Rupes 15 vs Rupes 15 Mark II

**Gav'sPurpleZ** · 12-05-2016, 11:46 PM

Originally Posted by DaveT435

I have a 15 Mark II. I didn't have the first model, but I don't think I would want any less power. I always believe in buying the latest technology anyway lol

Originally Posted by WRAPT C5Z06

Don't bother with the Rupes 15 first generation, it's under powered in my opinion. Doesn't matter if you polish once a year or 100 times a year, you want the best experience/performance when you're polishing. Go for the Mark II 15, without a doubt!

Is it NEEDED? No, as the polisher will still turn on and polish. Does it help? YES! Sure can't hurt. DO IT!!

thanks for the responses !
I think I may be leaning towards a Griot's G15

**WRAPT C5Z06** · 12-06-2016, 08:06 AM

Originally Posted by Gav'sPurpleZ

thanks for the responses !
I think I may be leaning towards a Griot's G15

I had the G15 and sold it. Under-powered. Go with the Mark II 15

**axel06** · 12-06-2016, 09:44 AM

mark II for the win !!!!

**kevinmfitz** · 12-06-2016, 01:34 PM

I bought the Rupes Mark 1 15ES last year with some help from a gift card. I was a former PC user. I had the PC polisher for about 10 years before the motor burned out.
The Rupes LHR15 ES has been great. Fantastic balance, easy to use and a major upgrade to the Porter cable 7424. I polished about 10 cars this year and I must say
the Rupes is a great machine. I never ran into a power issue at all. I use 3D HD speed, Sonax 0406, Griots Finishing sealant and a variety of waxes. I have lake county pads which are great.

Either model Rupes will be a great addition.