Will 6.5" pad work on 5" backing plate?

[arass88]

Hello Everyone.

I purchased Rupes LHR 15ES polisher and was wondering if 6.5" CCS Lake Country buffing pads would work on 5" backing plate. Could you please advise?

Best Regards,
Arek

[choijw2]

for me, i use maximum extra 1" pad for backing plate.
so... up to 4" pad for 3" backing plate.
up to 6" pad for 5" backing plate.

also i find it works better when i use thicker pads for bigger size pads.

I think 6.5" pad will be little too big, not enough pressure at the edge but still could do the job.

[hogie]

I don't think this would work for polishing. However, I have done it while applying wax and it works just fine since you don't apply any pressure.

[arass88]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Since I'm newbie I wanted to use ticker pads to avoid paint scratching. Lake Country also offer 5.5" pads however they are thinner than 6.5".

What about chemicalguys black optics microfiber pads? Did you have any experience with this product?

Chemical Guys - Black Optics Microfiber Black Polishing Pad (5.5") (http://www.chemicalguys.com/Black_Optics_Microfiber_Black_Polishing_Pad_5_5_p/bufx_303_5.htm)

Chemical Guys - Black Optics Microfiber Orange Cutting Pad (5.5") (http://www.chemicalguys.com/Black_Optics_Microfiber_Orange_Cutting_Pad_5_5_p/bufx_302_5.htm)

[Zubair]

6.5" LC pads on the Bigfoot will make the polisher vibrate, become unbalanced and cause premature bearing wear. Thinner pads will not result in paint scratching. The Rupes pads and LC HD Orbitals work on the Rupes as they designed for it.

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

Read here:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rupes-bigfoot-polishers/93110-need-some-new-pads-rupes.html

[choijw2]

:iagree:

I am big fan of LC flat pads including hydro tech, but
on rupes they get destroyed pretty fast also .....

I am just saiving up so i can try my rupes 21 es with rupes pads and liquid.

[VISITOR]

it's best to use the right backing plate to accommodate the hook & loop on the pad. using a backing plate too small will lead to the cookie cutter effect when pressure is applied to the pad around the edge of the backing plate...

[Souldetailer]

My friend there are certain limitations, but I think you will be absolutely fine with your situation. As long as the pads witdth exceeds the plate you won't cause any damage. Good luck.

Peace,

Darrin

[AGOatemywallet]

My friend there are certain limitations, but I think you will be absolutely fine with your situation. As long as the pads witdth exceeds the plate you won't cause any damage. Good luck.

Peace,

Darrin

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

[bmwgeek]

I used these on the weekend with the stock backing plate on the Rupes 15 and they were great.

Buff and Shine Microfiber Cutting Pad - 5.5 Inch (http://www.autogeek.net/buf-580mfp.html)

[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/rupes-bigfoot-polishers/93110-need-some-new-pads-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 (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/rupes-bigfoot-polishers/93110-need-some-new-pads-rupes-2.html#post1281222)



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.


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/watermark.php?file=90067




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.



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[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 (http://www.autogeek.net/buff-and-shine-microfiber-polishing-pads.html)

[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