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Restoring old black knobs.
Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the
original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm |
Restoring old black knobs.
"w5kcm" wrote in message ... Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm Hi Randy, I have used repeated applications of motor oil on my Collins bakelite knobs. Dale W4OP |
Restoring old black knobs.
On Apr 24, 6:28*pm, "Dale Parfitt" wrote:
"w5kcm" wrote in message ... Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm Hi Randy, I have used repeated applications of motor oil on my Collins bakelite knobs. Dale W4OP |
Restoring old black knobs.
On Apr 24, 6:28*pm, "Dale Parfitt" wrote:
"w5kcm" wrote in message ... Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm Hi Randy, I have used repeated applications of motor oil on my Collins bakelite knobs. Dale W4OP Hi Randy, I have used Amorall successfully to bring back the luster on both knobs and black wrinkle finishes. KF6KXG Mike |
Restoring old black knobs.
w5kcm wrote:
Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm I use a buffing wheel and jewelers rouge. After buffing, you may use automotive wax for a nice shine. Dave K8MN |
Restoring old black knobs.
w5kcm wrote:
Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm The problem is that the surface gets etched, and you need the surface to be smoothed out. Green jeweler's rouge on a rag and a little elbow grease will do wonders. I tried toothpaste... it is too fine. Just takes forever. Might be okay to use toothpaste with a buffing wheel but definitely not by hand. --scott -- "C'est un Nagra. C'est suisse, et tres, tres precis." |
Restoring old black knobs.
On Apr 24, 2:49*pm, w5kcm wrote:
Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm Several very good ideas. I will give them a try. Thanks to everyone & 73, Randy, W5KCM |
Restoring old black knobs.
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w5kcm wrote: Several very good ideas. I will give them a try. Thanks to everyone & 73, Randy, W5KCM The "official" stuff here on Airstrip One, is called "Paste, Polishing, No.5" and originally used by the GPO for cleaning Bakelite telephones. It's also sold commercially as "Bake-O-Brite" ore somesuch, and can usually be found on eBay. Basically it's a wax polish with a mild abrasive added. Chris. -- You have reached Ritual Sacrifice. For goats, press 1 or say "Goats" |
Restoring old black knobs.
Please don't use motor oil, WD-40, Armorall, wax, etc. Those are temporary
coatings which must be reapplied and actually attract dirt over time. Use Novus Plastic Polish #2 and a soft toothbrush, followed by brisk rubbing with a soft rag. The shine will last forever. Available from many online suppliers, such as Antique Electronic Supply, http://www.tubesandmore.com/ . I have used #2 to polish hundreds of radio dials, knobs, bezels, etc. Don't use #3 -- too abrasive for most situations. I also don't have much use for #1, which is more of a protectant for something that's already shiny (and could be cleaned up just as well with mild soapy water or Windex). If you clean and polish the knobs correctly, there is no reason to spray them with any sort of new coating. The knobs were not sprayed with stuff when the radio left the factory. Phil Nelson Phil's Old Radios http://antiqueradio.org/index.html |
Restoring old black knobs.
w5kcm wrote:
Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm I'm currently using McGuire's Mirror Glaze 9, "professional swirl remover 2.0". It does the job and provides a permanent finish and is easy to find. |
Restoring old black knobs.
On May 1, 3:48*am, K3HVG wrote:
w5kcm wrote: Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm I'm currently using McGuire's Mirror Glaze 9, "professional swirl remover 2.0". *It does the job and provides a permanent finish and is easy to find. I use a buffing wheel, but run it with a variac at lower RPM's so as not to burn the knobs/plastics, etc. I just use the white buffing stick for rouge and it really brings stuff upto a really nice shine. Of course I have two buffing wheels, one for plastics and the other for metals, never use the metal one on plastics! Tim |
Restoring old black knobs.
On May 2, 2:36*pm, TimBob wrote:
On May 1, 3:48*am, K3HVG wrote: w5kcm wrote: Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm I'm currently using McGuire's Mirror Glaze 9, "professional swirl remover 2.0". *It does the job and provides a permanent finish and is easy to find. I use a buffing wheel, but run it with a variac at lower RPM's so as not to burn the knobs/plastics, etc. I just use the white buffing stick for rouge and it really brings stuff upto a really nice shine. Of course I have two buffing wheels, one for plastics and the other for metals, never use the metal one on plastics! Tim Thanks for all the great ideas. I am going to order the Novus Plastic Polish #2 from Antique Electronic Supply. That seems to do a great job for a lot of different plastic items. I will give that a try on the bakelite knobs. 73, Randy, W5KCM |
Restoring old black knobs.
Hello Randy
Have had good results with gloss black two pack automotive paint such as Acran. It is a bit expensive here but seems to be both good looking and wear resistant. Have also used it with many coats to replace that plastic dip that is used on aircraft control yolks 73 George VK2FF "w5kcm" wrote in message ... Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm |
Restoring old black knobs.
George McLeod wrote: Hello Randy Have had good results with gloss black two pack automotive paint such as Acran. It is a bit expensive here but seems to be both good looking and wear resistant. Have also used it with many coats to replace that plastic dip that is used on aircraft control yolks 73 George VK2FF "w5kcm" wrote in message ... Anyone have some ideas on restoring some old black knobs to the original glossy finish? These are the black knobs possibly made from bakelite? used on the HQ-170 receiver and many other old boatanchor type equipment. I have a couple of the knobs on my old AT-1 that have gone dull and I would like to return them to the nice glossy finish? Thought about cleaning them real well and then spraying them with some type of clear glossy finish? Possibly there is a better idea out there. Thanks & 73, Randy, w5kcm I just polished some up with the plastic polish and it really came out nice, maybe a little too nice. It looks like a brand new knob on 50 year old equipment. I would like something that gets the dirt off but leaves a little age. Jimmie |
Restoring old black knobs.
On Sun, 18 May 2008 17:40:44 -0700 (PDT), wrote:
I just polished some up with the plastic polish and it really came out nice, maybe a little too nice. It looks like a brand new knob on 50 year old equipment. I would like something that gets the dirt off but leaves a little age. Jimmie For all my old equipment, I remove the knobs and any screws, then give them a good cleaning with a tooth brush in warm, soapy water. I use a mild liquid soap like used to wash cars. They come out very nice without being "too nice." Dick ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com ** |
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