Thread Number: 5620
Help with machine buffing |
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Post# 62253 , Reply# 2   3/11/2009 at 07:26 (5,524 days old) by brandon_w_t ()   |   | |
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Where can I buy a cheap grinder though? the home depot?? What about the one that goes on the drill? Is that one any good? |
Post# 62263 , Reply# 4   3/11/2009 at 12:37 (5,524 days old) by vacfanatic (Omaha, NE)   |   | |
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Post# 62269 , Reply# 5   3/11/2009 at 15:33 (5,524 days old) by brandon_w_t ()   |   | |
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Thanks all... I think I am going to go with vacfanatics idea! maybe even buy the drill one too. So, I just apply the polish to the metal, and then put it under the machine? |
Post# 62270 , Reply# 6   3/11/2009 at 15:39 (5,524 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill (Birthplace of the Railway),England, UK.)   |   | |
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Making sure the bench polisher is so heavy it doesnt move or its screwed to a workbench!!!also hold on securley to said items for polishing, avoid any distraction and concentrate for the few minutes needed to complete the polishing!!! Its so easy to lose concentration and get the metal item caught on the wheel and flip it either up into your body or fling it across the room with a great force.... done right its a great aid to workshop polished vacs.. look forward to seeing your handiwork!!! |
Post# 62274 , Reply# 8   3/11/2009 at 16:15 (5,524 days old) by brandon_w_t ()   |   | |
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I really cant wait to do this!!! So the buffer pads on the link will work with any standard buffing machine? |
Post# 62297 , Reply# 11   3/11/2009 at 19:44 (5,523 days old) by aeoliandave (Stratford Ontario Canada)   |   | |
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Brandon, that is why it is strongly advised to practice on aluminum pots & pans and lids FIRST - to build up confidence and become familiar with the effects of different polishing/cutting compounds - used very sparingly as John emphasizes. You don't want to color the wheel, just tint it. With this experience under your belt you'll be able to determine if it is a gouge, scratch or scuff that needs to be removed first. At first it feels so very wrong to sand scratches into a perfectly good looking metal surface but trust us, you'll be amazed at the mirror finish that emerges at the end. Once you feel good to go, wear gloves, eye protection, have a good strong light overhead for no shadows and wear your least favorite shirt. When your wrists get tired & trembling, take a break before going back at it. Dave - been there, smashed that. |
Post# 62329 , Reply# 13   3/12/2009 at 02:53 (5,523 days old) by chestermikeuk (Rainhill (Birthplace of the Railway),England, UK.)   |   | |
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