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I watched the video, really good info. I should have gotten a gear driven polisher. Also, instead of using the 4 steps from Rupes I would rather have done 1-2 steps for a daily driver.

I see...

really dumb question, how do you know if a particular polisher is gear driven or free spinning? the Rupes in the pic above looks very similar to my LHR21. I assume the product details will tell me...

Thanks guys, I do see some lighter scratches that I am going to continue to work on. I am not looking for perfection just looking to clean this truck up as best I can.

I'll post pics after I...

Changed the file size, let's see if this works.

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I was trying to upload the file straight from my computer, the error just said failed, didn't say why, at least I didn't see it. Might be the size. I then tried to use a URL for Flickr and that...

I was trying to include a pic but when I try to upload it, I get an error (generic upload failed).

Anyway, the tailgate on my truck has some DEEP scratches, which I can't get out with my Rupes...

Thanks a bunch. I just watched one of your videos about claying, dialing in your solution before proceeding to the rest of the vehicle, etc, all makes perfect sense. As for where I go from here, i...

I purchased the Rupes system to correct paint on various vehicles but I am having an issue with my Rupes Mini (3 inch pads). I marked the based of the tool with a black marker so I can see the pad...

I purchased a used truck and the paint was a mess (it's a 2018). I have the Rupes BigFoot (180MM pads) and I have a Rupes Mini (100MM). I also used the Rupes foam pads and product. I went over the...

Hey, I just purchased a used truck and the paint is a mess. Every panel has swirls and scratches. None of the scratches are deep enough to feel if you rub your thumbnail over them, but you can see...

I have a 2015 Yamaha (red) and i noticed that my paint has a lot of swirling. I own a Rupes 21 and rupes mini with all the pads, so I have the tools. I noticed that Marine 31 makes an oxidation...

I have a 2015 Yamaha (red) and i noticed that my paint has a lot of swirling. I own a Rupes 21 and rupes mini with all the pads, so I have the tools. I noticed that Marine 31 makes an oxidation...

And you do the same as above, speeds 1-2?

I picked up McKee's all in one swirl remover and sealant for my white caddy. I have the Rupes 21 and Rupes Mini.

What speed and what pad should I use?

The color makes it really hard to tell if...

any images of the differences?

That actually makes things easier, I would rather skip the polish step!

My other two cars are white and silver, and really hard to see swirls, so I might just go with a good AIO

Quick question,...

Good to know about polishes not always worth the extra effort, I definitely saw that with my work on this particular vehicle.

So, to do the entire process on a test panel, I would do something...

I have a 2003 expedition that I use for towing, and while i like to keep it waxed and clean, I am not overly concerned with paint swirls. This weekend I did the following:

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2003 ford...

I went with the Mini, I will report back once I actually use the tool. If there are areas I can't get with the two tools, I'll try to buff those areas by hand for now. Down the road if this is...

I just picked up a Rupes 21, I have some large vehicles and boat. After watching many videos and reading, I am going to pull the trigger on a smaller machines to compliment my arsenal. I am...

I guess I'll get the Mini lol.

So here is the new plan


Get less aggressive pads for cutting. If they aren't aggressive enough, I have the more aggressive pads.
Get the Rupes mini with the...

How about with a 5" backing plate and a 6" pad? Or, for polishing a car, is the mini a must?

Thanks, so with that being said, I will order some yellow pads and go for a run over the expedition and see where that leaves me, I think that is good advice.

I'm sure I'll have move questions...

Thanks Cabrio, I might order the yellow pads. Do you think I should pick up the 75 mini or can I make do with the bigfoot 21?

hdez, I'm not sure if I need to wash after claying, removing any...

After some more reading, it appears this polish won't remove any imperfections in the paint, it will just polish, is that true? Maybe I should add a light abrasive step after claying to remove...