Best Pads for Rupes LHR 15

[Tony C]

Hi. Just bought a used Rupes 15, and I need to invest in some pads. What are the opinions about pads? Is there really a difference using a Rupes pad versus an LC or other?

I want to be wise with my money, and can use some experienced users' help. Thanks.

[dlc95]

The Rupes pads are actually really nice. They were engineered to go with the machine as a system. A lot of it goes back to weight distribution , and how it enhances the over all performance of the machine.

I'm usually using their blue microfiber to cut, and yellow to polish - with their respectively corresponding liquids.

[FUNX650]

IMO:
It'd be wise to use pads designed for optimum
performance on the "longer"-throw polishers.


Examples:

•I.

"The Rupes LHR 15ES includes a 5 inch hook and loop backing plate. Due to the machine’s large stroke, it is recommended to only use Rupes approved pads and accessories with the machine".

Rupes 150 mm (6 inch) Foam Pads (http://www.autogeek.net/rupes-6-inch-foam-pads.html)
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•II.

"There’s a lot more to the ThinPro Foam Pads than just a low-profile design. Each pad utilizes a new foam composition that promises to withstand the rigorous abuse of long-throw orbital polishers"

Lake Country ThinPro Foam Pad System 5.5 Inch (http://www.autogeek.net/lake-country-thinpro-5-inch.html)
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Bob

[Tony C]

The Rupes pads are actually really nice. They were engineered to go with the machine as a system. A lot of it goes back to weight distribution , and how it enhances the over all performance of the machine.

I'm usually using their blue microfiber to cut, and yellow to polish - with their respectively corresponding liquids.

That makes sense to me as ergonomics are critical to any tool's weight balance, and therefore fatigue.

I see the blue microfiber pad more often than the yellow one. How does the large throw affect the use of a microfiber versus a foam pad? I only have experiences using foam pads. Are these units better with the microfiber pads?

[Tony C]

IMO:
It'd be wise to use pads designed for optimum
performance on the "longer"-throw polishers.


Examples:

•I.

•II.

"There’s a lot more to the ThinPro Foam Pads than just a low-profile design. Each pad utilizes a new foam composition that promises to withstand the rigorous abuse of long-throw orbital polishers"

Lake Country ThinPro Foam Pad System 5.5 Inch (http://www.autogeek.net/lake-country-thinpro-5-inch.html)
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Bob


I just heard about these, and the prices for these are 25% cheaper. I know the pads used with my old GG6 work pretty well. I wonder how these compare directly to the Rupes? Obviously, they were designed specifically for it versus many of the other pads out there. Thanks for sharing this.

[craigdt]

IMO:
It'd be wise to use pads designed for optimum
performance on the "longer"-throw polishers.


Examples:

•I.

"The Rupes LHR 15ES includes a 5 inch hook and loop backing plate. Due to the machine’s large stroke, it is recommended to only use Rupes approved pads and accessories with the machine".

Rupes 150 mm (6 inch) Foam Pads (http://www.autogeek.net/rupes-6-inch-foam-pads.html)
_________________________________________________

•II.

"There’s a lot more to the ThinPro Foam Pads than just a low-profile design. Each pad utilizes a new foam composition that promises to withstand the rigorous abuse of long-throw orbital polishers"

Lake Country ThinPro Foam Pad System 5.5 Inch (http://www.autogeek.net/lake-country-thinpro-5-inch.html)
_____________________________________________


Bob

A little confused about the difference between the LC thin pro pads and the LC HD pads.
Anyone care to elaborate?

[Zubair]

The Rupes pads are actually really nice. They were engineered to go with the machine as a system. A lot of it goes back to weight distribution , and how it enhances the over all performance of the machine.

I'm usually using their blue microfiber to cut, and yellow to polish - with their respectively corresponding liquids.

Use the Blue MF to cut and the Yellow Foam to finish :xyxthumbs:

[Tony C]

Use the Blue MF to cut and the Yellow Foam to finish :xyxthumbs:

Thanks. Quick question: Why the blue microfiber over the blue foam? What are the biggest differences? Everyone seems to prefer the Blue MF.

[Zubair]

My thinking is if you want something aggressive you need something aggressive so use the MF to speed up the correction as it will cut faster than foam. As for finishing, foam finishes better than MF thats why the suggestion to use the yellow foam instead of the MF.

[ski2]

There is also the new Buff & Shine Low-Pro pads designed specifically for long throw polishers--Buff & Shine Low-Pro Large Throw Foam Pads 5.5 Inch (http://www.autogeek.net/buff-and-shine-low-pro-5-inch-foam-pad.html)

[ski2]

Here's a link to a short review I did on the new B&S Low-Pro pads for long throw polishers--- http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/96455-mini-review-buff-shine-low-pro-foam-pads-long-throw-polishers.html

[Tony C]

Here's a link to a short review I did on the new B&S Low-Pro pads for long throw polishers--- http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/product-reviews/96455-mini-review-buff-shine-low-pro-foam-pads-long-throw-polishers.html

Thanks. This is pretty comprehensive and the additional comments in your review helped as well. How do think they compare directly against the Rupes pads? Are you able to feel any vibration difference, and is that as critical as some write about? Obviously, you were already using the B&S pads before. I want to be wise about caring for my machine, but also don't want a bunch of marketing hype to get me to spend a lot more money. I want to make 'wise' investments.
Thanks.

[ski2]

Tony--can't compare to the Rupes pads as I've never used them. I was using a GG6 for the past few years and added the G15 specifically for "ease of use"-- low vibration, smoothness and no need to add serious pressure.

As I mentioned I initially used the G15 with standard B&S flat 5.5" pads and was happy with the lack of vibration, etc, but when I began using the new Low-Pro pads I was surprised at how much smoother and vibration free the polisher performed. Important to me!!!

Before investing in a ton of new pads why not just get a couple (orange and maroon a good choice) to see how you like them.