As a full-time polisher I enjoy your videos and pick up little things you do differently that I might try out. Appreciate you taking the time and keep up the good thorough work.
Great video and great job as always. I know exactly what you mean by natural daylight will make those imperfections that drive you crazy under artificial lighting disappear. Paint is the same way. The first car I ever buffed and polished taught me that.I pulled the car outside afterwards and could see that I could have spent a lot less time polishing. Please keep the videos coming.
I'm picking up an old aluminum beer keg to use as a fuel tank for a model-A pickup i'm building, after i get the dents out i'm going to make that thing shine like a million dollars.
Hey there ! Is flannel softer than plush microfibers? If it makes the jobs come out better we are all for it you are the first person to mention flannel cloth to do a final wipe with, I understand you are in canada its definitely not the norm down here in the US so im all for trying it!
It’s definitely softer yes, Microfiber does work but you need to make sure it’s always clean… Microfiber picks up ever little spec of dirt and can cause scratching… it’s the main reason I don’t use them much on tanks and flat pieces. Thanks for watching
speed wise, I was shown to go SUPER slow otherwise it would leave lines of products. Is it because there is to much compound or the speed isn't good enough. We use millwakees 1000 to 6500 rpms. Usually 3500 is the speed I go for
I need to polish an entire 42’ fuel tanker. Is this the type of process that would be used on such a large job? It was mistakenly sprayed with brighter at Blue Beacon while another driver was using it. Thanks for posting these informative videos!
How about a sealer or nano ceramic coating when finished? I'm still looking into getting the equipment/supplies I need for polishing my equipment. I've seen plenty of various guides on polishing, but not many talk about using sealers or clear coats once the polishing is done, is that recommended on a work vehicle?
there are some coatings available but they come with a few flaws... most will dull your mirror shine somewhat... it'll still be shinny but not as clear. so you have to decide on whats more important. some coatings can last 10 years or more on some areas of your truck but some areas won't last any where near that long, especially the more "ware and tare" areas.. so the coating is gonna start to peel and it looks horrible and it's a major pain in the ass the strip it and repolish it. So your polish job is gonna cost more to fix... also depends on where you live and where you're running with your truck. hope all that made sense... lol
Tips on how to shine around the fuel cap. The guy training me has the same variable speed dewalt. I just started doing this at my new job. I want to get better at it.
Greetings from Brazil, I work with polishing here in Brazil, but I can't find this type of beret and flange, could you help me to send it to my country? Grateful.
Microfiber will work I just only use new ones on tanks and flat surfaces. For everything else I wash them and reuse the 1-2 times before throwing them out.
Mi brother. Soy un fans de tus trabajos, son de muy buena calidad. Una consulta, con qué nombre puedo comprar esos discos para pulir. O donde los puedo conseguir.
The finishing bar add a layer of protection and you can double up with liquid polish after as well for another protective layer… the best way to keep the shine is proper maintenance! Just washing or even finding it down when it gets full of mud, salt or limestone will dramatically increase the longevity of your shine. Hope this helps
Greetings friend, what difference does it make, in finishing with the white wheel, but I am in doubt since you show the blue co-position, others use yellow to finish, my question is which is the best compound to finish, they always use the same green, second yellow, now i see you guys wearing blue
I don’t flip my grinder over putting hash marks in all different ways i seen you went back in one direction but it will cause parts to look less polished
Dennis, could you tell me if I can buy this velcro plate on china websites? I'm from Brazil and what we have here is not as cool as the one you use. Thanks.
@@laprezionreina3871 depends on the situation… sometimes they need sanding, sometimes I do them by hand and sometimes I do the by machine… I should really do a video on this :) Thanks for the suggestion! 😬
I don't really understand why you are running your machine backwards. Left-handed maybe. Looks completely out of balance. Check out , no cares and no worries part 3. I'll show you what it looks like when I do Peterbilt front fenders. Nice video keep up the good work. Believe me I'm not bashing, I was just curious about the position of your machine.
I use it in many positions... lol it's just how I got use to doing things.. when I teach ppl how to polish I show them my way, but I tell them to find what works best for them. :) hope this helps
hi this is Joe Chevalier from JMC auto detailing I've been trying to get ahold of you to where I can order some pads and compound bars if there is a chance where I can get your number where I can orderit would be awesome I need it as soon as I can get I appreciate it thank you Joe
I am doing some tanks this weekend. I have a detail company. Is this something I should do if I’ve never done it or should I learn on my own stuff before. I’ve buffed and waxed but never this.
I’ve got the same DeWalt polisher you used in the video, using 6inch menzerna wheels due to polisher being “rated” for 7inch, what size wheel are ya using here??
Hey Sam, those numbers are if your using grinding wheels. Nothing to do with polishing. :) I only run 10 inch airway wheels. And on occasion on my 3500 12 inch for certain applications. Hope this helps
As a full-time polisher I enjoy your videos and pick up little things you do differently that I might try out. Appreciate you taking the time and keep up the good thorough work.
Anytime man! Glad you keep tunning in, much appreciated :)
The way you look at the end shows that you have really earned your money, my guy.
Tomorrow I'll be buffing my tanks for the first time since I bought my truck 2 years ago. Your video has helped me learn a few things.
I actually feel comfortable doing it my self now on my tanks. Thank you for going in depth!
No man glad I can help! It’s for guys like you that I do these videos.
Great video and great job as always.
I know exactly what you mean by natural daylight will make those imperfections that drive you crazy under artificial lighting disappear.
Paint is the same way.
The first car I ever buffed and polished taught me that.I pulled the car outside afterwards and could see that I could have spent a lot less time polishing.
Please keep the videos coming.
Thanks for watching!
The 10 foot rule... lol
Thank you again Dennis for another of your valuable lessons. Keep them coming!!!
Thanks for watching Paul! :)
Wow you know your stuff and you make it look easy great video
Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)
Wow! What an amazing video !! Great results and explanation of steps. Thank you.
Glad I could help! Thank you for watching!
great content as always. thanks for taking the time to go over this in depth
Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)
God bless the hard working man, God bless the truckers.
Thank you for watching
Hello ! well when aluminum is not rotten, you are a master
Thanks :)
I'm picking up an old aluminum beer keg to use as a fuel tank for a model-A pickup i'm building, after i get the dents out i'm going to make that thing shine like a million dollars.
Sweet would love to see a pic!!!
Man oh man!! That must be so satisfying!!
Like the way you used a cross pattern on the flat surface, awesome job on the tanks!
Thanks man! Really appreciate that.. thank you for watching!
Great product. Awesome
thanks for watching
I can't believe how much dust and residue gets on his hands and skin... crazy!
Great job and thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Thank you for the video, it makes me understand i have to pay for this and even try myself
Lol yup working smart is ALWAYS the best way :)
Thanks for watching
Absolutely brilliant tutorial
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UK England
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Definitely learning more from you. I’m not a beginner but I need improvements.. haha
Loving the background music
Lol 😂 thanks for watching
Hey there ! Is flannel softer than plush microfibers? If it makes the jobs come out better we are all for it you are the first person to mention flannel cloth to do a final wipe with, I understand you are in canada its definitely not the norm down here in the US so im all for trying it!
It’s definitely softer yes, Microfiber does work but you need to make sure it’s always clean… Microfiber picks up ever little spec of dirt and can cause scratching… it’s the main reason I don’t use them much on tanks and flat pieces. Thanks for watching
@@DCSuperShine yes sir stay safe and hope you health improves godbless
Nice job very helpful
speed wise, I was shown to go SUPER slow otherwise it would leave lines of products. Is it because there is to much compound or the speed isn't good enough. We use millwakees 1000 to 6500 rpms. Usually 3500 is the speed I go for
I do a lot of stuff at 3500rpm as well... just if you use higher speeds you need compound that can handle the heat. :) thanks for watching
You make it look easy, i need to get a rake, or make one to use on my pedestal buffer, now i just use a piece of scrap 16 gage.
Peterbilt step is the next best thing
I’ve used a fork or new clean wire brush.
Ya you can easily make a rake with a piece of 1x2 and some nails or screws! Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)
I’ll have s as video on that coming shortly! Thanks for watching!
Yup wire brushes work very well!
Thank you friend, for valuable tips, big hug.
Thanks for watching
Again Dennis so much information. Thanks 😊
👍 thanks for watching!
Thanks Dennis ✨💯💪
You bet
Check that fender bolt ground for 100% ground . Could cause HAVOC
Great job
I need to polish an entire 42’ fuel tanker. Is this the type of process that would be used on such a large job? It was mistakenly sprayed with brighter at Blue Beacon while another driver was using it. Thanks for posting these informative videos!
yes this is the process! good luck!
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
do you put on a protection layer like wax or alternatives?
Do you wash tanks or acid wash them before sanding or is that not necessary? Great videos thank you
How about a sealer or nano ceramic coating when finished? I'm still looking into getting the equipment/supplies I need for polishing my equipment. I've seen plenty of various guides on polishing, but not many talk about using sealers or clear coats once the polishing is done, is that recommended on a work vehicle?
No the aluminum will fog up
there are some coatings available but they come with a few flaws... most will dull your mirror shine somewhat... it'll still be shinny but not as clear. so you have to decide on whats more important. some coatings can last 10 years or more on some areas of your truck but some areas won't last any where near that long, especially the more "ware and tare" areas.. so the coating is gonna start to peel and it looks horrible and it's a major pain in the ass the strip it and repolish it. So your polish job is gonna cost more to fix... also depends on where you live and where you're running with your truck. hope all that made sense... lol
Cool! How much does it cost to do a tank? or a set of tanks?
That’s cool thanks
Thanks for watching
How long do it normally takes to polish?
Just wondering wouldn’t it make it faster if you sanded it smooth and maybe another grade up like a 1000grit before polishing just asking
I stop at 800 but 1000 works too, once you get past 600 grit it's kind of redundant. thanks for watching
What's the best way to polish stainless steel pans 🤔 my pans are burning my food. I need to up my stainless steel cooking game for sure though.
Lmao! Well stainless polishing is pretty much the same steps… they just take longer because it’s a harder metal! :)
What sanding machine do you use
How many times in the life of a tank can it go through this process before the material becomes too thin?
I've done some trucks for customers 10 years plus with no issues.
+/- one time. 😂
Tips on how to shine around the fuel cap. The guy training me has the same variable speed dewalt. I just started doing this at my new job. I want to get better at it.
Just slow down your speed until you’re comfortable… slowly increase it as you gain experience. Hope this helps
Thanks for watching!
What type of pads are you using when you sand the tank?
Are you asking about the sand paper I use or the airway pads after I sand? :)
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thanks for watching!!! :)
How do you clean the tank up when there is fuel and stuff on it and it’s nasty and then can you show a video of you doing cleaning it up by hand?
I just use varsol with a rag.
Thanks for watching!
Greetings from Brazil, I work with polishing here in Brazil, but I can't find this type of beret and flange, could you help me to send it to my country? Grateful.
Yes send me a message on Facebook
Is microfibre towels will work or only flanel towels?
Microfiber will work I just only use new ones on tanks and flat surfaces. For everything else I wash them and reuse the 1-2 times before throwing them out.
Mi brother. Soy un fans de tus trabajos, son de muy buena calidad. Una consulta, con qué nombre puedo comprar esos discos para pulir. O donde los puedo conseguir.
O tambien zephyr
Gracias.
Is any kind of protectant used as a last step? (Great video and explanations!)
The finishing bar add a layer of protection and you can double up with liquid polish after as well for another protective layer… the best way to keep the shine is proper maintenance! Just washing or even finding it down when it gets full of mud, salt or limestone will dramatically increase the longevity of your shine. Hope this helps
Greetings friend, what difference does it make, in finishing with the white wheel, but I am in doubt since you show the blue co-position, others use yellow to finish, my question is which is the best compound to finish, they always use the same green, second yellow, now i see you guys wearing blue
All company have different blend and colors. Find one that works for you and stick with it. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.
En el tanque fue innecesario la lijada ,por como se ve en el vídeo con un poco de ácido era suficiente.
Does this same method work on diamond plate?
If you decide to sand first… with a DA it’s quite the job but absolutely yes! Thanks for watching
Hey, I'm new. How do you use a rake??? Can you go over that?
I’ll cover that in an upcoming video for sure. Thanks!
I don’t flip my grinder over putting hash marks in all different ways i seen you went back in one direction but it will cause parts to look less polished
Thanks for watching! I’ve never had that issue 🤷♂️
What about the straps
they are stainless and look great we go over them with liquid metal polish when done. :)
Why doesn't the aluminium corrode? Especially with all the salt in the winter?
It definitely does!! Just depends on you maintain it. Thanks for watching
What do you guys charge for tank like that to polish?
$200+ depending on sanding
Dennis, could you tell me if I can buy this velcro plate on china websites? I'm from Brazil and what we have here is not as cool as the one you use. Thanks.
Don’t think so. I can’t get these anymore unfortunately
I use Purple Polish and a few pairs of brown cotton gloves. Turns out pretty good but nothing like this.
Ya my hands can’t go 6000 rpm either :)
Thanks for watching
What about the stainless strap on the fuel tank
What about it? :)
@@DCSuperShine how u polish the strap same buffer or a one for stainless?
@@laprezionreina3871 depends on the situation… sometimes they need sanding, sometimes I do them by hand and sometimes I do the by machine… I should really do a video on this :)
Thanks for the suggestion! 😬
@@DCSuperShine thanks
How much does it cost that tipe of job you done
Tanks start at $200 and depends on how much sanding it needs
What rpm do you use on polishing?
6000 rpm for cutting and 1800-2200 for finishing. Thanks for watching :)
I don't really understand why you are running your machine backwards. Left-handed maybe. Looks completely out of balance. Check out , no cares and no worries part 3. I'll show you what it looks like when I do Peterbilt front fenders. Nice video keep up the good work. Believe me I'm not bashing, I was just curious about the position of your machine.
I use it in many positions... lol it's just how I got use to doing things.. when I teach ppl how to polish I show them my way, but I tell them to find what works best for them. :) hope this helps
How much does it cost to do a tank like this? On avg?
$150-$200 if it needs sanding $250+. Hope this helps
Do you charge by the hour? Price range???
hi this is Joe Chevalier from JMC auto detailing I've been trying to get ahold of you to where I can order some pads and compound bars if there is a chance where I can get your number where I can orderit would be awesome I need it as soon as I can get I appreciate it thank you Joe
Hey Joe, I'm sorry, I'm just seeing this comment now. there's links to my website in the description of this video.
Algum brasileiro aí pra traduzir a explicação qe ele falou
You need to invite Mike Rowe to help you out, looks like a pretty dirty job.
Lol ya for sure!!!
Funny had followed you for yrs then I guess youtube kicked me
Jesus christ, when you zoom on the sanding and polishing🤢
I am doing some tanks this weekend. I have a detail company. Is this something I should do if I’ve never done it or should I learn on my own stuff before. I’ve buffed and waxed but never this.
I’ve got the same DeWalt polisher you used in the video, using 6inch menzerna wheels due to polisher being “rated” for 7inch, what size wheel are ya using here??
Hey Sam, those numbers are if your using grinding wheels. Nothing to do with polishing. :)
I only run 10 inch airway wheels. And on occasion on my 3500 12 inch for certain applications. Hope this helps
What do you ever do with the tank straps?
Depends on the situation. Some get finished by hand done by machine.