is the Rupes LFR75E really worth $200 more then GG3"

**KMG** · 01-30-2014, 08:41 AM

I am looking to pick up a 3" unit next month and was planning on getting the GG 3" unit, however I have been reading that it is pretty slow working and requires a lot of pressure to make it work correctly. How does the Rupes compare in these situations, and factoring in price is the Rupes really worth the extra $200? Being that I have bad shoulders, and have already had one back surgery I am looking to get something that will make the work easier.

So lets see what the opinions are!

**Just02896** · 01-30-2014, 08:58 AM

Just got my mini a few days ago but haven't had a chance to put it to work yet. Feels like a solid machine! I'm eager to try it out!

**Evan.J** · 01-30-2014, 08:58 AM

I have the GG3 and its good for removing scratches and swirls in tight areas just takes a bit longer. I am going to be picking up the 75E because I love the way my 21 has been working and the performance it has given me.

Dont get me wrong you can do lots of work with GG3 just takes a bit longer but its a great wax spreader.

**KMG** · 01-30-2014, 09:17 AM

Evan, so you have been pretty happy with your GG3. I am already ordering the Rupes 15, so I just wanted to see what people have to say regarding the performance of the rupes compared to the GG. That $200 can buy me a lot of other stuff if it isn't really worth the extra cost.

**Evan.J** · 01-30-2014, 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by KMG

Evan, so you have been pretty happy with your GG3. I am already ordering the Rupes 15, so I just wanted to see what people have to say regarding the performance of the rupes compared to the GG. That $200 can buy me a lot of other stuff if it isn't really worth the extra cost.

Yea I use mainly MF pads on it for the extra cut and it has worked great. I really like it for doing headlights when sanding and polishing.

**KMG** · 01-30-2014, 09:23 AM

Yeah that was one of the big things I am planning to use it for also. Are you using Megs MF pads?

**Evan.J** · 01-30-2014, 09:24 AM

Originally Posted by KMG

Yeah that was one of the big things I am planning to use it for also. Are you using Megs MF pads?

Yep the little 3" Cutting pads and finishing pads.

**runrun411** · 01-30-2014, 09:24 AM

I have a GG3 and it's only as good a speed 6. Seems like it doesn't do anything on any of the lower settings. Let us know how you like the Rupes when you get it.

**KMG** · 01-30-2014, 09:30 AM

Yeah I was doing some reading and saw a lot of people commenting about needing to use it on speed 6 to do anything with it, which is why I started looking at the Rupes as another option. Plus I like how all the other Rupes require little to no pressure for correction. Is this an issue that you have notice with your GG also Evan?

**tkendrick** · 01-30-2014, 09:30 AM

Originally Posted by KMG

I am looking to pick up a 3" unit next month and was planning on getting the GG 3" unit, however I have been reading that it is pretty slow working and requires a lot of pressure to make it work correctly. How does the Rupes compare in these situations, and factoring in price is the Rupes really worth the extra $200? Being that I have bad shoulders, and have already had one back surgery I am looking to get something that will make the work easier.

So lets see what the opinions are!

Seems to me the better question is, what is your back and shoulders worth? Clearly, the Rupes will limit the wear and tear on your back and shoulders.

$200.00 vs additional wear and tear on your body.....is it even close?