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*screamin_c102* · 03-09-2005, 05:53 PM

I read something about easy-off being used to remove the finish on our grille surrounds. How does this work? I would greatly appreciate some input on this, maybe a link or two. I tried looking in the older posts but to no avail. I really need to polish my surround, I tried in the past but was unable to get past the finish.

greasemonkey · 03-10-2005, 01:29 AM

Easy off is supposed to take the anodizing off, then you can sand with fine grits and hit it with an aluminum polish. After that, you will have to keep it polished or clearcoat it to keep it shiny.

bobs409 · 03-10-2005, 08:09 AM

I used to do the oven cleaner method but never again. It's just too time consuming and it's really hit or miss. It used to take 3 or more soakings and if you left it dry or on too long, you risk damaging the part.

I bought an annodizing remover from: http://www.villagebuffing.com/compound.htm

See the 6th down from the top. ($12.00)

This stuff is awesome! Mix some in warm water, then place the part in and watch it fizz. 15 minutes and it's done. The best part is there is no chance of damaging the part like the over cleaner. Leave it in as long as you like/need to.

Bob

70c10 · 03-10-2005, 08:23 AM

Thanks for the link Bob.

*screamin_c102* · 03-10-2005, 05:21 PM

I appreciate the info guys, Now I've got an excuse to rip Screamin apart again

Fred T · 03-10-2005, 06:58 PM

EasyOff is corrosive with aluminum. I agree with using something else.

crew70 · 03-10-2005, 07:36 PM

good info to know ,thanks

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 03-10-2005, 07:50 PM

I used Comet or AJAX cleaner and a scrubber pad and it worked out good on the '69 outer grille I just pulled from a truck at the junkyard.

*screamin_c102* · 03-10-2005, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robert1970C20rstbukt

I used Comet or AJAX cleaner and a scrubber pad and it worked out good on the '69 outer grille I just pulled from a truck at the junkyard.

Could you post some pics of it? did you polish it afterwards?
Thanx

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 03-10-2005, 09:21 PM

Nope didn't have time to polish it but I can try to get a pic of it. I'll post a pic of it in a minute.

ronthet · 03-11-2005, 10:44 PM

I am trying to refinish my moulding. I have a guy want me try just the Bright Dip. Anyone heard of that. Will it be something I will have to keep polished etc.

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 03-11-2005, 11:21 PM

Well my camera is screwed up so I can't get a pic right now.......will post one asap

03-09-2005, 05:53 PM	#1
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	Polishing my grill I read something about easy-off being used to remove the finish on our grille surrounds. How does this work? I would greatly appreciate some input on this, maybe a link or two. I tried looking in the older posts but to no avail. I really need to polish my surround, I tried in the past but was unable to get past the finish.

03-10-2005, 01:29 AM	#2
greasemonkey Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Pace, FL Posts: 2,155	Easy off is supposed to take the anodizing off, then you can sand with fine grits and hit it with an aluminum polish. After that, you will have to keep it polished or clearcoat it to keep it shiny. __________________ 1942 Master Deluxe 1969 C/10 1985 Blazer CUCV 1987 Jimmy 2004 Tahoe 2005 Silverado 1500 2005 Silverado 3500

03-10-2005, 08:09 AM	#3
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	I used to do the oven cleaner method but never again. It's just too time consuming and it's really hit or miss. It used to take 3 or more soakings and if you left it dry or on too long, you risk damaging the part. I bought an annodizing remover from: http://www.villagebuffing.com/compound.htm See the 6th down from the top. ($12.00) This stuff is awesome! Mix some in warm water, then place the part in and watch it fizz. 15 minutes and it's done. The best part is there is no chance of damaging the part like the over cleaner. Leave it in as long as you like/need to. Bob __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

03-10-2005, 08:23 AM	#4
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Thanks for the link Bob. __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

03-10-2005, 06:58 PM	#6
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	EasyOff is corrosive with aluminum. I agree with using something else. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

03-10-2005, 05:21 PM	#5
screamin_c102 Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Yoncalla Oregon Posts: 775	I appreciate the info guys, Now I've got an excuse to rip Screamin apart again

03-10-2005, 07:36 PM	#7
crew70 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: shafer,mn,usa Posts: 316	good info to know ,thanks __________________ 70 chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 402ci crewcab 3/4ton 94 gmc 1 ton dually crewcab 454ci 99 suburban 5.7 2001 500cc ski-doo mxz 95 500cc ski doo fan 650 bombardiar 4 wheeler

03-10-2005, 07:50 PM	#8
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	I used Comet or AJAX cleaner and a scrubber pad and it worked out good on the '69 outer grille I just pulled from a truck at the junkyard. __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

03-10-2005, 09:21 PM	#10
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	Nope didn't have time to polish it but I can try to get a pic of it. I'll post a pic of it in a minute. __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

03-11-2005, 10:44 PM	#11
ronthet Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Flower Mound Tx Posts: 18	I am trying to refinish my moulding. I have a guy want me try just the Bright Dip. Anyone heard of that. Will it be something I will have to keep polished etc.

03-11-2005, 11:21 PM	#12
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	Well my camera is screwed up so I can't get a pic right now.......will post one asap __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck



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