Will 6.5" pad work on 5" backing plate?

[Mike Phillips]

Do a free air spin test on speed 6 with a variety of pads and you will realize what I'm talking about.

Read here:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...ads-rupes.html

I think I'm going to write an article on this topic. I foresee this topic coming up a lot in the future.

It's a simple test to do and if you're trying to use a pad that is not compatible with any of the RUPES tools the Air Spin Test will tell you there's a problem.

Here's the actual link to the info cited above.


The Pad Air Spin Test for RUPES Tools



Just to note, Todd Helme was last month's IDA Webinar Host and he shared this test and my picture showing the test in his power point presentation.







I use the RUPES system with pads and backing plates engineered by RUPES for their tools. Other pads may/will work but if something goes wrong don't blame the tool.

[arass88]

Thank you all for the comments. I think I'm gonna go for chemical guys black optics microfiber 5.5" pads. I read a lot of positive comments about their product and I'm willing to try it.

Best Regards,
Arek

[VISITOR]

Thank you all for the comments. I think I'm gonna go for chemical guys black optics microfiber 5.5" pads. I read a lot of positive comments about their product and I'm willing to try it.

Best Regards,
Arek

no need to buy the CG's microfiber pads when you can buy them right here from AG, they are rebranded from b&s...

Buff and Shine Microfiber Pads

[Souldetailer]

I disagree

I have found that if the BP is too small, the edge of the BP can cut into the Velcro backing of the pad and lead to premature failure of the pad

BP's are not terribly expensive for a standard DA

A properly sized BP will make your polishing more efficient and in my opinion is a good investment

The OPs question is would the 6.5 work. The answer is yes. Is it preferable, probably not. Let's say it's all you have to complete a job, I'm gonna slap it on. Semantics, I know. Take care all.

Peace,

Darrin