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====== Buffers and Accessories ====== | ====== Buffers and Accessories ====== | ||
====== Buffing Machines ====== | ====== Buffing Machines ====== | ||
- | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:bench_top_buffer_by_biknut.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | See also [[techtalk:ref:svcproc45#polishing_aluminum_and_stainless_steel|Polishing Aluminum and Stainless Steel]] in the Sportsterpedia. |
- | Benchtop Buffer ((photo by biknut of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=494417)) | | + | ===== Using a Benchtop Buffer ===== |
- | ====== Wheels ====== | + | A bench buffer is great if you can take the part to it. That does limit it's use somewhat however. \\ |
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+ | Keep seperate buffing wheels so you don't cross contaminate polishing compounds. \\ | ||
+ | Apply the polishing compound onto the wheel. It doesn't take much. \\ | ||
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+ | You can tell when you need to apply more from how clean the polish surface starts becoming. ((biknut of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=494417&page=2)) \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:bench_top_buffer_by_biknut.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:bench_top_buffer_2_by_biknut.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Polishing a rocker box top with a benchtop buffer ((photos by biknut of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=494417)) ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=2624171)) || | ||
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+ | ===== Using a Dremil Rotary Tool (or similar) ===== | ||
+ | The Dremel type rotary tools will run up to over 25,000 RPMs. \\ | ||
+ | But you don't want to try polishing metals at those speeds. \\ | ||
+ | It is best to start with around 8,000 RPMs and adjust up depending on the size of the polishing pads. \\ | ||
+ | The smaller pads can run at faster speeds. Most of the pads come in either 3/8" or 7/8" OD. \\ | ||
+ | Obviously the 7/8" pads last much longer if you run them at the right speed. \\ | ||
+ | Top speed on them wouldn't be much over about 15,000 RPMs or the wool polishing wheels will start flying apart on you. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) | ||
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+ | These are nice for getting into small areas but they can leave swirlies that have to be rubbed out. ((ReddTigger of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=494417&page=3)) \\ | ||
+ | You can control the swirls if you use the wool polishing pads and the buffing compound. \\ | ||
+ | Try running it at little slower speed if it is still leaving swirls. Keep the pressure real light. \\ | ||
+ | Let the compound do the work. Move slowly back and forth with the pads. \\ | ||
+ | Straight line movement just like sanding wood grain and there should not be any swirls at all. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932&page=2)) \\ | ||
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+ | The 1" buffing bits will fit most places and the small 3/8" felt bullet shapes fit into most screw recesses. ((https://www.chuckhawks.com/harley_polish.htm)) \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dremil_and_sander_by_graywolf.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:high_speed_grinder_and_hard_felt_wheel_by_piniongear.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_stainless_76._by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Dremil rotary tool and palm sander ((photo by Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) | High speed grinder and hard felt wheel ((photo by piniongear of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?p=2779433)) | Dremil tool cut and polish action ((photo by Hippysmack)) | | ||
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+ | ===== Using an Electric Drill ===== | ||
+ | Use the biggest wheel that will fit the mandrel you have since the smaller ones can streak. \\ | ||
+ | You can use 2" and 4" wheels on an electric drill at about 2000 RPM. ((https://www.chuckhawks.com/harley_polish.htm)) \\ | ||
+ | Those wheels won't fit into all the little spaces, so this is also limiting. \\ | ||
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+ | A felt buffing pad works well (better than a thumb and wider than a dremel, so no little swirls). ((ReddTigger of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=494417&page=3)) \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:flexible_drill_attachment_by_biknut.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Flexible drill attachment ((photo by biknut of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=875462&page=2)) | | ||
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+ | ====== Wheels / Pads ====== | ||
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+ | ===== Dremil Type Polishing Pads ===== | ||
+ | You can buy Dremel wool polishing pads with mounting shafts from a home improvement or hardware store. \\ | ||
+ | They twist onto the shaft like a nut on a bolt. \\ | ||
+ | The shaft doesn't go all the way through the pad. \\ | ||
+ | Eventually and after heavy use, the pads will split down the middle or twist the center out and fly apart. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dremil_polishing_pad_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dremil_polishing_pad_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Dremil polishing pad mounted to a threaded shaft ((photos by Hippysmack)) || | ||
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+ | To help keep the pad from spinning off the shaft, you can mount it to a metal cutting wheel mandrel. \\ | ||
+ | Add a small washer over the attaching screw and snug it down against the pad. \\ | ||
+ | It doesn't have to be real tight. \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dremil_polishing_pad_3_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:dremil_polishing_pad_4_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Dremil pad mounted to a cutting wheel mandrel ((photos by Hippysmack)) || | ||
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+ | The mandrel and polishing shafts are re-usable. \\ | ||
+ | Alternately, you can save all the worn out and broken shafts from Dremel rasps and small grinding disks. \\ | ||
+ | Then, re-use them as a mount for the wool polishing pads using epoxy to keep them on. \\ | ||
+ | The old grinding disk axles can be pushed all the way through the polishing pads and they don't split down the middle so bad. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) \\ | ||
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+ | Once the pad is worn out, just install another one on it. \\ | ||
+ | To make the pads last longer, you can use JB Weld epoxy to mount them on the original shafts. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) \\ | ||
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+ | **Buying in bulk**: \\ | ||
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+ | For about the same price as you pay for 6 of the Dremil pads, you can order a big bag of 100 polishing pads (including a few mandrels) online (Amazon, Ebay and etc.). \\ | ||
+ | They are the same pads, same quality, and last the same. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) \\ | ||
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+ | Below are some wool polishing pads that were glued to mandrels. \\ | ||
+ | The larger ones are the 7/8" pads. They will last a very long time mounted with epoxy. \\ | ||
+ | But you need to let them cure over night before use for best results. \\ | ||
+ | The two smaller ones laying down behind them are 3/8" pads. \\ | ||
+ | They are good for getting in tight places. ((Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) \\ | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_wheels_by_graywolf.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | | Polishing wheels for Dremil type tools ((photo by Graywolf of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2070932)) | | ||
====== Wheel Rake ====== | ====== Wheel Rake ====== | ||
Loading too much polish on the wheel smudges and doesn't help you cut the metal. \\ | Loading too much polish on the wheel smudges and doesn't help you cut the metal. \\ | ||
Pressing too hard while working also gathers and compresses polish into the wheel. \\ | Pressing too hard while working also gathers and compresses polish into the wheel. \\ | ||
- | Use this to unload excess polish from the wheel and recondition the edge. \\ | + | Use this to unload excess polish and fine metal particles from the wheel and recondition the edge. \\ |
|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_wheel_rake_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_wheel_rake_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_wheel_rake_1_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:polishing_wheel_rake_2_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
| Wheel rake ((photo by Hippysmack)) || | | Wheel rake ((photo by Hippysmack)) || | ||
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+ | ====== Sanding ====== | ||
+ | ===== Scotch-Brite Pads ===== | ||
+ | Scotchbrite pads can work faster than sandpaper. \\ | ||
+ | They will contour to the workpiece, especially curves and round corners. \\ | ||
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+ | Start by wetting the pad with water and dish soap. \\ | ||
+ | Go over a given part in one direction for the green pad, rinse thoroughly. \\ | ||
+ | Then go over the part again at a 90° angle for the next finer grade pad. ((HOMER308 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?threadid=925547)) \\ | ||
+ | Repeat until you're satisfied with the finish. \\ | ||
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+ | * Below are three grades of Scotchbrite. These can be found online or some hardware stores. | ||
+ | * Your typical green (found in most kitchens) | ||
+ | * Red (very fine grade) | ||
+ | * Gray (ultra fine grade) | ||
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+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:scotch-brite_grades_by_homer308.jpg?direct&400|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:notes:polishing_stainless_24_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&400|}}| | ||
+ | | Scotch-Brite Grades ((photo by HOMER308 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?threadid=925547)) | Heavy duty Scotch-Brite ((photo by Hippysmack)) | | ||
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+ | Here is a general chart with different Scotchbrite grades: \\ | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:scotchbritefinish2_by_homer308.jpg?direct&700|}} ((photo by HOMER308 of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=925547&page=2)) | ||
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