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| Post# 133321 4/20/2011 at 16:59 (4,752 days old) by vacumaniac () | ||
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So, I am going to go purchase a buffer this evening. I was looking to see what the recommended buffing compound to use would be, and any other relevant info. Thanks! | ||
| Post# 133326 , Reply# 1 4/20/2011 at 17:32 (4,752 days old) by LongLiveKirbys (Minneapolis) | ||
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With a.. Bench type polisher i find that the basic tripoli compund works very well. if you would like to get more into it there are a few diffrent grit compunds you should get (i dont remember which ones off the top of my head) | ||
| Post# 133328 , Reply# 2 4/20/2011 at 17:42 (4,752 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas) | ||
 I use what Kirby sells to its service centers and distributors. They sell two different types -- one for cutting (heavy polishing) and one for the color finish to make it bright and shiny. After I finish polishing, I wipe the castings down with "whiting powder". I have used several different kinds that I've found at Sears and other places but nothing works as well as what Kirby sells. | ||
| Post# 133335 , Reply# 3 4/20/2011 at 18:44 (4,752 days old) by LongLiveKirbys (Minneapolis) | ||
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ahh yes.. the green kirby compund with the name pressed in it. works wonders! | ||
| Post# 133504 , Reply# 4 4/21/2011 at 21:07 (4,751 days old) by vacumaniac () | ||
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Well, I have been tackling the buffing for over an hour, how long on average should one expect to be buffing to give a good shine, I know it would depend on the condition of the piece, but what would a ballpark be? | ||
| Post# 133538 , Reply# 5 4/21/2011 at 23:26 (4,751 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas) | ||
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hmmm...a lot of that depends on what all you did to prepare the casting before buffing and, as you've said, the condition of the casting, and which casting your working on! It also depends on the quality of the compound and buffing wheel too. So a ballpark guess -- maybe an hour or more for the nozzle (they're usually in the worst shape), 30 to 45 minutes on the bell housing, etc. Plus, the more experienced you become, the more quickly it will go. Be very careful too! A casting can catch the wheel in just the wrong way and fly right out of your hand. I've been hit pretty hard before! I can't wait to see your finished product! I know it will look great! One last hint: When reattaching the the fan case to the motor housing, before sure to apply a bead of clear silicone first or it will leak dust. | ||
Post# 133965 , Reply# 7 4/24/2011 at 12:53 (4,748 days old) by compactelectra  (Palm Springs) |
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For professional results, you almost need a professional. I have a bench polisher and have tried my hand at it but now turn over the job to a professional. Here is a shot of my 561 that had deep gouges in it. Had it done in Omaha by a vac guy and auto restorer. I almost passed out when I saw it done.
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| Post# 133997 , Reply# 8 4/24/2011 at 19:23 (4,748 days old) by vacumaniac () | ||
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I have purchased a bench polisher and see that the results are coming. It just takes time lol | ||
| Post# 134002 , Reply# 10 4/24/2011 at 20:20 (4,748 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas) | ||
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| Post# 134010 , Reply# 12 4/24/2011 at 20:48 (4,748 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas) | ||
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@ Chad | ||
| Post# 134018 , Reply# 13 4/24/2011 at 21:43 (4,748 days old) by electrolux~137 () | ||
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Here's a comprehensive article about machine polishing that I wrote back in 2005. The password to access it is "kirbybuff." Please do not re-post this article anywhere or give out the password. Thanks. CLICK HERE TO GO TO electrolux~137's LINK | ||
| Post# 134049 , Reply# 16 4/25/2011 at 08:47 (4,747 days old) by hooverbaby (Dalton in Furness, UK) | ||
Thanks Chad!
for that I link. I found it extremely informative, detailed and helpful. There are all sorts of other topics of interest too, such as, dare I say it, home electroplating and high voltage powder coating plants! It's a pity that some of these items are too dangerous to send via airmail..
Thanks for your link too Charles..though you sent me the password for that some time ago. I found that interesting..and quite amusing, especially the bits about being careful and finishing work looking like a coal-miner! One day, when I once again have a larger shed in which to work and don't have mum complaining everytime I empty its contents onto the patio I will set myself up properly. Last year I had a go with a buffing wheel attached to a small bench grinder and used a large green polishing stick on my Columbus with reasonable results. I'm not sure exactly what this compound was. It worked quite well but took a while for the shine to come up.. Stephen | ||
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Post# 134150 , Reply# 17 4/26/2011 at 04:46 (4,747 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC) |
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Oh yes!Charles link about buffing is excellent.Good information. | ||
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