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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by irondogmike, Feb 21, 2009.

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  1. irondogmike

    irondogmike F1 Rookie

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    #1 irondogmike, Feb 21, 2009
    I've been thinking what could I do or use to get that engine to look as though it was taking apart and buffed to look new,one person said spray wd40 and wash it with water,I don't know about that,or use mothers alm...cleaner
     
  2. Neonzapper

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    #2 Neonzapper, Feb 21, 2009
    Someone suggested aluminum polish, then fireproof clearcoat. I am passing along that info, but never really did it.
     
  3. Jedi

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    #3 Jedi, Feb 21, 2009
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    In my case, I just cleaned the crap out of everything after my Major in October, 2008.
    Great meditation - a good cloth, Simple Green, a tooth brush, and LOTS of time. Looks
    pretty good now. (Aluminum cleaned during Major at the shop)

    Jedi
     
  4. irondogmike

    irondogmike F1 Rookie

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    #4 irondogmike, Feb 21, 2009
    simple green? huh i'll try that I have two months b4 the next show
     
  5. cmt6891

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    #5 cmt6891, Feb 21, 2009
    Just make sure to purchase the "non corrosive" Simple Green, tagged for precision equipment. The household version is not compatable with aluminum, even though it is non-toxic.
     
  6. FandLcars

    FandLcars F1 Rookie

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    #6 FandLcars, Feb 21, 2009
    I just used Gunk Engine Brite(sic) spray and toothbrushes and rags. Didn't wash it off. I just wanted to get it clean, not try to get it polished-looking, because I like the look of bare aluminum and bare machinery. Looks businesslike and clean, without much effort.
     

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