Clear coating?

[Derrick]

I have a few questions on finishing polished aluminum. Fist is clear coating. I am not sure what type of clear coat to use and what the different applcations are. Also what can i use to clean the polished surface to remove all oils and dirt to allow the clear coat to adhear properly and still maintain the final look.

I am using sprial sewn wheels with emry then tripoli, then white rouge with a loose wheele , then Mothers \"mag & aluminum polish\". This gives a great finish, almost mirror. But I do not want to spent the rest of my time polishing, would like to ride a little... lol Also, how do i prevent a cloudy finish? Seems like really fine scratches?


thanks for your time...

[mcaswell]

Hi Derrick:

Check out our <a href=\"http://www.caswellplating.com/alwheel.htm\" target=\"_blank\">Aluminum Wheel Polishing Kit</a>.<br>It should solve all your polishing problems.

[wildting]

I think Derrik is trying to ask what he should do for a clear-coat after he has gotten the polishing the way he wants it.
I too must admit I am curious as to what possibilities there are for a \"clear-coat in a can\" concept. Is there something like that out there?

Thanks
J.P.

[mcaswell]

Yes there is - take a look at a product that we sell called <a href=\"http://www.caswellplating.com/vhtclear.htm\" target=\"_blank\">VHT - Clear</a>.

[txturbo]

Glisten PC is designed specifically for clear coating polished surfaces.Made by the POR-15 people.

[mcaswell]

We have that too - http://www.caswellplating.com/por-15-home.htm

[mtlplshr]

i have never seen any type of clearcoat that did not effect the way polished alum. shines.

[Satch]

Which is better for clear coating aluminum motorcycle frames? VHT - Clear (PROD SP-115), VHT - Genuine Lacquer (PROD SP-610) or GLISTEN PC (PROD GLISq)

[mcgahan]

I have been polishing aluminum parts on my motorcycle and have gotten a nice shine. I am now ready to add the VHT clear coat. I read this web sites wheel polishing directions but cannot figure out the best way to prepare the surface before spraying. I suspect spraying directly after using polishing compound is not the way to go. Any suggestions?

[mcaswell]

Just make sure the part is free of grease, oil, fingerprints etc. Clean it with some degreaser. Then go ahead and spray it.