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Really? In what ways mate?I have both and I have to say a massive YES it is worth the extra ?
Definitely worth buying one .as the Slx is far more rigidHi guys is there all that much difference between an slx 22 and clx 22 gardiner pole? And is the price difference worth the slx? Who would use which pole??
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Glad you're enjoying the SLX 22. it's a super around pole for up to two storey houses and can also do some 3 level ones. I can't comment on the CLX as I've never used one.I posted a similar topic a few months back and got a lot of great advice from everyone on here. I started off with a CLX 27 second hand. Then a couple of months ago I got myself a SLX 22 based on all of the advice I received.
The SLX was well worth the extra cash. It’s stronger and a lot more rigid. With the CLX I was fighting with the flex and bounce a lot. When I wanted to get a bit more pressure on the upper frames and sills it just wouldn’t allow it as the pressure would gather where it started to flex and not reach the intended point. The weight of it added onto that made it hard work (although I knew no different) until I made the upgrade.
With the lighter and more rigid SLX I can apply that extra pressure with barely any flex at all, the bounce is almost non existent which means greater control, better cleaning and it has sped my working times up on my rounds compared to the CLX. Also them awkward windows over obstructions the CLX with its flex was a battle and I was sure I was going to snap the pole. This is another area the SLX comes into its own. A lot of people from the feedback I got on here also say the SLX lasts, it’s strong and resilient. When looking for second hand SLX’s I noticed they seem to hold their value too for whenever you decide to upgrade again.
If it’s within your budget I would go for the SLX, because in the long run you will end up getting a carbon pole anyway ??
It really is. I’ve reached ground, first and second floors on townhouses with mine. Just looking at getting a pure freedom trolley now to handle a school contract I’ve managed to get!Glad you're enjoying the SLX 22. it's a super around pole for up to two storey houses and can also do some 3 level ones. I can't comment on the CLX as I've never used one.
Good for you. I can't comment on the PF trolley either as I know nothing about it. ?It really is. I’ve reached ground, first and second floors on townhouses with mine. Just looking at getting a pure freedom trolley now to handle a school contract I’ve managed to get!
It was mentioned in a thread a started the other day that my Gardiner backpack won’t work constantly all day on the job so would need to cut my days short so that is my thinking of going for a PF trolleyGood for you. I can't comment on the PF trolley either as I know nothing about it. ?
I remember the conversation. You're aiming to get a van when you have the finances. ??It was mentioned in a thread a started the other day that my Gardiner backpack won’t work constantly all day on the job so would need to cut my days short so that is my thinking of going for a PF trolley
That’s the one! Eventually yes and it seems the pure freedom has most of the components to turn it into a van system. I’ve got a reel so all I’d need is a tankI remember the conversation. You're aiming to get a van when you have the finances. ??
That's good. Tanks come up fairly cheaply second hand at times. Trouble is it's not a lot of help to you till you know what van you will have for dimensions and weight limits. Sods law, when you know that there might not be a suitable tank available. You never know though, you might be lucky. Possibly someone on the forum might have one left over from an upgrade.That’s the one! Eventually yes and it seems the pure freedom has most of the components to turn it into a van system. I’ve got a reel so all I’d need is a tank
I think as a short term fix it may just be a Astra van with the biggest tank it will allow. I’ve just purchased the PF trolley this afternoon.. god I hate spending money ? ?That's good. Tanks come up fairly cheaply second hand at times. Trouble is it's not a lot of help to you till you know what van you will have for dimensions and weight limits. Sods law, when you know that there might not be a suitable tank available. You never know though, you might be lucky. Possibly someone on the forum might have one left over from an upgrade.
I know mate, especially when things can be very tight starting out. It gets a bit easier as you start building and have a bit more money to invest. Don't forget you can put it against your tax bill.I think as a short term fix it may just be a Astra van with the biggest tank it will allow. I’ve just purchased the PF trolley this afternoon.. god I hate spending money ? ?
Thanks @Davy G appreciate you always replying and becoming almost my online mentor!I know mate, especially when things can be very tight starting out. It gets a bit easier as you start building and have a bit more money to invest. Don't forget you can put it against your tax bill.
Hope the trolley is very lucky for you. ??