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Old 04-11-2008, 07:42 PM
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Are there any other Cyclo users here aside from myself? I realize the Flex is the newest star on the horizon but the Cyclo ain't no slouch!
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Old 04-11-2008, 08:09 PM
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I like mine. I've had it for a couple of years. It's a throwback to the day when things were built to last and were repairable, rather than throwaway. It's nice to own a quality product; with the right pads and polish, it ain't no slouch, either.
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I use a Cyclo every once in a while. Right now I have a PC, Cyclo, and Hitachi. If I need minor paint correction I take the Cyclo out.

I also put the brush attachments on the Cyclo and use that quite a bit for cleaning carpets.
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Old 04-11-2008, 09:43 PM
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I know Nica did have a Cyclo. I'm not sure he still uses it. It always looked to bulky to me.
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still have the Cyclo, it works well. But I agree with Gary it's a bit bulky for my taste. It can get the job done but it takes longer then the rotary...thing is once I step up to the rotary the rest of the machines just can't compete with the rotary.

I agree the Cyclo is well built, can take a beating and keep on going but it's slow...but that's just my opinion.
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Old 04-12-2008, 05:22 AM
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I agree that it does have some drawbacks but they all do in one way or another. I have zero rotary experience so I can't compare the two. Providing the Flex holds up without problems I'll likely go that direction... small learning curve compared to a rotary and less chance of a catastrophic goof.
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Old 04-13-2008, 01:35 AM
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That's very true RTexasF with a rotary you wont get a second chance.

Bu to be honest a guy like you and with the experiance you have, you wont have any problems with the rotary. The rotary for you should be a walk in the park
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Old 04-13-2008, 07:42 PM
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Well thanks, that was a nice thing to say.
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Are there any other Cyclo users here aside from myself? I realize the Flex is the newest star on the horizon but the Cyclo ain't no slouch!
i still love my cyclo...

it has its place though and that would be very curvy vehicles for the last step of polishing.
they are such a joy to use.
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Old 06-04-2008, 06:29 AM
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I haven't got one... got a CP 8210 rotary... but I have used one and do love it... my favourite DA machine.
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