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11-29-2010 | 08:43 PM

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SUE C Q

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can anybody read this

12-06-2010 | 07:42 AM

#32

Jassman

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Originally Posted by glassdave

Thanks for the heads up Brian i think i found my next buffer

http://autogeek.net/flex-pe14-2-150-...-polisher.html

agree, this has been a great thread.. thanks guys..

12-06-2010 | 08:52 AM

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ridefast77

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makita

makita makita makita can't get any thing better 1000rpm to 6000rpm rang i love it

02-16-2011 | 09:28 PM

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Revd Up

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After seeing this tread, I bought the Flex XC3401 random orbital kit a few weeks ago. Did my boat last week. Man I sure like this buffer. Wish I would have had it years ago.

06-05-2011 | 06:44 AM

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Big Boys Toys

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From: Peabody Ma.

Just wanted to keep you guys posted.
Dewalt just came out with a brand new model
DWP849X-7 inch 9 Inch variable speed, with soft start.
Weight 7 pounds with wool ingestion shields.
Looks really nice Amazon has them.
Looks like they copied the Makita.
Brian

06-11-2011 | 04:53 AM

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Big Boys Toys

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Use Makita rotary polisher

I won a Makita 9227 C on e bay for 125 dollars.
Ran but had no variable speed control, and that is why I acquierd it. I e mailed the guy and he gave me full credit for the machine. Said not worth my aggrivation or his to ship it around. I tossed on new brushes, speed control, cord, and switch, WHAT A NICE MACHINE.

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06-11-2011 | 10:55 AM

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MrCIG

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Milwaukee mine is 1979 Vintage and has buffed many boats as my brother used it for his boat detailing business for years before giving it back to me.

Mark

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06-12-2011 | 07:47 PM

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RaggedEdge

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Originally Posted by Too Stroked

When it comes to manufacturers of rotary buffers, I have a DeWalt, but it's not for the faint of heart. It weighs a ton, but has held up admirably. Hope that helps!

I'll second that! Spent close to 20 hours this weekend with a DeWalt, yellow will hold up! Question is can you? I need a lighter unit, too old and too tired to manhandle the beast anymore. The Flex lightweight is looking like a real bargain!

06-13-2011 | 11:25 AM

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Too Stroked

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Quote:

Originally Posted by glassdave

Thanks for the heads up Brian i think i found my next buffer

http://autogeek.net/flex-pe14-2-150-...-polisher.html

Dave,

So, did you order the new Flex rotary? If you did, how do you like it? I bought the Flex 3401 instead (since I do most of my detailing on cars, not boats) and it's very nice.

Tom