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Offline Toys4Boys

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Eros Top Plate Refinish
« on: September 20, 2023, 05:29:30 AM »
Just received my Eros 2, initial impressions very professionally packaged/prepped. The top plate is a straight grain finish, I would prefer a swirl pattern. Not a big deal but if it is something that I can do myself..... ;D

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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #1 on: September 20, 2023, 05:40:37 AM »
It takes a metal drill cup brush, a drill, and some patience.
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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #2 on: September 20, 2023, 05:45:07 AM »
Would a random orbit sander work or is the above the best method? Aside from patience how difficult would you say it is to get a nice looking finish?

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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #4 on: September 20, 2023, 05:52:53 AM »
Nice! Thanks!

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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #5 on: September 20, 2023, 05:54:04 AM »
Hi to all.
Green scotch brite could be less aggressive or a brass brush.

Just keep it cold to avoid deformation.

My2 cents.

Cheers from Fla.
Andre.

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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #6 on: September 20, 2023, 08:06:24 AM »
I think you are going to have a tough time hiding the existing 120 grit grain pattern with a wire brush. It would probably be worthwhile to sand it to a smooth 400 grit finish before attempting the jeweling.
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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #7 on: September 20, 2023, 02:49:21 PM »
Yeah, I decided the existing finish would ake it more difficult, already started my build.  ;D

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Re: Eros Top Plate Refinish
« Reply #8 on: September 20, 2023, 03:20:33 PM »
Yeah, I decided the existing finish would ake it more difficult, already started my build.  ;D

Keep us posted of your progress.

Cheers from Fla.
Andre.