Detailing my Shift Knob?

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I just bought a new shift knob, and it has a few very, very light scratches, almost like swirl marks. Would it be possible to eliminate these?

The knob is made of Titanium if that makes a difference.

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Try some Optimum Metal Polish. That stuff has worked wonders for me on pretty much anything metal I've used it on.
 
I have no expierence in knob polishing

Best of luck on that


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Even if you polish it out...I don't think it's gonna be long before it's swirled up again.
 
Something like that i think wouldnt be worth it to polish. If you have a manual then id say live with it, if an automatic go for it!
 
Titanium is hard to polish. I say call some local jewelers and try to find one who has experience polishing titanium and is willing to polish that item for you.
 
I have a titanium wedding ring, over the years it has gotten some minor scratches. I have taken it to several jewelers and nobody will polish it.
 
The problem with Titanium is that it oxidizes fast; what is being scratched is more than likely the oxidized (dull) layer. The scratch is probably not a defect per se.... since removing the oxidized layer would show the true finish of the product. The scratch simply shows you how much oxidation has occurred. Focus on removing the oxidized layer and then add a layer of protection; contact the manufacturer of the product and ask them what will work best.

For the DIY'er.... if the finish is natural, then I suspect a Dremel tool with some finishing pads will probably do wonders (do a test spot close to the threads). Collinite #850 is my vote on the metal polish since it is an inexpensive industrial cleaner/wax.
 
Being relatively new to forums, I was wondering whether threads like these are alter ego type posts. Just curious. Especially being post #1.


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I Shine said:
I have a titanium wedding ring, over the years it has gotten some minor scratches. I have taken it to several jewelers and nobody will polish it.
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Sorry you didn't have any luck. There *are* jewelers who are willing to polish titanium. Screening jewelers by phone is a lot faster than visiting their stores. Plus when you call, they might figure they'll get you in the store by doing this service. Maybe you'll buy something else while you wait, and wait and wait for the polishing job. If you show up, they've already got you in the store. "No, not willing to do that, but could I interest you in something else?" :xyxthumbs:
 
Nice knob. I have the same knob just the J's Racing Teal color.

I would try some mothers metal polish.
 
I have polished Titanium parts. It takes quite a long time and is very messy.

The last thing I polished was a pair of brake calipers that were made in a friend's shop.

Probably took six hours, a 1hp buffing machine and two 8 inch cotton buffing wheels. I used three different compound bars with the cotton wheels. Started with emery, then a white compound , and finished with stainless steel finishing bar. And during the polishing I had to replace the cotton wheels twice. They were worn down to about five inches.

And I really had to lean into the machine to get the emery to cut much. I was wearing a white plastic painters suit when I started along with an air supplied painters hood. When I was done it was black.

Your shift knob shouldn't be anywhere near that hard to polish. Just thread a solid rod into it's base and keep your hands away from the wheel. Wear gloves too.
 
mwoolfso said:
Why does it scare you?
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Coming from 90's Hondas, I always associate oxidation with rust, even though that's not an issue with titanium.

SkateForGirl said:
Nice knob. I have the same knob just the J's Racing Teal color.

I would try some mothers metal polish.
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Nice! Nice S2k btw! I'd sell my GD Fit for one in a heart beat.

oldmodman said:
I have polished Titanium parts. It takes quite a long time and is very messy.

The last thing I polished was a pair of brake calipers that were made in a friend's shop.

Probably took six hours, a 1hp buffing machine and two 8 inch cotton buffing wheels. I used three different compound bars with the cotton wheels. Started with emery, then a white compound , and finished with stainless steel finishing bar. And during the polishing I had to replace the cotton wheels twice. They were worn down to about five inches.

And I really had to lean into the machine to get the emery to cut much. I was wearing a white plastic painters suit when I started along with an air supplied painters hood. When I was done it was black.

Your shift knob shouldn't be anywhere near that hard to polish. Just thread a solid rod into it's base and keep your hands away from the wheel. Wear gloves too.
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Hmm, this sounds like a good plan, but a lot of work. I think I'll wait to do until the finish bothers me more.
 
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