How to sand Aluminum?

Evan from Evan's detailing and polishing breaks down two different methods on how to sand aluminum. Both rotary and da or orbital method are shown in this video on both aluminum wheels and aluminum tanks. These sanding methods will also work well on stainless steel but lubrication should be used on stainless to prevent the breakdown of the sandpaper. Hope you find this video helpful and hope you check out more of our great videos.
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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. If you ever need anything just ask.

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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Keep hustling. Pride in your ride is the name of the game. Thanks for watching.

[@cofox9]

Awesome videos. Tons of detail. Really helpful for guys (like me) getting into polishing

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. Thanks for watching.

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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I am truly happy that you have found my videos helpful. Thank you for watching them and taking time to comment.

[@timamyett]

I had to buy some very pitted aluminum semi wheels because new ones that would fit were outrageous. These tutorials have helped me make them look like a million bucks ....thanks so much!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

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[@georgegeorgepht]

I just did a junk yard wheel today to practice. I used a da and started at 80 grit! After I acid washed the wheel. Worked it all the way to 220. Then heavy cut and then polish. Took 4 hours for both sides of one wheel. After seeing this, I need to get the orbital sander. Looks like it took way more off way faster then the DA. The heavy pitting on the bolt holes took forever. Thanks for sharing sir. U make it look easy.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for watching. Hope my videos help.

[@richardweyland116]

Nice job. Excellent tutorial.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you like them! Thank you for watching.

[@duanesw9garage884]

Great Video, Thanks for Teaching us.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. Thank you for watching.

[@deepsouthtrucker4203]

This was the perfect video well detailed on the Da and Rotary

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you. Appreciate you watching

[@godfirst9292]

Awesome content brother, god bless you for all of your schooling

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you, I truly appreciate it. I enjoy being able to help others. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@steverone7623]

Appreciate the videos and tips also love using those extension cord clamps for keeping my cords nice and tight I do the same thing take as much cord as needed and keep the clamp on the remainder

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You bet. It's the little things in life that make life great.

[@capeman10]

Thank for your expertise and time.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching.

[@felipecortez3071]

Wow just plain and simple video you explained it in such apples and pears couldn't get any simpler than this definitely you're the best I've seen out here in YT and thanks to you i now know how to sand and polish keep up the awesome work and god bless!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you so much. I appreciate your kind words and I am truly happy to hear that the videos are helpful.

[@famousmoon]

You have to be careful sanding aluminum, aluminum dust is extremely flammable if it mixes with other metals and water it will start a fire and a small confined space can such a a trash can or even a small room can potentially just be a bomb

[@kameroncousins2093]

Amazing video. Now a follower. Looks like I've got another detailing skill to learn. 🤟

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Awesome, thank you! Truly appreciate you watching and supporting.

[@JasonSmith-vd1sz]

You do such nice work! It’s absolutely fascinating to watch a master at his trade.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad you think so! LOL I'm still learning all the time. Thanks for watching and commenting. Appreciate it.

[@treetop5752]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing that is why you're the MASTER, never afraid to learn

[@drmarkcarz]

Great job showing and thanks

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you for watching.

[@datsunking6229]

The real Down N' Dirty.. Thanks Boi!!! Super Important Information

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you. Much appreciated. I try to be as informative as possible.

[@MCRUE78]

Love the videos and I’m learning a lot

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you for watching and commenting. Appreciate that.

[@traingp7]

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[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I could get you one made lol we print our own apparel in our shop. If you want anything checkout out goshineon.com website or email [e-mail]

[@BX0207]

Thanks so much... very clear and precise..

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You're welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@bigal7561]

Just found your channel and subbed. Well done. I'm restoring a 75 Honda 360T with pitted chrome and runs on the alum. Been using 0000 on the alum and chrome that has surface rust and I'm just getting the chrome down to a beautiful shine and polish. The lower fork's on the bike and the engine fins, I'm using a drill with compound and a grinding (cloth) wheel. I'd like to use my Makita but never have tried it. Enjoy your post

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. Hope your project went or is going well.

[@tylerrobertson352]

Thanks for the video great info and what do you recommend using for a the setting on orbital sander wide open or on a lower setting?

[@bradholstiene6728]

Great videos as I'm polishing our black company pete and right know it looks great but this will help take it to the next level

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You'll do great. Take your time and be patient and you will do fantastic. Good luck and if you ever need anything don't hesitate to ask.

[@yuriskingflyp]

Very helpful thanks!!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RenewTheRWandBlue]

Thank you so much Evan, learning a ton!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Happy to hear that! And I am glad to help anytime.

[@corymurray9379]

Man I wish it wasnt so far me to drive I would love to take a crack and your training course I've been polishing for several years now but always always love learning new trick and tip thanks for the videos

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Maybe one day!

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Thanks for sharing. Be nice to have a booth with downdraft to pull dust away from work. Much like a paint booth. Take care.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for the suggestion and for watching. We do have a filter system.

[@drumfanatik316]

Great video! My question is this. I have a snare drum made of aluminum I want to smooth and polish. The problem is it has chrome plating on it that is pitting and peeling off. It looks really bad. Any suggestions on how to remove the chrome plating so I can polish the aluminum underneath???

[@michaelpuente3352]

Hey Evan what rpm do u recommend for the rotary for sanding?

[@louiesalta5114]

Hi Evan, what is the speed of the rotary polisher? Are you also adding pressure? So we need to tilt the disc and polish? Thank you!

[@richardcorbett5136]

Very Helpful thanks

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

glad to help. Thanks for watching.

[@johnsaw8617]

Thanks a lot for sharing this very helpful video, it shows you are so professional , you make it look easy ,. I just started doing this kind of work it's not easy but your video help very much ,just one thing I would like to point out , please teach us all your viewers to wear dust mask, thanks sir.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Yeah my old videos have it and my new videos. Very important.

[@elipete211]

Good stuff!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you

[@BennettT9]

Good work man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Appreciate it

[@alexisbog138]

Hi, I am learning a lot. I think this rotary machine is effective because it can perform surface treatment quickly. and the DA machine is more suitable for finishing. It is interesting that the processing effect greatly differs depending on how the machine is used.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

That is exactly correct. Thanks for watching and paying attention.

[@MNpicker]

Good stuff 😎👍🏼

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you for watching.

[@548raptor]

Thanks. Very informational… Q: Is the polisher rotary or DA?

[@nickallen4344]

Ever do tool boxes? Is it difficult to try and sand in between the crevices on diamond plate?

[@edwardlocke874]

Great stuff thank you ! Can you list the sand paper you use and where to purchase it please. I dont see it in your store.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com we carry all the grits and sandpaper we use.

[@jeremiahfisher6994]

Another great video had to watch gotta super ugly w900 to do tomorrow will post pics to Facebook!

[@ZombiePotatoSalad]

Pics or it didn't happen.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You got this bud. No worries.

[@jeremiahfisher6994]

They were on Facebook lol

[@carlosgarza6898]

Hello thank you Im starting againg and have two of those to do tommorow ! I just need to get me a small grinder and that sand paper!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Hope everything turned out, sorry for the late response.

[@TheBigOrangePumpkin]

I love the way you do thinks and I learning allot I think I'm ready for my rig I will sent you the link I helpmi do good job

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Awesome thank you!

[@prestonmccracken3207]

Hey Evan, awesome videos man. Are both rotary and da both using 5" pads and paper? Thank you

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Yes they are! I find 5" leaves less waste.

[@frandrescher1526]

Hey Evan! Are you using 5 inch discs on your rotary? What backing pad are you using?...it has a nice flex I see. Thanks in advance

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Please check the description on the video for this information. Thanks for watching!

[@scotelliott8577]

So what brand sandpaper do you use? Very informative video. Thanks Evan

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We sell what we use on goshineon.com. But Mirka makes the blend that we use. It isn't something you can just get off the counter.

[@MrScottyp636]

Where can I find the sanding pad that you are using on the rotary ? That is the ga7021 grinder, correct ?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com/shop has the backing pads.

[@miasmaro98]

Evan what RPM you prefer to run the rotary at?

[@TheHaynzhaus]

What speed are you using on the rotary machine?

[@jdisdetermined]

Have you ever tried forced rotation/gear driven dual action? Like a Flex 3401 or Rotex? What are your thoughts on it for metal sanding? Thanks for the video, metal polishing is hard dirty work. You guys earn every dollar. I do more paint correction, but I polish the odd wheel, toolbox, etc.. I bought a Renegade metal kit and its worked well, the end result is very satisfying, but its a workout! 👍👌✌

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I've tried it and don't like it. But that is a personal preference. I know many that use them and love em. I just don't like the pattern it leaves.

[@jdisdetermined]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing gotcha, thanks!

[@salcorso689]

Do you ever use a interference pad between the paper and backing plate? Just curious if it would float over the defects vs knocking them down. Thank you for your time.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I don't. I'm not a big fan of the interface pad and the finish it leaves. But I do know many people that use them and they do a great job. It is just my personal preference not to use it.

[@dustin3700]

If you have heavy pitting or alot of material to knock off then you want the pad alone if you have say a heavy contour or rounded piece it helps to have some give.

[@jaydenviera2223]

What rpm are you spinning the rotary?

[@edstoro3883]

What sort of tracks are visible after either method. After buffing process can one see any sanding marks, especially with the rotary method? Thanks. (I'm talking eyeball at 6")

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Not sure what you mean.

[@thedumptruckdiaries1059]

Hey Evan! I have a question for you unrelated to this video! I’m not sure how to send you a email, but I just purchased a Makita 9237c. The variable speed polisher. When I put my airways on, they scrape against the grinder, I need an extension like you have on your Dewalt variable in a previous video. Where do you get these extensions? I can’t seem to find one. Thank you for your great videos! I’ve learnt so much from you and appreciate each one! Thanks, James

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com/shop has arbor extensions. Thank you for watching the videos.

[@chrisrigsby8935]

So what grit do you recommend starting out with?

[@auknix]

Can you comment on the Alcoa coating on these wheels ? Can I cut and polish the coating they use or do I need to sand the coating off ? These are 5 yr old never polished before and pretty dull. If you're sanding off the coating, what grit are you using ? Ive experimented with 150grit on a DA/orbital and it's not effective. Polishing the coating turns it yellow from the heat.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You have to sand the coating off. You can't just buff it. It will burn and turn black. Check out my video on how to sand and polish a durabrite. That should help answer a lot of your questions.

[@auknix]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing hey thanks a bunch !

[@rolandodelatorre9160]

Quick question. What do you use to protect your final finish, after your final step with an airway?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

The compound is filled with greases and waxes. The compound seals it up.

[@rolandodelatorre9160]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing thanks for the response. I usually go back over it with your liquid heavy cut compound. Am I doing to much or being to cautious? This Utah weather really tends to beat up the aluminum.

[@FerrisTuellersDayOff]

Are you using a makita grinder with a sanding pad on it? Or a orbital sander?

[@lindenpilkington6364]

If I had to choose the best tool I think I’d have to go for the rotary , I think the cut is better than the DA method ?? Just my opinion Thanks for the video great work thanks from England

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Rotary for sure cuts deeper without a doubt. But sometimes finesse is key. Just my opinion. Thank you for the killer comment. Appreciate the support on my channel.

[@carlosgarza6898]

Thank you!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you for watching.

[@MsSonofmacca]

What speed did you have the grinder on? 1-7 i think most are that are 7" ones

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

3 or 4 for speed.

[@danhishon6693]

Hi Evan. What scotcbrite wheel do you use to take off clear coat on aluminum?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You can find them on our site at www.goshineon.com

[@Dimitrioswtf]

Is it possible to sand too much? If you used too low of a sand like a 150,200 ? Would you have to do that to the whole wheel to make it even ?

[@samthomas808]

What are the model numbers of the tools you use,thank you. I am new I want to go 7 in 3500 to start

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Links are in the description. Every tool we use is linked in the show more section. Thanks for watching.

[@user-yi8pf8on6w]

?? How much pressure are you applying on the DA sander?? Thanks!!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

medium to moderate pressure.

[@centraltexasshine9722]

Quick question what do you run that makita DA at RPM wise?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Half speed.

[@MsSonofmacca]

what speed setting like number wise on the grinder for sanding the tank? thanks heaps

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I usually run around 2200 rpm. Not sure where that matches with your speed setting but just a personal preference thing.

[@ch13f24]

Hey man, if you had access to a sand blaster, would that work? Or should we just stick to those power tools and your technique?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Sand blasting makes the metal really hot and in my opinion it makes it really tough to polish. It is almost like it burns the metal. I avoid sand blasted parts.

[@crazycajundiver]

Do you wet sand? I’m just starting to do pontoons on boats and I am hearing I should wet sand then cut then polish.

[@3183324]

On DEWALT DWP849X variable speed polisher what will be the rpm for sanding?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Same speed. 1400-2200.

[@RafaelJimenez-hz9gu]

Sir, after you sand the aluminum do you put something on it ? I ask because the front forks tubes on my motorcycle looks like your rim. I want to grind it off and then what leave it smooth as is? thank you

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

After I sand it I buff it with my 2 step aluminum buff setup.

[@nickhildabridle1612]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing Do you show that 2 step process anywhere?

[@LuisRamos-ut9mh]

good day .. I have problem to achieve a final mirror finish I am polishing in the tank but it is cloudy, what do you recommend me to do ... I am applying 3 steps with a yellow, violet and white pro 40 wheel

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I'm not familiar with the zephyr stuff but send pics to my phone and I will try to get you in the right direction. I would have to see what the cloudy looks like to be able to tell you a solution to fix it.

[@ivanvracun3746]

Can i use rotary for sanding to extra fine like a P2000 sand paper and then polishing?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You surely can. Everyone has their own way.

[@chrishawley3087]

What do you recommend to take off clear on aluminum wheels?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Sadly that clear has to be sanded off. Check out my how to strip and repolish a durabrite video. That will give you the best info. We do sell the sanding discs and all the stuff mentioned in that video on goshineon.com We actually have a strip and repolish a durabrite kit on our website also. Thank you for the kind words and for getting our product info out there. Truly appreciate that.

[@dangonz2897]

At what rpm r u doing it with the rotary

[@keithzastrow]

Getting ready to use my rotary sander on my pontoon boat. Wish me luck lol.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Hope it worked out for you!

[@josepholson1523]

Can you tell me a good electric DA to purchase like the one you’re using and is it a 5 or 6in? Thank you!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Check out the description! You can find the information there. Thanks for watching.

[@michaelglenn2468]

Is sanding necessary for just oxidation? What would happen if you used an orange wheel and brown compound from the start? I'm doing an old pontoon boat and want the toons shiny but not taking it to a show.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I always try to buff without sanding. I only sand when necessary. I try to avoid sanding at all costs. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching.

[@user-yi8pf8on6w]

I'm doing the exact same thing, this answers ALL my prayers and gonna save 2 days!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼 👊🏼

[@michaelglenn2468]

@@user-yi8pf8on6w well I found that sanding is totally necessary with bad oxidation and probly the most important step. Just gotta be really careful with grit.

[@user-yi8pf8on6w]

@@michaelglenn2468 got it. I'll do a test section with and without, it's a 1994 so I bet I'll have to sand at least one pass, 320 probably what I'll use. Thanks, y'all have a safe summer!!

[@Arizona9001]

Would you cover cast aluminum parts? I have some engine parts I’d like to shine up at home. Thank you and best wishes.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I will be in the near future.

[@kayleuran830]

Curious as to what rpm you are running and what model grinder

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I have all the links in my descriptions but I personally run Makita 6,000 rpm.

[@Devast8r34]

Thank you

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you.

[@Devast8r34]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing 😎🤘

[@JohnDoe-nn9jv]

Great videos, first time viewer asnd new subscriber. Question, I am replacing my painted 22.5 with some new aluminum ones and I am curious if you have any recommendations for protecting the inner polished sides? Thanks.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

What do you mean?

[@speedracer3033]

Sorry I meant what are your suggestions for protecting the polished inner sides of the wheels when they're so hard to reach.

[@johnsobel4409]

what do you think of semi chrome polish?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

To each their own I would say. I use my own Time2Shine products. Thanks for watching.

[@noladronelife_6574]

What about drive wheels?Do you have a video using the same process on drive wheels?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I don't sand drive wheels on the truck. Only off but this winter I will do a how to sand a wheel video on here.

[@somalia5019]

New subscribed from Somalia

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you, truly appreciate the support!

[@christinebridges5700]

DIYer here. Want to shine my (extremely oxidized) aluminum boat. Would you recommend either of these tools and methods over another, or neither?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Boats are usually pretty thin. Unless you mean a pontoon. If it is a thin side boat then I recommend just doing a da. Lowest grit gets it smooth and the other grits working up make it polishable. If it is a pontoon then you can just do these steps from the video. Thanks for watching and supporting.

[@christinebridges5700]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing Thank you.

[@franklinvaughn1595]

What is the best rpm to sand using a rotary?

[@rogerhege6645]

Do you hold the rotary flat?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I hold it up on the right edge. Great question. thanks for watching.

[@Smurfatnz]

What speed are you running the rotary at

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

1800-2200 rpm

[@davepearce3255]

Can you sand out scratches to blend in with the existing area

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

In most instances yes. Sometimes in extreme conditions no. Great question.

[@mojtabaabedin2327]

what kind of sandpaper do you use for Aluminum? some people use silicon carbide sand paper for aluminum. They say avoid using the aluminum-oxide sandpaper on Aluminum itself. What do you use on Aluminum?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I use aluminum oxide and had great results.

[@joemullin1405]

What speed do you run the rotary at?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Usually 1800-2200 rpm depending on the grit and what I'm working on.

[@joseHernandez-uu2cx]

What speed u sand on?

[@Jajouli]

Do you need to worry about the aluminum dust?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Absolutely. Aluminum dust is hazardous to your health.

[@carloslaguna8361]

What brand sand paper do you use?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I use goshineon.com/shop

[@cccinc.3263]

I sanded my Pete front grill. 320,400,600 and after cut and polish still have sand swirls. What did I do wrong ?. Sanded with a Makita Da

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Likely moved to fast with the sander or didn't wear the paper in or got something stuck in the paper.

[@jimlahey5354]

What sanding pads are you using?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com we sell the rotary pads we use.

[@ctfinneman]

What are the speed specs on the orbital sander?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Not sure to be honest.

[@3Wheels1Block]

I'll be honest... that wheel looked like garbage at the beginning... I would have chucked it. This now it going to have me looking for vintage wheels to restore. Thanks man👍 Very informative on the process of using a 400 then a 220 depending on the sanding device. Would you consider doing a training course DVD or media version for those of us that are in the southern or western US?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I’ve thought about it only issue is if I sell one dvd what stops anyone from ripping it and posting it? No way to protect the content.

[@3Wheels1Block]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing I understand, it can be hard to capture that.