How to clean polished aluminum

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07-20-2009, 10:36 PM

ltmdl90

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07-21-2009, 06:50 AM

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never dull is the ticket. Don't let it get too corroded before you clean it. I had a victory jackpot with lots of polished aluminum. A real bitch to keep clean and shiny. The aluminum will also pit, can't fix that.

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07-21-2009, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by obonaventure

Works great. Also 2000 grit sand paper, 0000 steel wool (dipped in the mother's polish).

I did my gas cap with never dull too. That works good. I'm told I could get the cap to look even better with more time and effort but I like the result as is.

+1 on the above, then seal it using Rejex.

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07-21-2009, 08:39 AM

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I've seen great results on fixing the pitting here on this site. I had OK results (which was fine by me since my bags basically hide the rear wheel) but then again I was on limited time and the wheels stayed on the bike.

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07-21-2009, 08:55 AM

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+1 on 0000 steel wool and mothers. Once you have finished polishing apply a good coat of wax for sealing and protection.

I use clear coat paint then wax couple days later.

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07-21-2009, 11:00 AM

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never dull

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07-21-2009, 11:50 AM

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Mothers Mag and Alum. Polish. Goes on easy and comes off easy

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07-21-2009, 12:58 PM

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Masters Formula. it will make your alluminum shine like chrome with very little effort. Once you seal it, it will last several months without having to redo.

Its all I use onAluminum or Chrome, and it works wonders.

http://master-formula.com/english.htm