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falcondob

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Master cylinder covers
« on: August 12, 2006, 08:57:21 AM »

I know this may be a stupid question, but I have new chrome covers. If I take the old ones off and replace them, do I need to bleed the brakes?

Also, is there a polishing kit or materials I can get to polish parts that are metal, but not chromed or polished?

Thanks,
John
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twistedrcpilot

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Re: Master cylinder covers
« Reply #1 on: August 12, 2006, 09:25:51 AM »

No bleeding required.

I got my polishing kit from the home depot.  It was like 19.99 and came with 3 grades of rouge and three buffing wheels. They can either go on the end of a drill or a di-grinder.  Di-grinder works best.
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falcondob

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Re: Master cylinder covers
« Reply #2 on: August 12, 2006, 10:06:31 AM »

Thanks twisted. I will give both a shot.
John

No bleeding required.

I got my polishing kit from the home depot.  It was like 19.99 and came with 3 grades of rouge and three buffing wheels. They can either go on the end of a drill or a di-grinder.  Di-grinder works best.
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twistedrcpilot

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Re: Master cylinder covers
« Reply #3 on: August 12, 2006, 11:39:16 AM »

FYI most of that stuff has a clear coat or is actually painted grey.  you have to sand that down first, Green scowering pad works best, and then polish.  otherwize, your just spinning your wheels.
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RobDogg

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Re: Master cylinder covers
« Reply #4 on: August 14, 2006, 07:34:14 AM »

Or use paint stripper to get the coating off, I like to use the path of least resistance.  O0

www.caswellplating.com is a great source for polishing supplies.
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