Aluminum Polishing Advice

[hacadacalopolis]

Ive got some window trim moulding i need to get polished, looking for some experienced advice



Here are some pics, this is not one i will be using just a throw away i have plenty.

This aluminum window trim is not anodized as far as i know, it polishes out black

Im eventually going to get some blackfire polish since ive read and seen how good it appears to be



So far ive been using dremel buffing sticks, Im going to upload a pic of one that im finishing soon. I was hoping to find out if anyone knows where to get tiny drill bit foam applicators. Kiwi has some for shoes, i just need buy one to see if it is acceptable

 

[usdm]

Try Here:



Auto Body Repair Tools Shop, Auto Body Supplies, Automotive & Classic Car Restoration - Eastwood

 

[wascallyrabbit]

some good info here Metal polish for aluminum, silver, brass, chrome, stainless steel, copper and bronze from English Custom Polishing.

i have also found this guy to very helpful Bright Works, Inc. Metal Polishing and Buffing Supplies and Equipment, How to Book and DVD on custom metal polishing, USA

 

[hacadacalopolis]

thank you wascallyrabbit, You know it looks like im gonna need a bench grinder/polisher soon so im not sitting for hours

 

[wascallyrabbit]

if you get a bench polisher look for on that is 1750 rpm doing aluminum and other soft metals. stainless and such need the 3600 rpm.

 

[dschribs]

Is it stainless?? For an older car?



If you don't want to dive in - I found a guy in NY that does it professionally. Charges by the foot. I had him do some stainless trim for my '68 Camaro and it came out like a mirror. Looked exactly like chrome. Incredible work.



If you don't want to do it on your own and want a show car shine - PM me and you can give his contact info. Polishing stainless can be tough to do and have it come out nice if it's your first time. But I agree with USDM, Eastwood has everything you need if you decide to give it a go.