Prop polishing

[1957evinrude]

I want to shine up this prop . It doesn’t look like it’s been used but very dull. What would be a good way to polish it ? Materials used that would work well.

• This topic was modified 4 years, 3 months ago by Mumbles.

[Mumbles]

If you are doing it by hand, soaking it in ketchup is supposed to work but there are proper polishes meant for brass which you should be able to find at your local hardware store. I tried using Twinkle once meant for copper pots and pans but it was abrasive and scratched the metal. It sure took the tarnish of though!

If you are using a buffer, a rouge meant for brass will give a mirror finish to the metal. It may take two different steps using different color rouges. You just have to remember that the red jewelers rouge will color the metal a bit, making it a bit darker and that’s why I don’t like using it on aluminum. White rouge gives the best finish to aluminum.

[Steve Martin]

You will get great results with Simichrome polish. I’ve used it for years on all types of metal with success. It’s readily available.

[frankr]

When I was in the army, Everybody had a can of Brasso in their foot locker.

[todd281]

I`ve also used toothpaste in a pinch

[Samuel Phelps]

You could start with around 220 grit wet or dry sandpaper and work your way to 3000 or more .. Some Mothers mag polish mixed in will help to …

[1957evinrude]

Thanks for the comments ! It will look good on the motor after its shiny

[The Boat House]

[The Boat House]

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• This reply was modified 4 years, 3 months ago by The Boat House.

[lloyd]

I think Tubs covered it very well. I also like Brasso and Never Dull.

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