Seven in SA Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 Hello, I use (although not for about a year) Mothers to clean my ali, as it's about all I can get over here. I understand from previous threads that Mothers provides the best results when the ali is all clean and already polished a bit. Now my parents are due to visit and I would like him to bring something with him that would help get the ali all clean before I slap on the Mothers. Whilst he is bringing my mum I don't think she would appreciate spending her holiday in the garage cleaning . The other thing is that this must be available at Halfrauds as my dad won't know anywhere else. Does any one have any suggestions Cheers Nic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynicolson Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 I've just used some Autoglym metal polish, used to only be available (I think) in a tube, however I came across a large bottle at about GBP£4.99 ea. and it does the job, again available in Halfords I suspect. Happy polishing. Tricks...aka darstardly Y57 CDS "Mutley" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheds Moderator Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 My fave is Solvol Autosol, which is a fine polishing paste. I think it is the best of the retail polishes. If the thing is really rough, I would go down the road of "proper" metal polishing. Metal finishing eqpt suppliers have a range of pastes for exactly this purpose. You might have to buy a large qty, but you will get a good result. I'm sure they exist in RSA, it's an industialised society after all. Alternatively get some 1200 grit wet & dry from a motor factor and use it, lubricated with a spot of oil, on the really rough bits. This will leave a smooth slightly cloudy finish that you can bring to a mirror shine with the finishing polish of your choice. This is waht car sprayers use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter R Shaw Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 I have used Mothers and it does do a great job ...run out at the moment ....so I tried some "Mer" that my wife bought for her car ....it seems to be recommended for all sorts of uses ....I tried it on a small inconspicuose place first and was pleased with the result....so did the whole bonnet at the weekend !! it looks great and feels pretty smooth.....and shiney ....now i can get dressed in the garage as the car doubles up as a mirror ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seven in SA Posted February 27, 2003 Author Share Posted February 27, 2003 Batteredoldsupersport, Not a bad idea, I had not really thought of metal polisher's. Don't know why as I need metal polishing Have just phoned a couple and they seem to use a product called TMO, does anyone know anything about this? Cheers Nic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative Crudders Posted February 27, 2003 Area Representative Share Posted February 27, 2003 You're all talking pants The best ali polish is Belgom Alu. Not available in Halfrauds I'm afraid Nic, but you could order some from here and maybe get it delivered to your folks before they come to visit. Crudders Edited by - crudders on 27 Feb 2003 14:23:47 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted_7 Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 I agree with Creeders ! And I know what I'm talking about Se7enly, Ted_7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Plato Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 Belgom Alu , finished with Vienna lime *thumbup* easy choice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter R Shaw Posted February 27, 2003 Share Posted February 27, 2003 ok dave , ted and crud ders never heard of Belgom Alu..or..Vienna Lime ...is that like talc? do they have a shiniest bonnet competition at the international? then we could let our friend in SA know for sure which is the best product.... road7runner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Plato Posted February 28, 2003 Share Posted February 28, 2003 Vienna lime is of similar appearance to talc , but I dont think I would put on my temple of a body , I dab the cloth in the lime , and one gentle rub brings all the black horrid stuff off without any elbow grease . Others have said that flour can be used ??? . I bought both the Alum and lime from M&P motorcycles . Do a Google search to find their mail order number . Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilbron Runde Posted February 28, 2003 Share Posted February 28, 2003 For good results polihing of aluminium ( or copper or brass ) fine grade steel wool with added soap or if this type is not available, fine grade steel wool and add some 'squirts' of washing-up liqid. USE WET. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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