Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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Hodaka250SL
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Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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I need help with restoring my side covers for my 250sl. Since I can't find new or even find ones that are in decent shape
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Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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I have the best luck with wet sanding. I start with 220 and work my way up to 600 or 1000 grit. Here are before and after pics
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Hodaka250SL
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Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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Do ya put anything on it after you sand it
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Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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I use rubbing compound , glaze and wax .
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Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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Lee Fabry recommended MopNGlo as the final finish for detailed vintage plastic parts at a Hodaka Days seminar a few years ago. Just follow the the instructions on the bottle.
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Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?

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MopNGlow, eh? I'm going to try that in my tail light! I sanded the glue smooth from the crack with 1000 grit. Maybe the MNG will bring back the shine! ; D Victor

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