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Hey Larry

I use an industrial type power polisher with spiral sewn buffing wheel https://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/8-in-spiral-sewn-80-ply-buffing-wheel/A-p8066649e and what I call polishing clay. Come in different grits from coarse to fine.
I use brown, then red, then wash entire car with varsol (paint thinner), then soap and water, then power polish with Turtle wax.




Looks like your Harbor Freight has something similar.

https://www.harborfreight.com/14-piece-aluminum-polishing-kit-98707.html

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

Thanks Perry! My confusion was the term 'clay'. Did some amateur silversmithing around 40 years ago and used these compounds to polish what I made. The red tripoli was used for fast cutting, almost as good as wet sanding with 1000 grit. There was yellow and white sticks as well. Didn't cut as fast but put a high polish on the sterling.

I no longer have a large buffer. Had one I used on my boat but it was a killer to use. Called it 'buffzilla'. The wheels your link shows could easily be used with a drill type tool if they are fast enough. I might even have some remnants of the old stuff if I look hard enough.

I'll let you know how things turn out.

Thanks again for your help!

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Larry in Seattle

No problem at all Larry, I like to think this site has no borders, we are all here for a common goal (and entertainment, and the odd time just talking rubbish).

Out to the shop today for a bit. Finished polishing the 7, it's a good as it's gonna get.


Started some final assembly. Exhaust completed. Hood latches installed. Looking at the hood latch photo I would like to mention that on all 3 builds I leave at least a 1/2" gap/space between the hood and the side body of the car. This is my fix for not having hood louvers letting hot air escape the engine compartment.

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

No need to think up detailed excuses, what's your address, I'll send you a new tape?

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Trochu Motor League

Come on now, why you gotta be like that?

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

Ya can only know we love ya if we're teasin ya! If we ignore ya, ya gotta problem!

Thom

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Thom

Nice polish job Perry
I know that is a lot of work!
BUT Where is the picture of you, looking like you have been in a coal mine all day, when you finished polishing
Davew

LOL, yeah I know Thom, it would take quite a bit to shock/hurt this 60 year old brain


Thanks Dave, yeah, couldn't post that picture cause I only buff in the buff. Did I say that out loud?

Made it out to the shop for a bit today, actually I needed a break so I hid in the shop today. You see, if one is more than enough, why not get two and wonder what the 'ell did you ever do that for........6 lbs each of holy terror



Anyhooo, whilst hiding in the shop I figured why not do some work on the 7?
Got the grill and fenders installed, side marker/signal lights installed, front signal lights installed, headlights installed, and the boot locks installed. Some pics.......

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

An observer might say that after polishing the previous builds, this time you would get smart and let it go au naturel. But then you are getting more experienced and it should not take as much effort now.

Another amazing build Perry.

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Chuck.

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Perry, Looks like you are only good for a two dog night! Good thing its already springtime.

Build is looking awesome. Question on your front fender stays: You previously shared the details on how you fab/attach them. I'm copying your approach. My question is about the joint between the tubes that insert into the fenders and the radial tubes up from the spindles. Are those welded joints? Mitered first? or fishmouthed then butted? Any gusseting, etc.? The joints look like really tight bends, but I expect that's your craftmanship at work.

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Cheers, Tom

My Car9 build: viewtopic.php?f=35&t=14613
"It's the construction of the car-the sheer lunacy and joy of making diverse parts come together and work as one-that counts."
Ultima Spyder, Northstar 4.0, Porsche G50/52

Thanks Chuck

The pieces were angle cut to achieve the desired angle then butt welded. Then added a gusset to the inside. Here's some pics I found.

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

Thanks Perry, exactly what I needed to know.

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Cheers, Tom

My Car9 build: viewtopic.php?f=35&t=14613
"It's the construction of the car-the sheer lunacy and joy of making diverse parts come together and work as one-that counts."
Ultima Spyder, Northstar 4.0, Porsche G50/52

I forgot to mention that I cut the pointy corners off and welded a small filler piece to give it a more rounded look.

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

Did a bit more today. Mounted license plate/fuel cap cover and license plate light. Mounted tail lights, rear fenders with fender welting. Some pics.

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Perry

'If man built it, man can fix it'
"No one ever told me I couldn't do it."
"If you can't build it safe, don't build it."

Perry's Locost Super Che7enette Build
Perry's TBird Based 5.0L Super 7 L.S.O
Perry's S10 Super 7 The 3rd
Perry's 4th Build The Topolino 500 (Little Mouse) Altered
Perry's 5th Build the Super Slant 6 Super 7
Perry's Final Build the 1929 Mercedes Gazelle

Fantastic build.... Read threw it again tonight. You are a talented individual, and I always pick up something new, each time I read threw one of your build logs. Polish job looks great. And look forward to seeing you finish this one.

Spike