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====== Buffers and Accessories ====== | ====== Buffers and Accessories ====== | ||
====== Buffing Machines ====== | ====== Buffing Machines ====== | ||
- | + | See also [[techtalk:ref:svcproc45#polishing_aluminum_and_stainless_steel|Polishing Aluminum and Stainless Steel]] in the Sportsterpedia. | |
===== Using a Benchtop Buffer ===== | ===== Using a Benchtop Buffer ===== | ||
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Keep seperate buffing wheels so you don't cross contaminate polishing compounds. \\ | Keep seperate buffing wheels so you don't cross contaminate polishing compounds. \\ | ||
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Apply the polishing compound onto the wheel. It doesn't take much. \\ | Apply the polishing compound onto the wheel. It doesn't take much. \\ | ||
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| 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)) || | | 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 Bench Grinder ===== | ||
+ | You can put an auger on a bench grinder for a buffing pad. \\ | ||
+ | Apply alloy polishing soap (hold onto pad) and work away. Reapply soap every 30-60 seconds. \\ | ||
+ | Work in multiple directions. Then polish with jeweler's rouge soap and finish with a wool buff on drill and chrome polish. \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:benchtop_polisher_1_by_aussiegazza.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by AussieGazza of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=692835&page=3)) \\ | ||
+ | ===== Using a Hand Buffer ===== | ||
+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:hand_buffer_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
===== Using a Dremil Rotary Tool (or similar) ===== | ===== Using a Dremil Rotary Tool (or similar) ===== | ||
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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)) \\ | 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)) \\ | ||
- | |{{: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: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 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)) | |
===== Using an Electric Drill ===== | ===== Using an Electric Drill ===== | ||
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| 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:svcproc: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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+ | ====== Roloc Surface Conditioning Disc ====== | ||
+ | Manufacturer: Scotch-Brite. | ||
+ | * Non-woven disc aggressively deburrs and finishes on all metals. ((https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/all-3m-products/~/Scotch-Brite-Roloc-Surface-Conditioning-Disc/?N=5002385+3293241340&rt=rud)) | ||
+ | * Grades: coarse, medium, super fine and very fine. | ||
+ | * Combined with Roloc backing, allows for aggressive cutting. | ||
+ | * Open-web construction resists loading and runs cool allowing for consistent finishes. | ||
+ | * 3M™ Roloc™ attachment system offers quick and easy disc change-out for multi-step finishing processes. | ||
+ | * Silicon carbide abrasive: | ||
+ | * Silicon carbide is a synthetic mineral that is very sharp and commonly used for low-pressure applications such as paint prep and finishing. \\ While silicon carbide breaks down faster than aluminum oxide, it produces a finer finish. | ||
+ | * Aluminum oxide abrasive: | ||
+ | * Aluminum oxide is a hard, blocky mineral that provides high cut-rate and long life. | ||
+ | * Mandrel and rubber backing pad are a separate item to the disks. | ||
+ | * Used for deburring, blending, finishing, grinding and surface prep. | ||
+ | * Also can be used to deepen the valve clearance eyebrows in the heads (if required). ((AussieGazza of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=692835&page=3)) | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:roloc_disk_1_by_aussigazza.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by AussieGazza of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=692835&page=3)) {{:techtalk:ref:tools:roloc_disk_2_by_aussigazza.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by AussieGazza of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=692835&page=3)) \\ | ||
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