Rupes Mini- pushing too hard or defective

[custmsprty]

I just got a mini and had the same problem. I need to get used to not putting not much pressure on it and keeping it flat.

The key thing with this machine and the Rupes Larger Throw machines is let the machine do the work. Your basically there to guide it around. That's what I love about their machines. They are effortless. The machine does all the work for you. Once you get used to that it's a breeeeze........


And there is Mike's great book on Rupes, it's worth every penny.


http://www.autogeek.net/rupes-system-book.html

[PaulMys]

The key thing with this machine and the Rupes Larger Throw machines is let the machine do the work. Your basically there to guide it around. That's what I love about their machines. They are effortless. The machine does all the work for you. Once you get used to that it's a breeeeze........


And there is Mike's great book on Rupes, it's worth every penny.


Mike Phillips’ How to Use The RUPES Bigfoot Paint Polishing System

Exactly.

Power tool 101:

Get the tool suited to the job.

Use it in the manner intended.

Do not force the tool to work faster or harder than it was designed to. (i.e. forcing a piece of lumber through a table saw, or in our case, putting excessive force on a polisher head).

Allow the tool to do the work. Do not attempt to override its capabilities.

[WaxMaster1]

mine is on the way. can't wait to use it.

[Mike@ShineStruck]

It's great, buy some thin pros
I usually have.mine on speed 4.5

[DetailKitty]

Good to hear you like the mini. It's a great machine for getting into those spots where a larger machine is impractical or uncomfortable to use. I really appreciate mine on bumpers where the mini is much easier to maneuver.

And that's exactly what I used it for

I just got a mini and had the same problem. I need to get used to not putting not much pressure on it and keeping it flat.

Keep at it- the 2nd time I used it was night and day... just light pressure (if any) and good exercise at keeping the machine flat

[adolfitovr6]

all is about practice and technique

[kevincwelch]

all is about practice and technique

Agree.

Very disappointed the first time I used it. After a few rounds, I found that I was using it on both of my quarter panels and fenders in addition to the tighter spots.

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