Faze Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 I know this is a big topic to many... Whats the best way prepping the metal before you polish it? Whats the best steps as far as using the metal polish? Would throwing a coat of super wax help it stay clean/protect? Would something like this make the job easier? http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2096_46473481 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightMare Silverado Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 I use Americana on my rims after I polish them to help protect and make cleaning easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Hey Jason, what kind of wheels are you polishing? Billet? Pot metal / American Racing Mags? What condition are they in? Post up some photos of the rims you are talking about, and we'll get you a process nailed. Using a heavy wool cutting ball on wasted rims might work, but can also be overkill, and damage high quality aluminum. There is wheel acid, cotton buffing cones, bar-compound and bench mounted cutting wheels, plenty of ways to get aluminum to perfect. Depends on what you are polishing, however! I removed your link to a competitor website. Do that again brother and you are Thanks Jason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faze Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 Haha Sorry Adam... Heres some pictures of the wheels my buddy is working on... Their aluminum I do know that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 On wheels in that condition all that I would do is wash them first, then go to the MP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faze Posted March 10, 2010 Author Share Posted March 10, 2010 should i use just the microfiber pads and just rub away, then top it off with either super wax or americana... i know this guy will buy nothing but the best if he knows its the best... what would give a nice after gloss? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill-V8V Posted March 10, 2010 Share Posted March 10, 2010 On the outer rim follow Chris's advice But no need for a lot of rubbing, just put a little MP on a MF applicator and wipe it down, wait for it to haze over and remove. It is all covered in Adam's video's For the center section just wash and follow with a little MSW by hand and they will be easier to clean for months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ryan Posted March 10, 2010 Share Posted March 10, 2010 On the outer rim follow Chris's advice But no need for a lot of rubbing, just put a little MP on a MF applicator and wipe it down, wait for it to haze over and remove. It is all covered in Adam's video's For the center section just wash and follow with a little MSW by hand and they will be easier to clean for months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted March 10, 2010 Share Posted March 10, 2010 On the outer rim follow Chris's advice But no need for a lot of rubbing, just put a little MP on a MF applicator and wipe it down, wait for it to haze over and remove. It is all covered in Adam's video's For the center section just wash and follow with a little MSW by hand and they will be easier to clean for months Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I know this is a big topic to many...
Whats the best way prepping the metal before you polish it?
Whats the best steps as far as using the metal polish?
Would throwing a coat of super wax help it stay clean/protect?
Would something like this make the job easier?
http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2096_46473481
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