[Gonset] Cleaning Metal Knobs?

[kd4e]

Thanks Dale!

Sounds as if the metal is not vulnerable to
damage from rubbing compound so I need not
worry about buffing-off the original finish.

I don't have a lathe so will try a handheld
rod into the knob then use the buffing pad
on my Dremel.

Now the insides are another thing entirely,
I've not yet had time to inspect it in detail,
don't know if it can be restored or not.

The knobs will be fun & my daughter loves
to help with projects like that.

Thanks again!

>> I have a Comm IV which appears to have been
>> exposed to salt spray or something - maybe
>> it was just prolonged moisture in a garage
>> or attic or barn.
>>
>> The knobs are corroded.
>>
>> What is the best way to restore them, please?
>>
>> I don't want to harm them by using the wrong
>> chemical or other method.
>>
> Hi Doc,
> I have had excellent results with placing a 1/4" rod in the knobs and 
> chucking them up in my lathe. Then using Novus Plastic polish and a 
> cloth to restore the bright finish. If they are heavily corroded, start 
> with auto rubbing compound. When you are satisfied with the finish, 
> apply car wax and rebuff. If the knobs have flutes, a toothbrush and the 
> plastic polish applied by hand will get into the grooves and clean the 
> years of gunk out.
> Before reinstalling the knobs, I remove the set screws and place a drop 
> of machine oil on the threads to make removal down the road a breeze.
> 
> Dale W4OP
> 
> 


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