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What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

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Does anyone know what is the best finish to spray on the cases and forks etc. after they have been polished?

Any help would be appreciated
26 Oct 2023 09:49 #1

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Replied by 1971DT250 on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

I leave them bare.
The hours spent riding my Enduros is not deducted from my life span.
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26 Oct 2023 13:47 #2

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Replied by asco on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

You can apply any topping you choose however it will darken the brightness and will need to be removed anyway to do anything.

400 wet sand 
polish
re install on the bike 

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26 Oct 2023 18:38 #3

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Replied by akara1 on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

ceramic wax
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27 Oct 2023 00:52 #4

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Replied by Bent Trigger on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

More Polish!!
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28 Oct 2023 17:17 #5

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Replied by Swoop56 on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

I recall earlier postings recommending an aerosol product called Gibbs Penetrant to prevent oxidation
of polished aluminium .
28 Oct 2023 23:23 #6

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Replied by asco on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

The only product that I apply to a freshly polished item is Acetone. The acetone removes all the black polishing compound completely without dulling the surface.

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28 Oct 2023 23:36 #7

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Replied by Bent Trigger on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

gibbslubricant.com/applications/
Sounds like it promises a lot.
Gonna need to try it.
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29 Oct 2023 15:13 #8

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Replied by Steve F on topic What finish should I use on polished aluminum???

Polished my aluminum on my 250A and left it bare. I ride back roads and stone chips are unavoidable. I have been using Gibbs Penetrant for a few years now. It helps alot but you will still want to polish with Mothers alum polish once in a while to brighten it back up.
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29 Oct 2023 17:26 #9

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