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monty0
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Initially Posted - 05/04/2008 :  22:02:00  Show Profile
Anyone have any advice on cleaning up aluminum window frames. We've taken all our windows out to reseal with the CD kit. This is probably the first time this has been done on our tired vintage 1977 model.

We've been going at the oxidation with razor blades, acetone, old scrubbies, and a popsicle stick. I've recently read a piece that recommended a cream of tarter and vinegar mix. Rhubarb stalks as well were recommended.

Anything else?
Monty

1977 Catalina 25 #66 SRSK "Prana"
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Dave5041
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Response Posted - 05/04/2008 :  22:24:25  Show Profile
cream of tatar is a mild abrasive, vinegar a mild acid. CLR for a start (buffered acid), then mild abrasive/polishing compound or equivalent.
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Alyssa
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Response Posted - 05/04/2008 :  22:26:20  Show Profile
I'm gonna be trying the same thing this weekend, so I'm glad you asked. Hope everyone gives good suggestions!
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Response Posted - 05/06/2008 :  18:59:25  Show Profile
try using something called flitz, I use it, or should say used it to polish the aluminum on my motorcycles years ago, it worked great, also any product for polishing aluminum will work as well
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