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Cleaning up dirty ball rails

By dgoodspeed

9 years ago


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#29 9 years ago
Quoted from fusion301:

Im telling you it doesnt get much easier then to use the flap wheels, I will try and do a demo video - also gets out deep ball trails that would require lots of elbow otherwise. Also takes out heavy scratches etc on lock down bars, makes them look nice and new with out much effort.
I finish it off with a scotchbrite pad by hand to fine tune

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I am REALLY looking forward to your video on this. I have been experimenting on my rails and having difficulty getting it right. How do you get inside the ramps and other tight spaces?

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#31 9 years ago
Quoted from fusion301:

Im telling you it doesnt get much easier then to use the flap wheels, I will try and do a demo video - also gets out deep ball trails that would require lots of elbow otherwise. Also takes out heavy scratches etc on lock down bars, makes them look nice and new with out much effort.
I finish it off with a scotchbrite pad by hand to fine tune

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Okay Fusion - I bought the medium and a fine flap wheel you recommended. THANK YOU!

This is by far the easiest way I have found to re-grain the rails to date.

I LOVE chrome - and would prefer to polish the rails - but its just way too much work.

Excellent tip Fusion - I owe you one!!

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#33 8 years ago

Thought I would make a video to show everyone how nicely fusion301's process works. It's quick, easy, and looks fantastic!

Upvote my post if you find it useful.

Lockednlit - I challenge you to create and post a video demonstrating the "polish" method of rail restoration since I do love the chrome look also!

#37 8 years ago
Quoted from PinballMikeD:

Extra work builds character
FYI - the dremel is more important for removing grooves then anything else. No need to have a track in a shiny new rail right? There are tons of different ways to do this, do what works best for you. Experimentation is always good

Extra work is just... ...well... ... work.

Where are those Videos from the shiny ball guide guys??

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