How to restore pot metal license plate mounts, handles

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How to restore pot metal license plate mounts, handles Jun 21, 2019 8:02:35 GMT -8 Teachndad likes this

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Post by azshastanut on Jun 21, 2019 8:02:35 GMT -8

Hi Rod,

Great tutorial! I have a few of these on hand in similar condition. Fortunately I have near mint units stashed for use on my Shasta's.

With your back situation, these are the kinds of little restore projects you should be limiting yourself to.

Gary

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How to restore pot metal license plate mounts, handles Jun 21, 2019 14:46:37 GMT -8 nccamper likes this

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Post by Alaska Shasta on Jun 21, 2019 14:46:37 GMT -8

Essentially the same method I used. I was happy with the results. Thanks for posting the link.

736ED71B-891E-4ECE-8DC6-06977B761F49 by Bryan Port, on Flickr

IMG_7485 by Bryan Port, on Flickr

IMG_1462 by Bryan Port, on Flickr

AEA65D75-030C-4781-AB58-D8C3C62EE8D0 by Bryan Port, on Flickr

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How to restore pot metal license plate mounts, handles Jun 21, 2019 19:53:26 GMT -8 Alaska Shasta likes this

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Post by Teachndad on Jun 21, 2019 19:53:26 GMT -8

Hi Bryan,

When I was reading through the how to page, I made the same connection you did. It reminded me of the fine work you did on your handle. That's why the thread title includes handles.

Cheers,

Rod

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My in progress restorations
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