DIY How to Polish an Aluminum Fuel Tank in Detail (Step by Step)

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in This Video I explain in detail how I polish Tanks.
Sanding is key to clarity! Great Products and quality Tools are the best way to go. :)
For Products and tools used in this video plz visit my website www.dcsupershinestore.com
Tools Used in this video:
Dewalt DWP849x Variable Speed Sander Polisher bit.ly/40yLWS9
High Speed Backing Plate bit.ly/3QF8ADA
Flanges bit.ly/3MGxRMy
Rake bit.ly/3MJdqPg
Products Used in this video:
Sand paper bit.ly/467S7xC
DC Super Shine One Step Cut and Polish bar bit.ly/49wW69R
DC Super Shine Blue Finishing Bar bit.ly/3udKEjj
DC Super Shine Heavy Cut Buffing Wheel bit.ly/47tuZL0
DC Super Shine Flannel Finishing Wheel bit.ly/47ocEiE
Liquid Metal Polish bit.ly/3sohoWF
DC Super Shine Kits bit.ly/40AdhmI
00:00 Introduction
01:18 Safety Gear
01:30 High Speed Sanding 400 Grit
02:11 High Speed Sanding 600 Grit
02:21 High Speed Sanding 800 Grit
03:48 What Sander/Polisher Do I use
04:30 How I do the top of a tank
05:17 How I do the Bottom
06:00 Cutting Step
07:41 Working In Sections
09:38 Tank Ends
10:10 Talking Compound
11:30 Polishing the top
12:31 Finishing Step
14:20 Lighting and Buffing lines
15:40 Flannel Rags
Video: Jack Sliter
Editing: Jack Sliter
Facebook: / dcsupershine
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@johnpetrucci42 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Anytime man! Glad you keep tunning in, much appreciated :)

@Steff320i 3 ай бұрын

The way you look at the end shows that you have really earned your money, my guy.

@TheTrill334 7 ай бұрын

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.

@paulborg9609 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you again Dennis for another of your valuable lessons. Keep them coming!!!

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Paul! :)

@caker65 2 жыл бұрын

great content as always. thanks for taking the time to go over this in depth

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)

@jonathandurbin3079 Жыл бұрын

I actually feel comfortable doing it my self now on my tanks. Thank you for going in depth!

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

No man glad I can help! It’s for guys like you that I do these videos.

@detailersgarage Жыл бұрын

Wow! What an amazing video !! Great results and explanation of steps. Thank you.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! Thank you for watching!

@georgemyers6518 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@littlesquirtthefireengine5478 Жыл бұрын

The 10 foot rule... lol

@Neilvy04 2 жыл бұрын

Wow you know your stuff and you make it look easy great video

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)

@AndrewMayer-zz4bv 3 ай бұрын

Man oh man!! That must be so satisfying!!

@joeshelfoon3194 2 ай бұрын

Great job and thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@michaelguthrie2723 2 жыл бұрын

Again Dennis so much information. Thanks 😊

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

👍 thanks for watching!

@Redsmodelshop 2 жыл бұрын

Like the way you used a cross pattern on the flat surface, awesome job on the tanks!

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Really appreciate that.. thank you for watching!

@daveducker2688 Ай бұрын

Nice job very helpful

@justinsmith4095 5 ай бұрын

Subscribed! Definitely learning more from you. I’m not a beginner but I need improvements.. haha

@cindysalinas9752 Жыл бұрын

Great product. Awesome

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

thanks for watching

@ricardonarvaez1628 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video, it makes me understand i have to pay for this and even try myself

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Lol yup working smart is ALWAYS the best way :) Thanks for watching

@TheKAKA1977 Жыл бұрын

Thank you friend, for valuable tips, big hug.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@gaimartin Жыл бұрын

Hello ! well when aluminum is not rotten, you are a master

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thanks :)

@michaelmello9510 4 ай бұрын

Great job

@ajbang5723 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@kevinfox5068 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant tutorial Kevin Fox UK England

@DeaDEye.21 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Dennis ✨💯💪

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

You bet

@lfcfan4557 Жыл бұрын

God bless the hard working man, God bless the truckers.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

@lawrenceveinotte 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet would love to see a pic!!!

@vernon207 Жыл бұрын

That’s cool thanks

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

@mustangeddie3383 Жыл бұрын

Loving the background music

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Lol 😂 thanks for watching

@cumminscowboy3869 5 ай бұрын

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.

@jimomalley6737 4 ай бұрын

Do you wash tanks or acid wash them before sanding or is that not necessary? Great videos thank you

@BabyJesusSaidSo Ай бұрын

do you put on a protection layer like wax or alternatives?

@PilotsLoungeFishing 7 ай бұрын

Cool! How much does it cost to do a tank? or a set of tanks?

@TowMan127 2 жыл бұрын

🔥🔥🔥💪💪💪

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching!!! :)

@lawrenceveinotte 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@richardkouba3403 2 жыл бұрын

Peterbilt step is the next best thing

@asasial1977 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve used a fork or new clean wire brush.

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Ya you can easily make a rake with a piece of 1x2 and some nails or screws! Thanks for watching! Much appreciated :)

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll have s as video on that coming shortly! Thanks for watching!

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Yup wire brushes work very well!

@southofheaven7060 5 ай бұрын

I can't believe how much dust and residue gets on his hands and skin... crazy!

@EXQUISITEMAD 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

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

@EXQUISITEMAD 2 жыл бұрын

@@DCSuperShine yes sir stay safe and hope you health improves godbless

@jessielopez821 5 ай бұрын

How long do it normally takes to polish?

@1PITIFULDUDE 9 ай бұрын

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!

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

yes this is the process! good luck!

@jessetrost3095 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Just slow down your speed until you’re comfortable… slowly increase it as you gain experience. Hope this helps Thanks for watching!

@carolpuente4911 4 ай бұрын

What sanding machine do you use

@pearlriverfury2884 Жыл бұрын

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

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

I stop at 800 but 1000 works too, once you get past 600 grit it's kind of redundant. thanks for watching

@buildingourdaydream9804 Жыл бұрын

Is any kind of protectant used as a last step? (Great video and explanations!)

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

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

@DKUSTOMSGARAGE Жыл бұрын

Is microfibre towels will work or only flanel towels?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

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.

@Demonoid1990 11 ай бұрын

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?

@carlos60697 8 ай бұрын

No the aluminum will fog up

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

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

@sergeantcranky7471 9 ай бұрын

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

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

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

@josewilmerduarezvargas7913 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@victorruiz8152 2 жыл бұрын

O tambien zephyr

@josewilmerduarezvargas7913 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias.

@oscarrafaelmartinezarguell7945 Жыл бұрын

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

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

All company have different blend and colors. Find one that works for you and stick with it. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

@DynoDieselWagon 3 ай бұрын

Check that fender bolt ground for 100% ground . Could cause HAVOC

@curtisfauntleroy8915 2 жыл бұрын

What type of pads are you using when you sand the tank?

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Are you asking about the sand paper I use or the airway pads after I sand? :)

@DKUSTOMSGARAGE Жыл бұрын

What do you guys charge for tank like that to polish?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

$200+ depending on sanding

@gunsnsails Жыл бұрын

Does this same method work on diamond plate?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

If you decide to sand first… with a DA it’s quite the job but absolutely yes! Thanks for watching

@steelrod9889 Жыл бұрын

Hey, I'm new. How do you use a rake??? Can you go over that?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

I’ll cover that in an upcoming video for sure. Thanks!

@kluge4206 Жыл бұрын

How many times in the life of a tank can it go through this process before the material becomes too thin?

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

I've done some trucks for customers 10 years plus with no issues.

@34psbolide 19 күн бұрын

+/- one time. 😂

@yaanpolimentos Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Don’t think so. I can’t get these anymore unfortunately

@TheKAKA1977 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Yes send me a message on Facebook

@jasonbowman7190 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Lmao! Well stainless polishing is pretty much the same steps… they just take longer because it’s a harder metal! :)

@donaldsmith6404 2 жыл бұрын

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

@DCSuperShine 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I’ve never had that issue 🤷‍♂️

@notanotherusername Жыл бұрын

What do you ever do with the tank straps?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Depends on the situation. Some get finished by hand done by machine.

@greggriffin3242 Жыл бұрын

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?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

I just use varsol with a rag. Thanks for watching!

@elvinas159 Жыл бұрын

What rpm do you use on polishing?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

6000 rpm for cutting and 1800-2200 for finishing. Thanks for watching :)

@marioosorio3005 Жыл бұрын

How much does it cost that tipe of job you done

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Tanks start at $200 and depends on how much sanding it needs

@sambadcock1427 Жыл бұрын

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??

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

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

@4500harold Жыл бұрын

How much does it cost to do a tank like this? On avg?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

$150-$200 if it needs sanding $250+. Hope this helps

@jacobhall6149 Жыл бұрын

Do you charge by the hour? Price range???

@leomarcofferi2568 Жыл бұрын

Algum brasileiro aí pra traduzir a explicação qe ele falou

@randoomday1520 Жыл бұрын

Why doesn't the aluminium corrode? Especially with all the salt in the winter?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

It definitely does!! Just depends on you maintain it. Thanks for watching

@laprezionreina3871 Жыл бұрын

What about the stainless strap on the fuel tank

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

What about it? :)

@laprezionreina3871 Жыл бұрын

@@DCSuperShine how u polish the strap same buffer or a one for stainless?

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

@@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! 😬

@laprezionreina3871 Жыл бұрын

@@DCSuperShine thanks

@petercrisp8314 10 ай бұрын

What about the straps

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

they are stainless and look great we go over them with liquid metal polish when done. :)

@blauer2551 Жыл бұрын

I use Purple Polish and a few pairs of brown cotton gloves. Turns out pretty good but nothing like this.

@DCSuperShine Жыл бұрын

Ya my hands can’t go 6000 rpm either :) Thanks for watching

@youngkhalifa3552 27 күн бұрын

En el tanque fue innecesario la lijada ,por como se ve en el vídeo con un poco de ácido era suficiente.

@joec5649 Жыл бұрын

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

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

Hey Joe, I'm sorry, I'm just seeing this comment now. there's links to my website in the description of this video.

@bobbyotay Жыл бұрын

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.

@DCSuperShine 8 ай бұрын

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