Want to Polish My Valve Covers

p5150

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intersting. I cleaned thoroughly with degreaser, dish soap and finally acetone before painting. I have since learned that I should have used something to remove any silicone that was left...but I thought it was clean.

you noticed no change in the image when using the AP-120? I'm currently polishing my 7m's valve covers and intake manifold. if the AP-120 does indeed work...I may try the stuff again. (my glisten PC'd valve covers still look great after 3 years), so engine heat/grease and ocassional washing does not seem to bother it at all...even though AP-120 was not used.

Yeah it didnt discolor at all. It actually looked just a litte bit better after I hit it with the AP120, rinsed and wiped with a very very clean terry towel.
 

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p5150 said:
Yeah it didnt discolor at all. It actually looked just a litte bit better after I hit it with the AP120, rinsed and wiped with a very very clean terry towel.

thanks, I know better for next time.
 

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^^^ Same thing I use for the initial polish on ceramic, except it's 10-15 minutes ;)
Finish up with Blue Magic metal polish.
 

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iMod said:
how much are the valve covers going for steve?

I haven't sold any polished work in the past but have been asked to.

I have considered it, and if some time frees up I may offer services. two problems though

1) reducing the time it takes. With my mainly hand sanding technique, it takes far too long and the cost would be insane...either that or it would be incredibly labour intensive for the amount of money I would be paid

2) I need to get my own crap done first! I'm trying some techniques to speed up the valve cover polishing. I may consider offering polishing services for simpler parts if it works out.