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Old 07-10-2009, 07:56 PM
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What is the best way to keep natural aluminum looking new? Items like a radiator or aftermarket hood hinges etc?
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I was happy with the results using a mild acid, like wheel cleaner. Keep it off the polished aluminum!
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I used zoopseal on my wheels and had used almost none of it. So I started zooping some of the other aluminum stuff on the car. The stuff is kinda expensive but goes a LONG way.. Time will tell. JR
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alumabright and rinse w/ cold water only. Best stuff for aluminum.
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old school Gibbs penetrating oil... you would be surprised.
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what about just powder coating it clear? would that not work?
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What is the best way to keep natural aluminum looking new? Items like a radiator or aftermarket hood hinges etc?
clear anodizing will last for decades
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clear anodizing will last for decades
Uhh, ever seen the leading edge trim on a car from the seventies?
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