+1 I used the rupes da on the same day, great machine best I've seen for a DA IMO... Still prefer the rotary version though very light and controllable...
Holy Thread Revival: I have been reading this thread as I am having thoughts about buying my first machine polisher.
I do fully accept that any mains powered, spinning, vibrating thing is going to be noisy, but quietness of operation would be a big consideration for me
Is the Rupes still considered the quietist DA out there ?
I have got a rupes 21 and rupes 12 and a flex 3401. I always go for my rupes. It's the better machine in my eyes. The flex vibrates a lot compared to the rupes and is louder. The rupes is quiet and super smooth. The rupes has corrected everything that I have thrown at it.
I don't mind the flex for refining paint. But for correction work I use the rupes. I used the flex the other day for correction but soon put in back and grabbed the rupes. I just couldn't deal with the vibration of the flex.
If you can afford the extra then go for a rupes.
This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Related Threads
?
?
?
?
?
Detailing World Forum
5.8M posts
94.2K members
Since 2005
A forum community dedicated to UK-based automotive detailing enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about methods, materials, equipment, restoration, classifieds, troubleshooting, and more!