Polish aluminum

[Bruce]

OK, I picked up a Q1400 for $15. Just can't pass on that kind of deal as it was in good shape still.
So, I have it pretty much all cleaned up but the cook box and lid liners are "stained" probably mostly from the oven cleaner I used on it. Generally on cast aluminum, I would be happy with just "clean". But on these Q1400 grills, it just doesn't look good to buyers. Does any one know of a good way to shine them up or buff them out to get a more even finish? Is it going to take a wire wheel? I don't need them shiny, just a dull even finish would be great.

 

[Bruce]

This is what I came up with. I used a non abrasive wear wheel in my drill. I think it looks a little better in person than in the photo. Good enough for me.

 

[Jon Tofte]

Looks very good. I was going to suggest Aluminum/Magnesium polish, but then you would have to work hard to get the smelly residue off since that is the internal cooking area.

I think you are set.

 

[DannyG]

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This is what I came up with. I used a non abrasive wear wheel in my drill. I think it looks a little better in person than in the photo. Good enough for me.

Looks good Bruce

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Looks good to me too

 

[Bruce]

Thanks everyone. Works for me too.

 

[LMichaels]

Maybe a buffing wheel in your angle grinder and some type of polish. Mothers aluminum polish comes to mind. Back in my motorcycle days I would sit for hours with Simichrome on a rag and some REALLY tired hands

 

[Bruce]

I hear you Larry. I don't need it reflection shiny. I just wanted the discolorations gone. I think I accomplished that.

 

[Ed_T]

Looks ready to flip, better than any other used Q on the market!

 

[Bruce]

I will be listing it shortly. However Q electrics are tough to move around me. You need to sell them in urban areas where the condo associations and Apartments don't allow open flame grills.

 

[Bruce]

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