Next DA?

[Mach1USMC]

So my 3401 died after 2.5 years and over 120 details..... I had a Rupes 15E and it died after probably 30 details. I have a PE-14 rotary for my heavy duty jobs but I'd like to have a good DA for my regular jobs. Is the Rupes 21 worth the extra $20? Right now the 3401 is $299 @ AG (which is a helluva deal) but the Rupes 21 is $319. I'm afraid to pull the trigger given my last experience with the 15. Thoughts?

 

[hoamskilet]

I can't compare since I've never used a 3401, but I couldn't be happier with my 21. I've had it for a couple of years now and it's been a great machine.

 

[Mach1USMC]

I can't compare since I've never used a 3401, but I couldn't be happier with my 21. I've had it for a couple of years now and it's been a great machine.

Thanks for the input - is the 21 more powerful that the 15 or does it just have a larger throw? I've heard pretty good things about the 21 but the thing that I do like about the 3401 is it doesn't bog at all (due to forced rotation) where my 15 bogged all the time.

 

[hoamskilet]

That I'm not sure. I've done the washer mod to mine and also have the 5.5" plate on mine since I prefer the smaller pads. I've had the occasional bog here and there, but nothing I would ever consider problematic

 

[mcate]

I bought the WS21 from Waxedshine. Granted it's a Chinese clone, but right now their black Friday sale has it at $242 w/free shipping & no sales tax. Pretty good deal & I love the machine & pads.

http://www.everythingcarcare.com/waxedshine-ws21-dual-action-polisher-kit-ships-free-us-and-canada/

 

[Mach1USMC]

I bought the WS21 from Waxedshine. Granted it's a Chinese clone, but right now their black Friday sale has it at $242 w/free shipping & no sales tax. Pretty good deal & I love the machine & pads.

http://www.everythingcarcare.com/waxedshine-ws21-dual-action-polisher-kit-ships-free-us-and-canada/

Thanks! I'll check it out!

 

[mcate]

I bought mine this past spring for $299. You get a 6" plate, 3 pads, extra brushes for the motor, & a carrying bag. At $299 I thought it was the best deal going.

 

[NastyGT500]

15&21 have the same power just different throws. My go to is my 3401. It's a beast!

 

[Dixarect]

I'll be ordering the 3401 soon. Looks to be a great machine.

Autogeek is having a sale now actually!

 

[Mach1USMC]

I ended up going with the 3401... the 21 was seriously tempting but the Flex is tried and true. Now I just need some customers!! I hate starting from scratch but it is what it is. Thanks for everyone's input!

 

[SuperMarioSVT]

I ended up going with the 3401... the 21 was seriously tempting but the Flex is tried and true. Now I just need some customers!! I hate starting from scratch but it is what it is. Thanks for everyone's input!

Good choice! I have both a 3401 and a Rupes 21. The Flex is a million times better than the Rupes. I hate my Rupes.

 

[Merlinii]

I'd go for the Rupes 21 Mark II. I've been using my Rupes 21 (with the KB washer mod) since it first came out.
For me, it's the go-to machine I reach for. The finish with Megs 5" mf cutting discs and Essence is awesome!

 

[NastyGT500]

^^^I'm waiting for that to come out. Hope to get to play with it at Detail Fest this year.

 

[Mach1USMC]

IF business takes off I may get a Rupes 15 or 21.... I'm guessing my Rupes 15 dying was a freak event.

 

[oldmodman]

I am still using my original PC from 10 years ago.
Plus I got a Flex four years ago and it's still just fine.
I wonder if the failures are caused by too much pad pressure making the polisher get blazing hot?
I may be getting away with less pressure because I get most of any required heavy duty polishing out of the way with one of my rotaries.
And only have to do light swirl removal with a Random Orbital.
I even do jeweling with a rotary. I just put on a gold pad and use PO85rd. No pressure needed for that.

 

[hoamskilet]

IF business takes off I may get a Rupes 15 or 21.... I'm guessing my Rupes 15 dying was a freak event.

I think so. I've seen varied opinions on how people like them, but i can't recall the last time I saw anything about a machine failure

 

[Mach1USMC]

I am still using my original PC from 10 years ago.
Plus I got a Flex four years ago and it's still just fine.
I wonder if the failures are caused by too much pad pressure making the polisher get blazing hot?
I may be getting away with less pressure because I get most of any required heavy duty polishing out of the way with one of my rotaries.
And only have to do light swirl removal with a Random Orbital.
I even do jeweling with a rotary. I just put on a gold pad and use PO85rd. No pressure needed for that.

I think a lot had to do with being in a very hot humid environment (Okinawa is crazy hot and humid) plus i used to use way too my spray on my pads so that may have something to do with it too.

I still have my PC too but I mainly use it on interiors. And any of my in depth details starts with the rotary as well- the PE14 is a beast!

 

[Mach1USMC]

I think so. I've seen varied opinions on how people like them, but i can't recall the last time I saw anything about a machine failure

Both paid for themselves many times over so I can't complain too much.

 

[coolcobramatt]

If anyone is in the market now, I am selling my Rupes Duetto for 250 shipped. I love it just don't need it along with the 15.