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One problem that many people experience with aluminum is that is tends to tarnish quickly, leaving parts looking dull and unrefined. Because aluminum is a soft metal, you can easily polish it to a bright shine. Polishing your aluminum parts will add a shine to your car, bike or motorcycle that will make it look brand new.
Step 1
Remove the coat of acrylic or urethane lacquer seal using aircraft strength stripper, being careful not to let the chemicals come near your skin or any machines.
Step 2
Sand down rough aluminum parts with coarse emery paper, followed by medium paper and then fine paper.
Step 3
Apply the aluminum polish to your polishing cloth and work it into the fabric, making sure it is evenly applied.
Step 4
Polish your aluminum parts. As you polish, the cloth will turn black. This is a normal part of polishing aluminum.
Step 5
Use a clean, dry towel to remove excess polish from your part.
Repeat the process until you achieve the desired polish for your part.
Tips
- Aircraft strength stripper is available online or at auto parts stores.
- Always wear protective equipment when handling stripping chemicals and polish.
Items you will need
- Aircraft strength stripper
- Aluminum polish
- Soft dry polishing cloth
- Emery sandpaper
- Dry towel
