My new toy arrived today

**XxBoostinxX** · 07-28-2013, 10:48 PM

Originally Posted by Ronkh

That may have just saved me....

Think I`ll stick to my flex

+1, was thinking about pulling the trigger on a rupes 21 as well. Might as well stick to old faithful.

**Evan.J** · 07-29-2013, 05:27 AM

Originally Posted by VaderGT

i tried 5 and 6..I was basically using the weight of the machine. if I let a feather land on it it would bog down. Very disappointing for such an expensive machine.

Hmmmmm this is strange as I do not experience any of this with my machine.

**VaderGT** · 07-29-2013, 06:52 AM

yea I am very very let down and disappointed by it..I guess saves me money return it and get another GG and alot of money back.

**Mr. Gloss** · 07-29-2013, 07:31 AM

I was watching Todd Cooperider`s Rupes video and it appears he has the touch.

Perhaps the touch is developed with much practice.

I`m sorry to hear you`re disappointed.

**Evan.J** · 07-29-2013, 08:14 AM

Did you happen to watch any of the rules videos on youtube from the rules channel?

They show you ho to use it. I think it takes a few times to get the right technique.

**VaderGT** · 07-29-2013, 09:06 AM

I am going to make a video tonight of it in action compared to my Griots

**Evan.J** · 07-29-2013, 09:15 AM

Originally Posted by VaderGT

I am going to make a video tonight of it in action compared to my Griots

Ok looking forward to helping you out. Maybe its a bad Machine.

**Trouble** · 07-29-2013, 11:59 AM

Originally Posted by VaderGT

I am going to make a video tonight of it in action compared to my Griots

I love watching videos !!!

**TroyScherer** · 07-29-2013, 12:19 PM

Originally Posted by Ronkh

That may have just saved me....

Think I`ll stick to my flex

I have a Rupes15 and have not had any of these issues that are being discussed.

Because of the larger throw you don`t need the downforce for correction. As long as you keep the pad flat it will spin. (At least for me so far) Also the slower speeds can be your friend. Just like not using a Meg`s MF pad on a GG polisher above 4-5. As they tend to overheat and explode.

Also:

Originally Posted by TroyScherer

I "feel" like I can finish down better with regular DA vs the forced rotation on the FLEX. Granted it might be a mental thing.

I have read than on the Rupes the numbers in the control do not directly correlate to speed but to the voltage/power used. So "5 & 6" may be the same rotational speed, but "6" should be harder to stop rotation. Also I don`t think I have used speed 6 yet for anything. Also I think you will see the most difference if / when you use the washer mod. This allows the spindle to operate freely. Where as std the housing create friction.

**Ronkh** · 07-29-2013, 01:07 PM

Just when I thought I had it figured out

Originally Posted by TroyScherer

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I have a Rupes15 and have not had any of these issues that are being discussed.

Because of the larger throw you don`t need the downforce for correction. As long as you keep the pad flat it will spin. (At least for me so far) Also the slower speeds can be your friend. Just like not using a Meg`s MF pad on a GG polisher above 4-5. As they tend to overheat and explode.

**VaderGT** · 07-29-2013, 03:00 PM

Ok so i made a video and doing more work on wifes car. Today things are working much better. I am able to buff off the CG v36 not super easy but not to awful. nothing like lastnight. Difference is its cool today and I have the garage door open. Lastnight I was in garage with door shut and AC on. I have no idea if that made the difference. I dont know if the gummy polish lastnight was causing more bogging but it didnt do it nearly as bad today. I still cant explain what went on lastnight with all my issues with wiping off and such and now today same car its a total 180.
I will post video shortly

**Swanicyouth** · 07-29-2013, 08:53 PM

Maybe its just cause its a new machine and the tolerances are tight? I understand this machine has some type of "drag" on the backing plate (hence "washer mod"). Maybe the "drag" has to break in a little or the new bearings are tight?

I do like how with the Griots how almost all the speeds are actually useable.

Someone needs to come up with some true of backing plate with some type of mechanism that will extend the throw of the Griots. Any inventors out there?

**Evan.J** · 07-29-2013, 09:29 PM

Originally Posted by Swanicyouth

Maybe its just cause its a new machine and the tolerances are tight? I understand this machine has some type of "drag" on the backing plate (hence "washer mod"). Maybe the "drag" has to break in a little or the new bearings are tight?

I do like how with the Griots how almost all the speeds are actually useable.

Someone needs to come up with some true of backing plate with some type of mechanism that will extend the throw of the Griots. Any inventors out there?

Steve you usually the one coming up with little inventions and fixes maybe its calling your name!

**VaderGT** · 07-29-2013, 10:13 PM

forgot to post video
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQ5PuSHsH7A]Rupes LHR 15 Bigfoot testing - YouTube[/ame]
I still have no idea why the same combo of pad and polish today worked so much better. It wasnt super easy to remove but wasnt really that hard and once removed I didnt have to clay the paint to get it fully removed. Only thing I can think of was because the garage door was open today and lastnight was closed with AC on

**TroyScherer** · 07-30-2013, 08:45 AM

I`m glad its working for you.

A few comments:

I know Subaru paint is notoriously sticky and hard to work with. I would try working on harder paint first to get the hang of the Rupes. I have been using my Acura and VW to get a feeling for both ends of the spectrum.
I would suggest priming the pad, and then using less polish.
I would try using a polish that breaks down so you can see when its time to stop and wipe off. (Once a polish is broken down it should be semi-clear)