Rupre Bigfoot polisher

[DetailBilly]

I bought a 21 Bigfoot and I was wondering if anyone could recommend different pads and polish/compound that will work with this system. I'm using what came with the system now but I'm learning there is way more out there for this polisher.Any help would be great thanks.

[Kingsford]

Being you are asking this on Adam's forum the only answer you will get is Adam's products. 

[Gen9Rolla]

Being you are asking this on Adam's forum the only answer you will get is Adam's products.

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[AmyAtAdamsAustralia]

Billy,

 

Happy to hear about your recent purchase!

 

Even though you have posted on Adam's forums and Justin and Jason have happily assisted you in noticing this, I'm happy to help you further.

 

The Polishes and pads that come with the Rupes polisher have been designed with that particular machine in mind and they produce noticeable results. At the end of the day, no matter what brand (Adam's or other) I'm a firm believer in trying a bit of everything and see which one 'sticks' for you and your technique. As you perfect your technique and hone in on what results you're after your detailing inventory will change. You will find one brand works to get the results you want or it may be a mixed bag.

 

Adam's Polishes is here as another selection for you. Give us a try, all of our products are backed by 110% satisfaction guarantee. If you don't like it, let us know and make 10 points.

 

A few pointers on that Bigfoot, since the throw is larger than other machines be cautious around tight spaces (door handles, B pillars). Not sure if you have a PC with 4" plate or Cyclo? They are perfect as standalone polishers and partners. And great for the smaller spaces.

 

If you're considering Adam's, starter's can be;

 

6.5" Orange Pad (foam or MF)

6.5" White Pad (foam or MF)

Paint Correcting Polish

Paint Finishing Polish

Edited July 23, 2014 by Joseph@AdamsAustralia

[egott_91]

In my experience, the Adams MF pads teamed up with the Rupes 21 cut really fast. It does tend to create quite a bit of heat in the process too. If this is the only machine you have, you'll have a difficult time correcting smaller panels as the throw is just that much more significant. Like Joseph mentioned, the PC with a 4" backing plate or the Cyclo, are awesome compliments to the Rupes. I personally have all 3, which isn't necessary for a novice, but I seem to always run into a situation where I need one of the 3.

[Ricky Bobby]

Rupes 21 is like a scalpel for precision, but as others mentioned, should not be your only machine.

 

Since we're on an Adam's forum, the Orange correcting polish teamed up with the 7" MF cutting pad could probably be amazing at correcting on the Rupes 21.  Follow up with White Foam and White Finishing polish (I prefer to finish with foam as opposed to MF)

 

However, Rupes compounds/polishes and their pads are well regarded for sure, the thing to be certain of is that your pads are durable and up to the task.  The huge throw can really destroy pads if they are weaker, however, being that I know the manufacturer of the Adam's pads and have seen them used on Rupes with fine results previously I can say they def can handle the machine!