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Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 3:55 am
by Hodaka250SL
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
Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 4:38 am
by kc57
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
Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 5:11 am
by Hodaka250SL
Do ya put anything on it after you sand it
Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 5:29 am
by kc57
I use rubbing compound , glaze and wax .
Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Fri Aug 26, 2016 6:40 am
by Bullfrog
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.
Ed
Re: Best way to restore plastic side covers?
Posted: Sun Aug 28, 2016 6:41 am
by viclioce
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