Chris,
I did mine that way but I started with 320 grit in order to get the
scratches out. I finished with 2000 grit, all by hand and wet sanding. I
then finished it with an aluminum polish. I also tried clear coating but it
just peeled off.
Regards,
Charlie Schott
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From: Chris Scholz
Sent: Sunday, January 17, 2016 10:43 PM
To: Austin Healey
Subject: [Healeys] Polish aluminum cowl trim on '59 BN4
Has anyone refinished/polished the aluminum cowl trim? Mine is in fairly
good shape but has some age related fine scratches that won't buff out with
liquid polish.
I have heard some say to start with different grits and wet sand-- 400, then
600, then 800, then 1000, 1200, then liquid polish.
I am worried about starting too coarse and making it worse. Also can I get
by with doing this wet sanding by hand? I don't have a power sander, and
would like to do this by hand. Any wisdom is appreciated.
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