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Old 10-21-2016, 01:20 AM   #6
Blue/72
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Re: Ideas for polishing my Steering Wheel ?

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As I understand it, you can sand using light grit sand paper to 2000 grit and the finish will look as good as new. I bought an extra steering wheel which is great, but for some reason it's a bit dull. I've already ordered 2000 grit and plan to test the theory on a reject first.

On a side note, I've read the same applies to belt buckles.

Can I ask what compound you are using?
Yes I've done this on 5-6 wheels and they have always turned out great. Started with 500 grit for bad scratches and worked up to 2500 grit or so
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