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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    I'm more of a cheapskate and use 304 above the WL. No problems so far but it's no bad thing to over-specify.
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    You'll have to enlighten me on how to cause stainless to rust through polishing. Not something I've managed yet.:unsure:
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    I don't think there's any right or wrong way to sand and polish stainless. It's what we each find the best and easiest. However we do it...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    To be honest Roger if it is run long enough it will give a blemish free high polish finish, but it is a dangerous process due to the...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    That's OK for cleaning but it doesn't polish. Incidentally there are several You Tube videos showing how to make a simple DIY set-up...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    Anyway, back outside the chemist's shop. This is my polishing set. The first pic' is all the tools. The stainless sheet at the back is...
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    Reports in the Somerset press say that West Somerset Council are planning to start dredging the outer harbour this week ready for the...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Mr Google Project for you.
    It's an NMP, the forerunner of Norman Cruisers.
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    PCUK replied to the thread When exactly is a spring tide?.
    About every fortnight is what you are asking I believe.
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    PCUK replied to the thread Considering a steel boat 😱.
    Steel boats are great. They can withstand grounding on rocks. Ensure the boat was epoxy coated inside and out from new. Ensure the...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Polishing metal (quicker).
    Scratches are easily removed using progressively fine grades of wet and dry with a multi-tool and sander. When making stainless parts I...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Cabin floor make over?.
    I was thinking more of plain domestic floor covering. I use it for general interior trim and headlinings and it looks expensive.
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    PCUK replied to the thread Cabin floor make over?.
    Vinyl floor covering looks good. You could use 4mm ply with a teak face. Use a router to cut the caulking lines. Looks fantastic if done...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Converting a 240v fridge to 12v?.
    Works for me and has done for years. I don't really care if it is a little inefficient as I've got a big alternator and solar panels. It...
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    PCUK replied to the thread Converting a 240v fridge to 12v?.
    Why not simply use a small capacity inverter? No dismantling of fridge required!
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