How do you keep them shiny

awJCKDup · Mar 20, 2011

Hi all,
I am sure this has been beat around a lot, but I couldn't find info in one thread, so I'm posting this.
How do you finish out your aluminum and brass parts to keep them shiny after you buff them out? I have been using clear polyurethane, with mixed results. It seems to tolerate the fuel and oils quite well, but it just doesn't become "invisible" like I would like,
Just wondering.
John

Herbiev · Mar 20, 2011

Feast Watson paints put out a special brass laquer. Seems to work on aluminum too. Just make sure parts are clean and degreased before application.
Good luk

gbritnell · Mar 20, 2011

Although it seems like a lot of work I just keep them natural and a couple of times a year I spend extra time polishing them. I have found that by putting any type of finish on them has mixed results. It's great if they never get chipped or worn but if they do then you get a discoloration in one area. The only way that can be fixed is to strip all the clear finish and start over which actually ends up as more work than plan A.
George

Metal Butcher · Mar 21, 2011

John. try this stuff. It should protect metals like brass and aluminum for a long time if their not exposed to the elements.

Below is a link to one brand of Poly Sealant, There are many to choose from.

http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1420358&clickid=prod_cs

Coating with any type of clear finish will cause you grief sooner or later.

-MB

Marinesteam · Mar 23, 2011

I've had good luck with this so far. I've been using it for about a year and the parts that were treated early on still look pretty good.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renaissance_Wax

Ken

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