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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 06:25 PM
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Does anybody have a reccomendation to clean the outside of the factory a/c lines ? I am restoring an a/c system and want to keep the original lines but change the hoses.The aluminum lines have paint and look like the aluminum is tarnished. Would like to make them look like new without wire brush scratches of glass beading roughness.
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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 954rider
Does anybody have a recommendation to clean the outside of the factory a/c lines ? I am restoring an a/c system and want to keep the original lines but change the hoses.The aluminum lines have paint and look like the aluminum is tarnished. Would like to make them look like new without wire brush scratches of glass beading roughness.
Greg, after you removed the paint as Jeff pointed out I used a solution of Hydrofluoric Acid, about 50 to 1 for light oxidation. this is a very dangerous method to your health and proper personal equipment must be used. wear rubber gloves , a proper chemical respirator and eye protection, and I would do it outdoor. the results are fantastic. I think you can purchase a new product that will do the job without the health risks called Streak Master Aluminum Cleaner And Brightener
PS do not use Hydrofluoric Acid on cast aluminum it will turn black. GL,Craig
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