"Beast" and "Katana" Backing Plates by Kamikaze

[Rsurfer]

Sorry if I missed this part, but does this alternative plate eliminate the need of a washer mod?

[RaskyR1]

Posts on the Kamikaze backing plates have been moved into a new, separate thread.

Carry on ladies and gentleman

Where are my comments?

[TroyScherer]

I used these at the Esoteric open house awhile back. It was explained to me that the Japanese style of polishing is different than our. They run the Rupes at full speed in quick burst of correction. The plates are very balanced and I was surprised at how well they worked. I even "one handed" it with Kai`s direction at one point just to prove it could be done running full speed. Because of how they are made there is no need for the washer mod as they easily clear the shroud. But yes $100 is very steep for this add on IMO.

[jsou]

I used these at the Esoteric open house awhile back. It was explained to me that the Japanese style of polishing is different than our. They run the Rupes at full speed in quick burst of correction. The plates are very balanced and I was surprised at how well they worked. I even "one handed" it with Kai`s direction at one point just to prove it could be done running full speed. Because of how they are made there is no need for the washer mod as they easily clear the shroud. But yes $100 is very steep for this add on IMO.

Thanks Troy! I wanted to make it out to the open house but was so tied up with work that I wasn`t able to make the drive. Your feedback is appreciated.

I spoke to Kai and he relayed the same information. Sure, the stock BP is fine and I don`t believe anyone "needs" this. However, I can`t leave things the way they are and love screwing with things... especially when performance gains are claimed.

I`m looking forward to your thoughts Driver.

[RaysWay]

Where are my comments?

Sorry I missed your posts the first time! Your posts discussing these backing plates have been moved into this thread in chronological order.