FS: Barely used Rupes 21

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Selling a Rupes 21 that I bought but only used a couple times. Comes with 6" & 5" backing plates as well as washer mod. Also comes in original box with owners manual. Asking $375 + shipping.



















 
mike, i'm curious as to why you are selling it (pm if you'd like)? btw, no one should be worried if you purchase it from him, he is a stand up guy and honest! :up
 
Thanks for the kind words Al - much appreciated!



I'm selling it because, even though it's a fantastic machine, I'm just more comfortable with my GG DA. That's basically it. :)
 
primo spaghetti said:
and so begins the fall of the rupes...:smash:
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Hardly. The impression I'm getting is that some folks aren't giving the machine a fair chance/aren't adjusting their technique to get the best out of it.



And remember, no one machine is going to be the best for everyone/every scenario. If that were the case, we wouldn't have so many choices available.
 
The first few times I used the 21 and 15 I had to remind myself that a lot of downward pressure wasn't needed. Some small adjustments were needed to get them dialed in. But back to the OP's machine, good luck on your sale Mike. This will be a good deal for somebody.
 
C. Charles Hahn said:
Hardly. The impression I'm getting is that some folks aren't giving the machine a fair chance/aren't adjusting their technique to get the best out of it.
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How did you adjust your technique compared to a GG DA?
 
less pressure, let the machine do the work



i tried a 15 and didnt see a benefit over the GG

I then tried a 21 with a 5" plate and WHOA, its actually too much for softer paints IMO.



Ill be getting one one day
 
toyotaguy said:
less pressure, let the machine do the work



i tried a 15 and didnt see a benefit over the GG

I then tried a 21 with a 5" plate and WHOA, its actually too much for softer paints IMO.



Ill be getting one one day
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I've got one with your name on it Eric! :2thumbs:
 
SSizzlin' said:
How did you adjust your technique compared to a GG DA?
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toyotaguy said:
less pressure, let the machine do the work



i tried a 15 and didnt see a benefit over the GG

I then tried a 21 with a 5" plate and WHOA, its actually too much for softer paints IMO.



Ill be getting one one day
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This. I still haven't touched a 15, but with less pressure, lower machine speed, and slower arm speed, the 21 with 5" plate is a monster.
 
David Fermani said:
You're gonna regret selling it! :)
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I know, I know! :) I keep going back & fourth on it but I've got it all boxed up & ready to ship so I'm not tempted to keep it. It's obviously a great machine, but I love my GG. Plus, I'd like to put the money towards other things.
 
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