Detailing my Shift Knob?

[99DC4]

I just bought a new shift knob, and it has a few very, very light scratches, almost like swirl marks. Would it be possible to eliminate these?

The knob is made of Titanium if that makes a difference.

Pic for reference:

http://i1093.photobucket.com/albums/i429/blue8g/IMG_20120130_120644.jpg

[Vegas Transplant]

PM Forrest @ Mother's, if you don't get the answer you desire.

[onlycodered]

Try some Optimum Metal Polish. That stuff has worked wonders for me on pretty much anything metal I've used it on.

[Flash Gordon]

I have no expierence in knob polishing

Best of luck on that


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[Kristopher1129]

Even if you polish it out...I don't think it's gonna be long before it's swirled up again.

[RhetoricMixes]

Something like that i think wouldnt be worth it to polish. If you have a manual then id say live with it, if an automatic go for it!

[Vegas Transplant]

I have no expierence in knob polishing

Best of luck on that


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:laughing: You set yourself up for that one hand. No pun intended. Just a western term.
ps- I doubt that a fine polish would work on titanium. IMO.

[Rix6]

Titanium is hard to polish. I say call some local jewelers and try to find one who has experience polishing titanium and is willing to polish that item for you.

[I Shine]

I have a titanium wedding ring, over the years it has gotten some minor scratches. I have taken it to several jewelers and nobody will polish it.

[mwoolfso]

The problem with Titanium is that it oxidizes fast; what is being scratched is more than likely the oxidized (dull) layer. The scratch is probably not a defect per se.... since removing the oxidized layer would show the true finish of the product. The scratch simply shows you how much oxidation has occurred. Focus on removing the oxidized layer and then add a layer of protection; contact the manufacturer of the product and ask them what will work best.

For the DIY'er.... if the finish is natural, then I suspect a Dremel tool with some finishing pads will probably do wonders (do a test spot close to the threads). Collinite #850 is my vote on the metal polish since it is an inexpensive industrial cleaner/wax.

[Vegas Transplant]

Being relatively new to forums, I was wondering whether threads like these are alter ego type posts. Just curious. Especially being post #1.


Feed back please

[Rix6]

I have a titanium wedding ring, over the years it has gotten some minor scratches. I have taken it to several jewelers and nobody will polish it.Sorry you didn't have any luck. There *are* jewelers who are willing to polish titanium. Screening jewelers by phone is a lot faster than visiting their stores. Plus when you call, they might figure they'll get you in the store by doing this service. Maybe you'll buy something else while you wait, and wait and wait for the polishing job. If you show up, they've already got you in the store. "No, not willing to do that, but could I interest you in something else?" :xyxthumbs:

[donb]

i have no expierence in knob polishing

best of luck on that


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lamo!

[alko]

I have no expierence in knob polishing

Best of luck on that


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[BigBrad]

Lmmfao!!!!