Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 (edited) Edited April 4, 2012 by Dylan@Adams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 w0lfy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 thx for the comparison I may go flex once i decide to replace my 12year old dewalt polisher lol its heavy i hate getting a job i really need it for lol... i find the pc can handle a heck of alot though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Sparky997 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Any ideas when the new pads and compound are going to be ready? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 19stang88 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 I am excited for the new compound. I have severe buffer marks from an inexperienced hand using a rotary. One question. Will there be a green 4 inch pad for the drill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 w0lfy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 I little bird told me to expect the green polish and pad before the new year but i am sure they will not be long ....... then we will all go looking for details to test it on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Hey Dylan, I still have two sets of the original larger flat face pads that Adam sold. Are those pretty much the same as what the Flex pads are now? Â Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 Not really... new pad diameter is 6.75", no plastic ring. Â The ring was replaced by a beveled foam edging so the backing plate and make a more positive connection with the back of the pad, plus we went to a 'grippier' material so they stick much better and withstand the added stress of the Flex. Â Our 'ring pads' had a very short lifespan on the Flex... I killed many many many sets of pads during testing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Good to know! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Adam Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Nicely written, and explained Dylan! You are one articulate detailing-minded dude. I'm honored to have you on our team my friend. Â Indeed, the Flex/ Severe Swirl Remover/ Green Pad system will be available very, very soon. . . . Â If considering the Flex, or the Porter Cable, the decision is easy: Both! The Flex does not replace the Porter Cable, and is more a tool used to correct swirled - scratched finishes the PC simply cannot correct. Â You will not get the Flex, and suddenly stop using the PC. In fact, you will be one BIG step closer to PERFECTION, and use the PC to jewel or glaze the paint even more! Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chris@Adams Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 :2thumbs:Great Info Dylan! Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 My only issue is you can't read where it says FMP on the PDF... It's white on white. Â Maybe it's just me though. Â VERY WELL written though. Â Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chris@Adams Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 My only issue is you can't read where it says FMP on the PDF... It's white on white. Maybe it's just me though.  VERY WELL written though.  Chris It shows up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 It shows up here. Â Weird! I don't see it before the description. (I know it's there though) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 If its white on white, and you can't read it how did you know what it said? Â I made it an off white to help it stand out, but if its too hard for people to read I can easily change it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mc2hill Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Very informative Dylan! The diagrams really help to show what each machine is capable of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 LimitedDodge Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Dear santa... I want...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 1anonly Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 I'm not sure when I will invest in a Flex because I have a rotary to go with my PC. However, the last time I used my rotary I shreaded my only pad for it. Will these new pads for the Flex work on a rotary? (I know that I will need the proper size backing plate) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 Yes, these pads will work on a rotary... we have tested them and they work great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 If its white on white, and you can't read it how did you know what it said? Â I made it an off white to help it stand out, but if its too hard for people to read I can easily change it. Â Drug over it while holding the left button on my mouse down. It highlighted it orange. SO THERE! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 Thats why I like you Chris... you're almost as much of a smart@$$ as me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chewy Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Thats why I like you Chris... you're almost as much of a smart@$$ as me  You really have NO idea... I'm pretty tame online because it's hard to get your point across without alienating people in the process.  I'm a to the point kind of guy. My mouth filter wasn't installed correctly at birth. I REALLY have to be careful sometimes. I'm not vulgar, but I DO tell it as it is.  Our vendors don't leave here wondering what we think or how we feel... lol It goes for both though... Positive and negative.  Chris loud as always Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Doug123 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 Nice writeup Dylan, thanks for the pad comparison, and thanks for the body shop safe info, just in case I ever have to repaint (gulp). Is the fine machine polish safe for bodyshop use (just to be rigorous)? Â Yeah, I know, darned detail oriented techie... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mcss383 Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!! Â I am about to have some serious correcting to do on a couple vehicles and wanted to purchase a flex to do the job cause I just don't have the desire to waste so much time using the PC to get it done. Â Can't wait to try out the new system!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted November 12, 2010 Author Share Posted November 12, 2010 You might be interested in this thread: Â http://www.adamsforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9214 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 DP 08 GXP Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 just wondering why it says you cant use the flex with MSW? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 6spdg37s Posted November 12, 2010 Share Posted November 12, 2010 jeff got a flex... idk if he used it yet... i really need to get one as well..although i really dislike detailing ! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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