How to Hand Blend the tops of fuel tanks - Evan's Detailing and Polishing

In this video Evan of Evan's detailing and polishing in Chilton, Wisconsin shows how they hand polish those transition points on the tops of tanks and the fronts of tanks. It is a simple 2 step process. First step is Luhmi amglos heavy abrasive hand polish with a cotton terry cloth towel to scrub it clean. Second step is to hit it with time2shine Aluminum Polish from goshineon.com/shop also with a cotton terry applicator pad and cotton terry cloth towel to remove. This process works on any area that you can't get at with a buffer and need to blend.
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[@sik-wit-it5469]

Bro, your videos help me A LOT. I’m a porter and my job decided they wanted me to detail trucks too. Your videos have basically taught me everything I do. lol.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad I can help. Thank you for watching and supporting my channel.

[@markjackson1842]

Dude you make it look so easy.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

After 20 years of practice I better make it look at least a little easy. LOL Plus the product makes a world of difference.

[@mikeschmidt5328]

As always, a great informative video. Keep up the great job and keep the videos coming.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks, will do! I will try to keep producing as much as I can. Thanks for watching.

[@jonathanbonneau3707]

These video's are gold!! keep up the amazing work. :)

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you like them!

[@ronaldsingh2507]

Thanks Evan. Like always, awsome video again.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching bud. Really appreciate it.

[@in2thewild276]

Another great video. I have learned so much from your videos. They keep me motivated on learning new things

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Awesome! Thank you! I am happy that you find my videos helpful. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@darrenhalbert5630]

Great video Evan, keep up the good work

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Appreciate that. Thanks for watching.

[@taggart5061]

Evan, I have learned so much from your how-to videos and have a grest time applying what you have shown, and have tought my self a few do's and do not's, keep up the good work. Have subscribed and do have notifications turned on. Thanks for your hard work on these video's

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

thank you for that. Truly appreciate that.

[@waynedooley9397]

Thanks again.. another great video..thanks for sharing all your knowledge it is appreciated very much

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching them all. Means a lot.

[@MNpicker]

Awesome vid Evan!! You explain it so well👍🏼😀

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you bud. appreciate all the support. Thanks for watching.

[@tannermorrow7393]

That tank turned out awesome! Not surprised tho, you’re work is always phenomenal. Thanks for sharing these tips and all your videos on here and instagram and keeping it simple and real. They really help. You’re the man. Thanks again

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. Thanks for watching.

[@davariomoon190]

keep up the good work evan. work hard at hard. love ur videos.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching.

[@pturner6562]

You are a polish master! I can't believe that tank turned out like a mirror !

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

It is what we do everyday. I've been very fortunate for a long time.

[@dylanmenadue82]

Love your work mate keep up the vids you're reaching as far as Australia. I've learnt a heap watching your vids

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Awesome, thank you! Truly appreciate you guys watching and supporting. Really means a lot.

[@FeedTheCorn]

Can second that, down here in Tasmania, Australia watching this before I have a crack at polishing my freightliner tanks that are looking very ordinary 😬

[@starclassic712]

Very nice! Thanks Evan!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you. I appreciate it.

[@robertkennedy3632]

Thanks Evan 👋,great information

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you liked it!

[@mikemullenax3498]

We have 4 trucks in our fleet. I've been watching you for the last 3 yrs you have taught well. One of these winters I would love to come hang out and take your class

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Welcome anytime. We train all fall and winter.

[@jro2205]

Great Job! Thank you for sharing this vid

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@ES-ii7xn]

Thanks for the great tips. You do an awesome job

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I appreciate it, thanks for watching.

[@adco]

Video turned out great 👍

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Happy you enjoyed it. Thank you

[@bradhamilton3098]

That’s looks great!!!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you.

[@dennisjump7002]

Loved this video. Glad you did this one. I’d like to see you make a video on how to polish the rails on a Reefer trailer.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Next one through the shop I will. Thanks for watching.

[@elipete211]

Another good video, thank you!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@bigmike1865]

You guys are awesome man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you. Appreciate you. Thanks for supporting the channel.

[@codycuster6222]

Nice job evan

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you

[@THE_PIPTHIEF]

Came in clutch 💯

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you bud. Appreciate you watching.

[@efrainberrios8494]

Well explain video Evan!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you.

[@moosey1978]

Awesome video as always. I was gonna swing by your shop but ran out of hours here in fund du loc. Maybe next time

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Welcome to stop by anytime. Thanks for watching.

[@joegardenhire9653]

Excellent video I always learn sumthin

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. Thanks for watching.

[@richardrosejr4440]

Great video, 👍 👌 sir you are a true Artist ,👍👍🙂

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thats nice of you, thanks for watching.

[@stuartpardner7668]

Thanks sweet job 👍👍🇬🇧

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you kindly

[@stanleynarodowiec5282]

Thanks!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you so much for the tip. Truly means a lot. Thank you for helping support the channel.

[@piulapolimentosbrmx6300]

Belriful works

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you.

[@daytonrogers821]

Looks good. Thanks for the video. I detailed 18 wheelers for used truck dep@ PETERBILT Memphis around 02 to 04. Me and a buddy worked there in parts dep warehouse. During day. At night we would do their trade Ins. Loved those days. We made some good money. At first we didn't because the hours we put in just learning on the first few trucks was trial and error. Back in those days we learned a lot from drivers telling us anything. Learned a lot from Caswell buffing and plating. They use to have a written manual on website. Bout cut and color. There was no videos around then that we knew of. I will say this brother, you do an awesome job, and mastered this way more than we ever did. How has business been since the plandemic? Hell I lost my job over it. Thinking about getting in this again. Down here in MS

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. thanks for watching.

[@Zack-dn3kl]

hard job man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

For sure. Thanks for watching.

[@mwhitelaw8569]

KW tanks are tough man Gets pretty tight up top Sweet work man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Yes they are and thank you for watching. Truly appreciate that.

[@stephenwhite5444]

Awesome video/info bro! Hey what grit did you sand too before switching to that hand cutting abrasive?

[@spikedairstudio2888]

Awesome video. Detailing vehicles myself, you should try the Rupes Nano long neck, or the Flex "Pixie" PXE80 for tight spaces. I own both and they can run 1"-3" pads and have a lower profile. They also switch between rotary, 5, and 12mm throw. They might work for blending.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We have tried them and they work ok. But nothing replaces elbow grease in this capacity. I really like to feel what I'm doing and get a good grasp on my pressure. But you bring up a good point. I should make a video on this.

[@markroybal8958]

Great info Evan. How about a video on polishing aluminum diamond plate?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We have a how to polish diamond plate video here on our channel.

[@donalddooley209]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge I used to help out a guy that polishes and you just made me do it better than him

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad I could help. Enjoy. Thanks for watching.

[@tanuki379]

Great job I find if you take off the lights which is only 3 or 4 bolts it just might give you enough room for the buffer instead of the elbow grease

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I don’t like risking snapped bolts. I wouldn’t make it as a mechanic.

[@nightryder16]

Wow man! You're a professional when it comes to this stuff.. I'm in the process of buying an old peterbilt. You can tell the tanks were polished at some point but I want to bring them back to this type of finish.. Not sure if there is a place in my area that does this kind of work.. I would try myself but I'm scared I would screw it up lol.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Where are you located? I’ll try to help you find someone in your area.

[@nightryder16]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing the closest big city to me would be shreveport Louisiana

[@bigbear5510]

Great video, thanks for sharing! Excellent job blending the top of the tank! I could tell the difference but I'm watching full screen on my 17" laptop. I know why it doesn't look so good on camera, it's because the reflection of the tank is the ugly side of the truck.😉😉😊😎 That's about the same method I used hand polishing my tanks back in the day, I just worked a small area at a time & did one coat on the whole tank at a time. I just used different products. Everybody said that the polish they were using was the best but we're talking about truck drivers. Do you know the difference between a fairy tail & a truck drivers story? A fairy tail starts off, Once apon a time... Truck drivers story starts off, You're never going to believe this...

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

LOL I love trucker stories. They are my favorite. Thanks for watching and commenting. Truly appreciate that.

[@matthewpolishing7294]

If you go slow enough with rotary to keep your rotary marks tight use interface pad extra thick and and make sure to keep your pad flat on the marks to smooth it put at the end you don't need to use a da to finish the cut out that is when finishing with 600 grit

[@crtz3924]

Great video Evan. Have you ever tried white polishing suits before? I’m wondering your opinion on them.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Yes I have. I'm not a fan of the added expense. I don't mind getting dirty everyday.

[@masonriddel386]

Hey Evan you should do a video on how to polish the flat faced ends on a tank,would be awesome and very helpful😀

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I'm working on it. Just can't get the editing down.

[@gunsnsails]

I have so many questions! I'm a detailer. I was recently asked to detail a heavy equipment hauler. The owner/operator typically takes his trucks a few hours away for full detailing and metal polishing but he was on a time crunch due to a fellow trucker's funeral in a few days. I told him I was up for the challenge and took the truck home. I had absolutely no idea what I was up against and failed miserably. But this client being the most down to earth guy was still very happy at how shiny I got the metal without a proper polishing kit. I did not charge him for my time spent failing but asked him if I could get some redemption after I research a bit. So, here I am on KZbin. Would you have time to chat with me sometime to discuss the ins and outs of a project like this? I don't think big rigs will be something I advertise for but this particular client is one of the coolest I've met and I'd like to do his trucks on a regular basis. I just want to do it right and up to his expectations.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I apologize for that late response. If you are still needing assistance reach out to [e-mail]

[@mikem.6846]

What do you use to remove the dark diesel stains, when you're restoring the gas tanks?

[@taloncinkovich78]

Hey have you ever tried using shark hide after you have polished it?

[@MongoKustoms_aka_Jayson]

Evan, thanks for the wealth of knowledge and nuggets! Question: do you charge separate prices for the truck polishing/detail vs the tanks? I polished/detailed my neighbors semi, minus the tanks. My instructor recommended because the surface area of the semi truck $500. I did it for $400 because he's my neighbor. Fair, too high or too low? I'm retired Army and going through a autobody collision and repair course for my new career. I started doing side work in my rural area. I did try to wash the tanks (no experience). I washed them first and tried my most course pad. After seeing your other videos I realized they needed to be sanded. Thanks again! Jayson

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Your price is your price. As long as you feel like the time you spent is worth the money you made after paying for your supplies and taxes then you are good. To me that is really cheap but my shop has a lot more overhead and I'm getting to old to keep doing this forever. LOL. But you are spot on for where I was when I started. Thank you for your service in the military. I truly thank you for your service. Without people like yourself we wouldn't have the great freedoms that we have. I do charge everything we do by the piece. Check out my how to price your polishing video I have here on my channel.

[@toraboy_tv]

Unlike Japan, foreign tracks are big and cool. It's surprising that the fuel tank is so big. It's great that it's sparkling.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you for watching. I love seeing the trucks from over there too. Very different.

[@kp__truckin]

That’s right When in doubt.... buff it out lol ✌🏻👍👍👍🚛💨💨

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Elbow grease almost always wins.

[@suzycroteau4548]

So what did you use to sand it prior And what grit do you think lumi would be Thanks Szq down under

[@danielshepherd1709]

When u used the aluminum heavy polish u did that just after sanding and before u did your primary cut. The second part of the video did u colour and then use the time to shine after to eliminate blend lines ?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Yes exactly right. Thanks for watching. Great eye.

[@shawngraham2946]

👍👍

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you bud.

[@ShowseeTravels]

👍

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for watching.

[@porkchop803scwilliams9]

I need to get your polish

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We've been getting great feedback for sure.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

IF YOU NEED TO CLEAN RIMS BEFORE SAND AND POLISH INSTEAD OF ACID YOU CAN USE THE BLUE DAWN SOAP

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks bud!

[@garywilton4218]

Have always been a little leery of sanding, I've always done a 3 step buff. Any advice for a sanding beginner?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Practice on something that doesn't matter first and don't go deeper than you need to. That is my best advice.

[@carsondavis9675]

You said you have an amazon. Do you sell through amazon or did you mean your own account? Also where do you find the foam backing pads for the DA sander?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I have an amazon associates link in my descriptions in my videos for recommended products from me. The foam pads we sell on goshineon.com/shop. Thanks for watching.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

When i do the hand polish i use rebel red

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

To each their own. I don't use rebel products anymore.

[@kleevrgaming5720]

Hey Evan, can I use a rotary or buffer to apply liquid polish where a buff can’t fit? Thank you

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You can.

[@DLSWV]

👍😉

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for watching.

[@may_laytrucker3127]

My friend how much do you charge ,6 wheels and 2 fuel tanks 100 gallon ,also bumper and 2 rear wheel cover ?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I charge by the piece depending on how rough it is and how much work I need to do to it. If you are looking for an estimate text me pics of what you are working on and I'll gladly get you an estimate.

[@mresch8]

How long will the tank stay like this, say in summer Florida heat?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

All depends on what you are running through and how well you maintain it after polish. If you run in mud or clay or rain all that time and don't wipe it it might not last. But if you keep it clean and on the pavement I know guys getting the polish to last years.

[@georgehixon3944]

How much of a wait to get a truck in to get polished up

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Always a few weeks to a month out.

[@markbutler6539]

As much time as yer putting into polishing this tank , it would be much easier and quicker to put some 3 ott steel wool on yer nifty thrifty car buffer and go to town, you’ll end up with a mirror finish !

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I have never seen 3ott achieve a nice finish let alone a mirror finish. But everybody has their own way. Thanks for watching.

[@mauricesimmons8545]

Thanks. We just did some tanks that blending is tricky. How can we buy you product

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

blending always takes time. goshineon.com/shop is where we sell all of our products.

[@arsenioplaza290]

I did a rim and it looks good but is like cloudy you know how can I fix that

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Clouds can come from a multitude of different reasons. Send me a pic and I'll help walk you through how to fix it.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Text to my cell. 9209790386

[@bebeti9408]

bro why didnt you polish that tank strap with that surface rust bummer , I hate doing thos little ones with rubber that wraps around them iam curious how you do it cheer

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

This was just a work truck touch up. Didn't want the stainless polished. I only do it if its being paid for.

[@craigrichardson7933]

Can you use the Luhmi on wheels that are in decent shape without sanding??

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Sure can. I would recommend not sanding if using hand polishes. It is a ton of work to bring it back if you sand it.

[@craigrichardson7933]

Thanks Evan I appreciate it. Will definitely be ordering this week

[@6697JORDAN]

When can I buy the luhmi... I’ve been trying for the past 4 months😂

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Hoping this week. It’s been stuck in customs 2 months now.

[@mikemullenax3498]

Was wondering the same thing!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Sorry guys. With all the covid stuff going on in customs everything has been taking forever. It's brutal.

[@muhamadarifhabib9029]

Can i buy from u. I'm from Malaysia

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

What the name of audio music in this video

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Not sure to be honest.

[@jeremywingard8884]

Wheres the link for the lumi

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com/shop metal polishing tab or all products tab.

[@markhutchinson4222]

Why does a microfiber scratch worse I thought it was a finer material

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I'll be doing a video soon on this and why. Thank you for the question. Truly appreciate you watching.

[@gavinvarvel3689]

Hey Evan is rebel polishing stuff good

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I don’t use it anymore.

[@gavinvarvel3689]

That's what I use

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Cool

[@gavinvarvel3689]

Do you upload videos on Facebook

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

@@gavinvarvel3689 Not very often. I share these videos to facebook.

[@TJ-kx4bi]

Has the luhmi come in yet

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Hoping this week. Been stuck in customs from COVID.

[@TJ-kx4bi]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing I used the same steps on a peterbuilt few weeks ago. Elbow grease and patience

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

That’s half of polishing. Patience. Thanks for watching.

[@traphousetrucking7377]

Where’s the link to your products. I would like to purchase some

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com/shop. Thanks for supporting.

[@frankiedelgado3863]

Where can I get the products ???

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Goshineon.Com/shop carries everything I use.

[@frankiedelgado3863]

what is the product number

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Goshineon.Com/shop we don’t have numbers.

[@philsmith3918]

At the start of the video I thought you must have polished the tank with your head ......

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Lol. It’s a dirty job for sure.

[@victorpolimentossp-330post7]

Ver se você ajeita para mim ir para trabalha com você o meu sonho é ir para aí te conhecer

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

se voce se encontrar na area parar em um check-out da loja.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

I DON'T USE ADID IS BAD FOR ALUMINUM

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you. Check out my other video regarding the use of acid and why we prefer to not use it.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

You don't have to polish that fuel tank you can just watch family guy

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

LOL

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

Polishing is not easy

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Definitely isn't.

[@bluedolphin5792]

What in the hell is on your face?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Metal polishing dust. LOL

[@Stan84373]

First thing i noticed

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

@@Stan84373 I don't even notice it anymore. 20 years of getting dirty and I don't even think about it until someone points at me in a store.

[@Stan84373]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing enjoyed the video either way clean or dirty

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

@@Stan84373 Appreciate that. Thank you.