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Thanks for your reply.The fit of the 3" LC hydrotech pads are exceptional on the 75E. They fit absolutely perfect. the velcro material sizing is perfect to apply 100% of the pressure to 100% of the pad. But like any perfect fitting pad you just have to be aware around tight areas as to not rub the machine's backing plate on other area's of the car. In most case's the rupes pads are the perfect match for this machine with their conical shape.
I have certain body lines on my car that are perfect for the 3" hydrotech pads. So yes I have been hindered by 4" pads in the past compared to 3". Rupes even offers a pneumatic 1" orbital polisher for sanding that if you cut up pad's you can polish with. If you search youtube you will see that it actually WILL correct paint even though its not a Dual Action machine (just orbital).
can you put a 3" on the 15?
Why would they make a 3" backing plate when they can sell you an expensive 3" machine.
from what i read on DI, they're selling the 3" backing plate separate and claim it fits on the 15/21. I contacted them and they said it'd work..
:iagree: I have the 15 and have no intention of buying the Duetto. No need for it. It would be a step down from a 15 or 21. Maybe the 75E at some point, but I'm using my PC for 3" and wax for now.
Who said it will work? DI or Rupes? Curious, cause a 3" BP is smaller than the shroud that protects your fingers from getting chopped off.
3" BP on 21mm of throw will be very interesting.
I emailed them asking if what they have in the description was accurate and Reece responded with
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Patrick,
Thank you for the email, I would be happy to help. The LHR75 Backing Plate will work with the 15ES and 21ES Polishers. This will allow you to use 3" pads with the large orbit of the Big Foot Polishers! If you have any other questions or concerns please let me know. Take care and Happy Holidays!
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Reece
Customer Support & Marketing Specialist"