Buffing Wheels

[Canadian Charlie]

I'm getting into buffing and polishing some aluminum parts, want them to shine. What is everyone using to buff and polish parts. Pics would help


Thanks

 

[krooser]

Wenol and Blue Magic are available in small tubes. For bigger jobs use jeweler's rouge and a buffer.

I'm sure there are similar products available on the island.

 

[smooth72]

It depends how rough the surface is. If it is fairly rough it is best to grind and then sand to 2000 grit or less then start polishing.

 

[dink]

Here you go....check this out.....I will be with this manufacturer this November at the SEMA show


http://www.hobbytool.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=17

 

[davejs]

Find a scotchbrite buffing wheel for a grinder. The scotchbrite wheels for the die grinders also work well.

 

[Elroy]

I have buffed a LOT of aluminum and it depends a lot on the condition of the base metal. If it is BLACK then your going to need that coating removed before you try to buff. In the worse case condition you may need to sand blast it to expose fresh metal. Then a wire brush to smooth things up. Then sand paper and some times even a file! Then you can start with a sewn wheel and course compond. As the polish comes in you will need to switch to an open wheel and softer compond.

In a phrase; it takes a lot of elbow grease. Even with power tools (bench grinder or die grinder). It is also a very dirty job! If you did the job right you will need a bath when your done.