Project "Blown HD" my 6/8 drop/shortblock/heads/cam/blower/tranny install
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Apr 27, 2007 | 11:06 PM
#1342
Originally Posted by trever1t
Castings are so high in impurities (non-aluminum, silicates) it doesn't surprise me that you can see variation in color. The method of casting and heat cycle also contribute to the color, I think it'll be less visible once polished out.
Last edited by moregrip; Apr 27, 2007 at 11:13 PM.
Apr 27, 2007 | 11:16 PM
#1343
Look at the machined areas and you can see it'll polish up nicely.
The down side is that you'll have to hand rub it out once a month, or more if near the coast to keep it looking nice.
I'm looking at polishing my wheels and hating life right now.
The down side is that you'll have to hand rub it out once a month, or more if near the coast to keep it looking nice.
I'm looking at polishing my wheels and hating life right now.
Apr 28, 2007 | 12:20 AM
#1345
Originally Posted by TBSS
I think it looks fine; I would leave it like it is.
Last edited by moregrip; Apr 28, 2007 at 07:41 AM.
Apr 28, 2007 | 07:42 AM
#1346
Originally Posted by trever1t
Look at the machined areas and you can see it'll polish up nicely.
The down side is that you'll have to hand rub it out once a month, or more if near the coast to keep it looking nice.
I'm looking at polishing my wheels and hating life right now.
The down side is that you'll have to hand rub it out once a month, or more if near the coast to keep it looking nice.
I'm looking at polishing my wheels and hating life right now.
I think I'll make good use of that smaller mothers powerball
