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SATIN FINISH THE LUGS

SAMU2006

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Apart from how to keep that steady those will create a circular pattern.
you're right, I hadn't thought about the problem, maybe 1200 grit rolls like these could be good, but you can't find this type of grit on AliExpress

 

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I was also looking on AliExpress for a 1200 grit sanding block for my Dremel but I couldn't find it...could you kindly tell me where I can buy it?
I don't use sanding blocks bro so IDK. A sanding block is flexible, like a stiff sponge. It is something you use by hand, in repeated strokes across a surface to either apply grains, or polish a surface. In the Manon pictorial, she mentioned using them to polish the flanks, which are the sides of the case.

You could use a sanding block to add grains to the lug tops, similar to the method that @ward1991 described above. Or you could swipe them manually across the lug top similar to how I described doing it. For that task you would need ~600 400 320 grit.

I cannot think of a use for the discs you pictured.
 
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SAMU2006

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I don't use sanding blocks bro so IDK. A sanding block is flexible, like a stiff sponge. It is something you use by hand, in repeated strokes across a surface to either apply grains, or polish a surface. In the Manon pictorial, she mentioned using them to polish the flanks, which are the sides of the case.

You could use a sanding block to add grains to the lug tops, similar to the method that @ward1991 described above. Or you could swipe them manually across the lug top similar to how I described doing it. For that task you would need ~600 400 320 grit.

I cannot think of a use for the discs you pictured.
sorry so when he talks about 1200 what does he use?
 

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Bro you have enough info and suggestions from experts and hobbyists alike. Get some sanding and polishing supplies and do some experimenting on a junk case. Everyone develops their own techniques that work well for them - there is no exact process that works for everyone every time.

 

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Bro you have enough info and suggestions from experts and hobbyists alike. Get some sanding and polishing supplies and do some experimenting on a junk case. Everyone develops their own techniques that work well for them - there is no exact process that works for everyone every time.

thanks for the help
 
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Very nice bro
Thanks buddy! As you said, it takes some practice and time to find the technique which works best for someone. Love this community and you sir, are bringing a lot to the table with your helpful tips and tutorials 👍
 
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Damn. OP got banned lol
Got damn it what a waste of time. scammed us out of polishing information and then got zapped.

You can always kinda tell the type too and if you are getting an angel like kj annoyed by asking the same thing over and over, you are indeed probably a dick.
 
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