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Topic: Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

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Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

Posted: 2/26/03 12:12pm Message 1 of 5
MLTexas
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League City, TX - USA
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Vette(s): 1973 Orange L-82 Convertible 4 Speed (Close Ratio) Power Steering Air Conditioning Delux Interior Tilt-Telescopic Steering Column Map Light AM/FM Radio - Stereo
Hi guys! Greetings! What a great forum.

Question...

What's the best way to polish the valve covers for a 73 L-82? I have tried all the regular chrome/aluminum stuff and nothing gets the oxidized(?) spots off. Any ideas?

Thanks,

Matt

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Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

Posted: 2/27/03 11:14am Message 2 of 5
REDSHARK
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Hey Matt, i'm working on polishing mine as we speak....right now, its kinda scratchy, and its hard to get in between the fins, but i ordered this kit from the eastwood company...if it comes out lookin good, i'll send you pics and let you know! |thumb|


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Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

Posted: 2/27/03 2:36pm Message 3 of 5
MLTexas
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Herb - Thanks! That would be great.


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Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

Posted: 2/27/03 5:03pm Message 4 of 5
garry72conv
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Vette(s): 1972 convertible 350 auto trans, delux int, air, ps, pb, t/t wheel, pw, 79,000 org miles Rare one year only color
i picked up an old NOS set that need polishing...try these links for help....http://johnmonnin.netfirms.com/Polishing.html http://www.omega-sw.com/stealth/fu00005.htm http://www.rx7turboturbo.com/robrobinette/polish.htm It look easy


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Best way to polish L-82 Valve Covers

Posted: 3/3/03 9:25pm Message 5 of 5
joe73vette
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Vette(s): White 73 convertible - 350/auto, A/C PS, PB, PW, leather, t/t, two tops Also had a 69 t-top 20 years ago
The key to polishing is to go backwards before you go forwards. Start with sandpaper to remove corrosion, pitting, etc. 320 is probably enough, unless you are dealing with a poor piece, then use 220. After getting a uniform smooth finish with the 320, go to 400 and 600 grit. Only then break out the polishing wheels. Use red rouge to get rid of the sanding scratches, then follow up with white finishing polish for a chrome like shine. S100 makes a good protective spray, or you can clear coat when you are done to preserve the finish. Joe


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