Going through pads like crazy with the rupes 21..

[Klasse Act]

Sounds like the Rupes needs an intercooler, LOL!

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[KillaCam]

I haven't used rupes pads but have heard good things about their pads and polishes.
Maybe try them some more.

[HateSwirls]

I only used the Rupes once but I can see why your having problems, the through is massive could be why your pads are getting destroyed.
Maybe using the Rupes pads only would fix your problem.
You know I use my rotary and must say I don't have any issues with the pads failing.
I'm sure there's a solution for this, the guys here that own the Rupes will come to your rescue

Kevin

[HD.Detailing]

i blow the pads out after each section.. how often do you clean the pad?

[Flash Gordon]

Speed 5, No pressure but I may believe it's from continuing use. I don't take any breaks when correcting a car so it tends to get super hot and warp real bad. I guess I'll just use one pad a section, I have tons of rupes pads but they're not that great, personally. Thanks for the info guys.

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[VP Mark]

You can use only a couple of pads per car if desired but you have to blow them or use a nylon brush to clean them often. Heat builds up when the pores get clogged up then you are in trouble.

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[Gsrjake]

Sounds like the Rupes needs an intercooler, LOL!

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right lol

I haven't used rupes pads but have heard good things about their pads and polishes.
Maybe try them some more.

I have blue, orange, yellow, and white rupes pads I use them sometimes but not as much as uber

I only used the Rupes once but I can see why your having problems, the through is massive could be why your pads are getting destroyed.
Maybe using the Rupes pads only would fix your problem.
You know I use my rotary and must say I don't have any issues with the pads failing.
I'm sure there's a solution for this, the guys here that own the Rupes will come to your rescue

Kevin

Yeah rotary I usually have no problems either but its not a daily for me

i blow the pads out after each section.. how often do you clean the pad?

probably 2-3 panels ill clean them after, I guess I need to clean them a lot more then in between

You can use only a couple of pads per car if desired but you have to blow them or use a nylon brush to clean them often. Heat builds up when the pores get clogged up then you are in trouble.

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I did not know that, that's probably one of my problems thanks for the info..

[RawDetail]

probably 2-3 panels ill clean them after, I guess I need to clean them a lot more then in between

That's your problem right there. I was just now using my Rupes 21 with Buff & Shine MF pads and I would stop and switch pads after EVERY panel or even half panel based upon how hot the pad gets. After every section you do, just feel the pad and it will most likely be pretty hot. Keep going and the glue will fail, the pad will get super hot and when it gets hot you will see the pads start to tear close to the backing plate.

It's all about cooling and cleaning frequently.

[Faris63]

I've corrected two cars using Meg's MF pads with Rupes 21 and so far no problems, I stop after each panel for few minuets to wipe the panel and clean the pad

[Woob]

Might want to go less aggressive with your setup and adjust the aggressive/product choice/pressure. The Rupes has a huge throw so paint residue vastly increases with each panel.

Try priming more, cleaning often, and using less pressure as you go.