Trying to decide which one Rupes LHR 15 MK II or Griots Boss 15

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I do understand that the 900w motor in the G15 doesn't mean more torque but which one would you recommend?
 
runrun411 said:
I do understand that the 900w motor in the G15 doesn't mean more torque but which one would you recommend?
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That's akin to asking "Camaro or Mustang?"

You're going to get a lot of (passionate) opinions. ;)

I've used both machines, and to be completely honest you can't go wrong with either one. They both have their "pros" and "cons."

Here's what they have in common: support from each manufacturer with pads and chemicals designed specifically for each respective machine.

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We've recently acquired a Rupes LHR15 MKII... it is the smoothest DA machine I have ever used.
 
I just got a 21 MK II and the 6" BP seems a little smaller then the previous model. The 6" pad fits on it perfectly compared to the LHR. When I first got the LHR I bought the 4" BP to fit onto 5" pads. But now it seems as if 5" pads fit the MK II good as well.
 
Just so happens, yesterday I used both machines. During the day I used the Boss 15 on my pick up truck. Later, I attended Mike Phillips' Thursday Night Detail Class. There I had the chance to use the Rupees. Both are fine systems. With "system" being the operative word. IMHO, the Rupees is a slightly better system. It is engineered to be almost vibration free if used correctly. That translates to getting less tired. Bottom line? Go with a Rupees.
 
Nick@Autogeek said:
That's akin to asking "Camaro or Mustang?"

You're going to get a lot of (passionate) opinions. ;)

I've used both machines, and to be completely honest you can't go wrong with either one. They both have their "pros" and "cons."

Here's what they have in common: support from each manufacturer with pads and chemicals designed specifically for each respective machine.

:dblthumb2:
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:iagree::dblthumb2:

And I have 3 Rupes tools and the Griot's GG6 and the G21. It's nice to have options :buffing:
 
Matt@Revive said:
rupes all day, Dylan posted a while back about the differance between torque and power consumption.
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The G21 I have has plenty of correcting power, I typically run a 5" BP on it. That's an advantage of the G21 over the Rupes, you can run 5" or 6" BP' s. Does anyone know if the BP's are interchangeable on the Rupes Gen 1 and MKII between the 15 and 21?

I would have to speculate that one of the major reasons that Rupes powered up the 15/21 is that when comparing the first gen to the G15/21 the Griots had better correcting power. My personal experience when doing a recent paint correction was just that. I started with my Rupes and went to my G21 because the Rupes was stalling on the many curved panels. I personally won't be upgrading my Rupes any time soon since I have the G21.
 
custmsprty said:
The G21 I have has plenty of correcting power, I typically run a 5" BP on it. That's an advantage of the G21 over the Rupes, you can run 5" or 6" BP' s. Does anyone know if the BP's are interchangeable on the Rupes Gen 1 and MKII between the 15 and 21?

I would have to speculate that one of the major reasons that Rupes powered up the 15/21 is that when comparing the first gen to the G15/21 the Griots had better correcting power. My personal experience when doing a recent paint correction was just that. I started with my Rupes and went to my G21 because the Rupes was stalling on them many curved panels. I personally won't be upgrading my Rupes any time soon since I have the G21.
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Rupes was probably working on the Mark II before the BOSS was ever released
 
get the BOSS G15! lifetime warranty so you don't have to worry if something happens later down the line and excellent attentive no nonsense top notch customer service/support as well...
 
The new Rupes will have more power and when each tool is equipped with their dedicated pads it's probably a hair smoother too. I actually think the new MKII's have too much power, which is evident by all the users blowing up pads. The tool works great on speed 3 and rarely do I even need to go up to speed 4 (I have the 21 MKII). Speeds 5-6 are overkill and really just good for those who don't know how to adjust accordingly to keep pad rotation at the lower speeds. Both tools have more then enough power and IMO the ergonomics of the BOSS are still better then the Rupes. The rubber grips on the BOSS feel great and it also has instant start, variable speed trigger, and quick access brushes. No wrong choice and at the end of the day both tools will deliver the same results. If you get a chance to try both before buying that would be your best bet.
 
RaskyR1 said:
The new Rupes will have more power and when each tool is equipped with their dedicated pads it's probably a hair smoother too. I actually think the new MKII's have too much power, which is evident by all the users blowing up pads. The tool works great on speed 3 and rarely do I even need to go up to speed 4 (I have the 21 MKII). Speeds 5-6 are overkill and really just good for those who don't know how to adjust accordingly to keep pad rotation at the lower speeds. Both tools have more then enough power and IMO the ergonomics of the BOSS are still better then the Rupes. The rubber grips on the BOSS feel great and it also has instant start, variable speed trigger, and quick access brushes. No wrong choice and at the end of the day both tools will deliver the same results. If you get a chance to try both before buying that would be your best bet.
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There's never too much power!!!!
 
I really like the "too much power" part! Having so much power and only needing speed 3 is good for power consumption on an already energy efficient polisher and most of all brings down noise levels. For heavy spot defects one can run speeds 5 or 6 for a short while. Man the more I hear and read about the Rupes MKII the more impatient I get waiting for my 230V 21 MKII to arrive. Seems like Rupes hit the ball out the park once again :)
 
You already have a Rupes, right? Looking to add another to the arsenal, or are you not happy with the current machine?

I'm quite happy with the ole' PC, and am having fun playing with the DWP849X. I keep saying I'm going to get a Rupes, but just never found a big enough reason to pull the trigger.
 
BrutalNoodle said:
You already have a Rupes, right? Looking to add another to the arsenal, or are you not happy with the current machine?

I'm quite happy with the ole' PC, and am having fun playing with the DWP849X. I keep saying I'm going to get a Rupes, but just never found a big enough reason to pull the trigger.
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I have a 21 already. Thought it would be a good idea to add a 15 to the arsenal. Since I have a Rupes and a 3401 as well as a few others, figured 15 would only help get it done faster on contoured panels.
 
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