window moldings

[ponypastor]

Knowing that the aluminum window moldings are anondized (sp?) from the factory, is there a way to bring them back to really shine? Thanks.

 

[OMS]

Strip off the anodizing and then they can be polished

Send them out for polishing / re-anodizing

You can also have them all chrome plated

 

[TommyK]

I have read that easy off oven cleaner will remove the anodizing but I haven't tried it myself.

 

[ponypastor]

I'll give the oven cleaner a try. Won't do any harm, I suppose. Anyone else have any personal experience in successfully removing the anodizing?

 

[Jim and Jutta]

Knowing that the aluminum window moldings are anondized (sp?) from the factory, is there a way to bring them back to really shine? Thanks.

I've removed all my moldings and stripped them then polished to a great shine. I followed Chucks instructions, it's a lot of work but my labor is cheap and the results are great compared to what they were. I chose not to clear coat them and it's been several months and they still shine.

http://www.7173mustangs.com/thread-any-secret-tips-for-rear-window-molding-installation?page=2&highlight=drip

 

[ponypastor]

I tried the oven cleaner today.Seemed to take off the anodizing. Then put the cloth wheel on the grinder with the red and white bar for polish. The three pieces I began with looked hopeless, frankly. Never thought I'd be able to use them. But I surprised myself. They are almost to the point of looking new. Thanks to all who contributed to this thread. Saved me some $ and enjoyed doing the work as well.

I guess that is what this forum is all about.

 

[mach71351c]

No before and after pics:huh:

 

[marks73]

Some never learn.

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