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BlackStar
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Has anybody used these to remove gasket residue from aluminum? Iv'e got some stuborn material to get off of the top of my cylinder, but I don't want to remove any aluminum.
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I used stainless steel scratch pads and Berrymans.
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SPARKSS
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Hello BlackStar.....If it's the ROLOC (or similar) type of high speed "cookie" you're interested in, the answer is YES they'll remove the material.....YES they will remove aluminum if you're not careful.....The MOST IMPORTANT thing to be aware of though, is that they shed a fine very abrasive dust which must be cleaned and/or not allowed to get into the oil of the engine (if on an assembled engine) - That dust HAS caused a lot of grief for mechanics over the years wiping out bearings etc. Just be careful....
I've used these discs in an air die grinder on my last two GS850 rebuilds with no problems.
Use only the finest available (can't remember if that's fine or extra-fine) on aluminum. Be reasonable with the pressure, keep them moving, and you'll be fine. They do a helluva lot less damage than scraping.
As noted, you have to make double certain that you wash all the abrasive residue off. It gets everywhere.
Use only the finest available (can't remember if that's fine or extra-fine) on aluminum. Be reasonable with the pressure, keep them moving, and you'll be fine. They do a helluva lot less damage than scraping.
As noted, you have to make double certain that you wash all the abrasive residue off. It gets everywhere.
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I worked at a factory that used Scotch Brite pads to polish stainless tool steel. So yeah, they'll cut aluminum up very quickly. Be very gentle and take your time in small, light passes, and you should be fine.
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paco13
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I use permatex gasket remover spray and then a razor/scraper, stuff works great. I only use the roloc pads on steal/iron, it cuts into the aluminum too fast for my liking.
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arveejay
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I wouldn't be or remove old gaskets without them. Light pressure and never stop moving it. You'll se it start to shine when you get thru the gasket.