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07-21-2011, 01:56 PM
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Rivet Master
1960 28' Ambassador
Vintage Kin Owner
1998 25' Safari
Avonton
, Ontario
Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 1,331
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Quote:
Originally Posted by oh2bcarefree
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Where have you found the best place to get the "wheels" for the wheel type polisher? We still haven't invested in a drum polisher, and currently using small wheels, can't find larger ones locally and wanted your advice on where to get them.
THANKS!
Tina
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This is a good place for all the polishing needs.
Buffing Polishing Supplies Buffing Wheels Compound Polishing Aluminum Polishing Kit - Caswell Inc.
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Doug & Terry
VAC - TAC ON-1
60 Ambassador Int.
1950 Spartan
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07-21-2011, 02:52 PM
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Aluminum Falcon Mechanic
1972 31' Sovereign
Wesley chapel
, Florida
Join Date: May 2011
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I ordered treated vented buffs from there last week - they are good looking
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07-22-2011, 04:02 PM
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Rivet Master
Vintage Kin Owner
HOUSE SPRINGS
, MO
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 625
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Shacksman
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Thanks Shacksman - we'll be sure to look that up! We've been buying at Sears, and I think we've bought them out here, they haven't had anything the last couple of trips .
Tina
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1959 Avion e-20
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07-23-2011, 05:16 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 26' Overlander
Woodstock
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 8,525
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I will try the aluma brite again between cuts. I also used some 600 grit and 1000 grit wet sanding on the serious corrosion areas, hope to buff it out afterwards. So far the Rob method of polishing has been working well, and is not too time intensive.
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07-23-2011, 06:48 PM
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Aluminum Falcon Mechanic
1972 31' Sovereign
Wesley chapel
, Florida
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 1,169
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What will the aluma brite do to the glass windows? Anything need to be protected?
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07-24-2011, 05:45 AM
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Rivet Master
Vintage Kin Owner
HOUSE SPRINGS
, MO
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 625
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Darkspeed
What will the aluma brite do to the glass windows? Anything need to be protected?
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The instructions for ours said to apply with a brush. We used a long handled car wash brush and just avoided the windows. No problems.
Tina
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1959 Avion e-20
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07-24-2011, 06:00 AM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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can you post photos?
You need to be sure to rinse it of though-rally then do it again. I suggest you rinse a third time too, then seal the seams well.
I use a one gallon tank sprayer. Working from the bottom up. The glass is not effected. I cannot say what it does to the lights, for they are removed before this stage to make the entire job easier. Blue tape holds up very well to the moisture and if peeled off within 7 days leaves no glue behind.
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07-24-2011, 07:01 AM
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
1954 22' Safari
Deerfield
, Illinois
Join Date: May 2003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 62overlander
Between cuts is how my polish guy does it.
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There's our real problem; we don't need a polishing product... we need a polishing guy!
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07-24-2011, 07:20 AM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
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Posts: 5,545
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Brad, I have that guy just North of me. Unfortunately the last 10% must be done by me. My standards are just a little higher.
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07-24-2011, 08:33 AM
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Rivet Master
1965 28' Ambassador
Irving
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 604
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Gojo
I used Golo hand cleaner to clean off the dirt and corrosion before gray bar.It smoothed and lubricated the surface somewhat.
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07-24-2011, 11:08 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 26' Overlander
Woodstock
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 8,525
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I found the aluma bright to be somewhat mild, it did nothing to the glass and did brighten up the skin. I covered my plexi window though.
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07-24-2011, 04:48 PM
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Aluminum Falcon Mechanic
1972 31' Sovereign
Wesley chapel
, Florida
Join Date: May 2011
Posts: 1,169
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And where are you buying alums right?
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07-25-2011, 04:40 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 26' Overlander
Woodstock
, Georgia
Join Date: Feb 2002
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07-25-2011, 04:49 PM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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NAPA has the stuff. Freightliner has the stuff too. There are many brands of the same stuff.
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07-25-2011, 06:20 PM
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1 Rivet Member
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Chatham
, Ontario
Join Date: Mar 2011
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Hi I just purchased a 1983 31' Diesel Motor home and I am in the process of trying to restore it a little better, I have a son-in-law who works for a company who has a fleet of trucks and they use an alum. cleaner called T.C. 310 and his drivers swear by the result.
I tried it with an electrical water pressure and the results were not very good, so tomorrow I am renting a 2600 psi washer in hopes that it will do the job, I will keep you advised of the results
Ken
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07-25-2011, 06:59 PM
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#36
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
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Baltimore
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it will be 100% ineffective. You need to remove the clear coat first.
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07-25-2011, 09:58 PM
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Rivet Master
1936 20' Clipper
1947 22' Liner
Curtis Wright
1989 37' Airstream 370
marshfield
, Massachusetts
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kenjoe
Hi I just purchased a 1983 31' Diesel Motor home and I am in the process of trying to restore it a little better, I have a son-in-law who works for a company who has a fleet of trucks and they use an alum. cleaner called T.C. 310 and his drivers swear by the result.
I tried it with an electrical water pressure and the results were not very good, so tomorrow I am renting a 2600 psi washer in hopes that it will do the job, I will keep you advised of the results
Ken
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If you are trying to remove the old clearcoat, you HAVE to use a stripper. Clearcoat has got to be one of the toughest things known to man. You cannot pressure wash it off, or "polish" it off, even with the most aggressive grade of Nuvite (F-10). Get hold of some "Removall". It will lift the clearcoat with ease, THEN use your pressure washer to blast off the residue.
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07-25-2011, 10:52 PM
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Rivet Master
1954 25' Cruiser
Kyle
, The Republic of Texas
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 612
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kenjoe - When you've used the Removall to remove the clearcoat, if you want a shine you'll still have to use one of several methods discussed here (both products & tools) to remove your Moho's oxidation. Then you'll need to use other products & tools to achieve that mirror shine. Lots of time & work, but sooo worth it. Post photos as you progress.
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07-26-2011, 07:16 AM
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1 Rivet Member
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Chatham
, Ontario
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Thanks for the tip on clear coat removal, any product name would sure be helpful I am like a baby just starting to walk the info is over whelming
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07-26-2011, 07:26 AM
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1 Rivet Member
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Chatham
, Ontario
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I have been reading so much information about restoring it's hard to take it all in, so as I understand it I have to remove the clear coat 1st and then apply the TC310 alum. cleaner and then polish it to seal it.would appreciate any tips on restoration as well as what products seem to work the best
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