Adding Bling - buffing the gear

[inzersv]

I just tried to call Grove, but they close at 1600 Pacific Time. I will call in the morning and let everyone know what I find out. I don't want to paint mine.

[szicree]

Thanks John. I just figured they'd have done it at least a few times to show off their product.

[Esser]

This article may help you out John
http://www.russellw.com/planes/ryan/polishing.htm

[War Eagle]

I used an air sander and 400 grit wet/dry paper, then I went to 600 grit and got all the swirls out of the gear. Then I used Flitz Aluminum polish to get the shine.Probably put about 10+ hours behind the air sander and about 4 hours with the Flitz.Without some power tools the job would be a killer.