upgrade to them both and consider a forced orbital. Not to make things hard, but Meguiars also offers one and it fits in similar pricing to the PC.
Now matter the choice, order it from us and get a price guarantee and models in stock and ready to ship. We offer them in kits also if you prefer to get everything in one package.
Now matter the choice, order it from us and get a price guarantee and models in stock and ready to ship. We offer them in kits also if you prefer to get everything in one package.
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That's what I did. 
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Same as cmonkey. Have the older PC, and bought the new Griot's from AutoGeek. Very happy with it and a big difference from the old PC. Like others have said the Flex is the best, but it just depends on how often you need touse the buffer as to justify the price difference.
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13
I own all three - Here's my take:
Flex -
Heaviest
Most powerful
Takes a bit of a learning curve
Smooth - Some call it the Cadillac of machines
A real pleasure to use
Griot's -
Very solid machine
Enough power for most jobs
Vibrates a bit
Comes with a lifetime warranty
PC -
A tad bit less power than the Griot's
Very capable
Flex -
Heaviest
Most powerful
Takes a bit of a learning curve
Smooth - Some call it the Cadillac of machines
A real pleasure to use
Griot's -
Very solid machine
Enough power for most jobs
Vibrates a bit
Comes with a lifetime warranty
PC -
A tad bit less power than the Griot's
Very capable
Drifting
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From: Schererville Indiana
Mine is 2 1/2 years old and the spindle bearing is going bad... costs about $45 plus shipping. The stupid factory parts warranty doesn't cover NORMAL WEAR!
Melting Slicks
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From: Valencia CA
Would you mind comparing and contrasting the Rupes and Flex in order to support your statement?
I'm not afraid to spend the extra money on the best tool for the job, but no need to throw money away either..........
Former Vendor
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We offer a full time price guarantee, and most of our sales don't include buffers as we always keep them at the lowest of prices. The Flex is one bad azz machine and many bought the others first and upgraded and never looked back.
Melting Slicks
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From: Valencia CA
Ok, i just ordered the Flex combo kit.
I wasn't really sure about which pads, so just left the default selection. Is that ok for swirl removal, polish, wax, seal etc?
I wasn't really sure about which pads, so just left the default selection. Is that ok for swirl removal, polish, wax, seal etc?
Last edited by Rookieracer; Apr 29, 2013 at 03:06 PM.