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Wed Dec 30 2015 11:12 AM
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Hi all, What's the best way to clean a cylinder without scratching it?? One of mine has some stains on it! Thx
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I used a die grinder with a buffing wheel and some polishing compound. Work perfect, cylinder looks like brand spanking new.
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OOOO Steel wool
Soaking in CLR
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I do the same Kevin - the CLR works great.
Steve
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I also appreciate the tip. We have one that needs a good cleaning and have been wondering what worked best.
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Sometimes I add laquer thinner in while scrubbing clean, speeds things up. I've never buffed cylinder but I could see how that would really help get some gloss back.
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Thx everyone for the help! Much appreciated!!!
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I have always been scared to use steel wool, no matter how fine, I would think it has to scratch some. I use brass wool with Clorox Soft Scrub, works great for me. You can get brass wool in various grades from McMaster Carr. I use it on porcelain signs also. Tom.
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What grade of brass wool do you typically use of glass?
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Rubbing compound and your fingers for the inside.
Thanks Grant
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Always buying gas pumps and parts. Visit my web site: www.gaspumps.usBuckles Vintage Gas Pump Parts LLC Carthage Indiana
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Try "AMAZ" Water stain remover. This product works great! I use it on glass & porcelain signs. Our local glass shops carries it and I think Home Depot. amaz.biz 800-921-6861 Wayne
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I had a bottle collector tell me to use citric acid & hot water to clean glass.
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