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2. Howdy! I could have sworn I’ve visited this website before but after going through some of the posts I realized it’s new to me.
   Anyhow, I’m definitely happy I stumbled upon it and I’ll be book-marking it and checking back frequently!

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3. Hi, Brooks, I also have an ’83 R100RS — Alaska Blue in color as well…so I’ve really enjoyed your work so far on your RS, and on the other bikes too. My bike needs some TLC and I’ve been inspired and informed by your work. I’ve just been completely through my petcocks and carbs so I’ve eliminated the gas-on-foot syndrome.

   I’d like to try the Autosol products you use to such great success. I’ve found their web site but they have so many variations I wanted to ask which exact products you use when you say ‘cleaner’ and ‘polish’. I believe you also at one point use the spray oil recommended for aluminum (#1810)?

   When you have a moment could you let me know which product numbers you use?

   Thanks,

   Craig Porter
   Dearborn, MI

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   • Hi Craig,

     I’m pleased your bike is no longer pissing on your shoes 🙂

     I have used the following AutoSol products:
     Metal Cleaner, Spray Bottle: #2220
     Metal Polish, Liquid, Bottle: #1210
     Aluminum Cleaner, Spray Bottle: #1800
     Aluminum Polish, Tube, Paste: #1824
     Bluing Remover, Bottle: #1290

     I don’t see the aluminum spray oil anymore on their product page, so they may have discontinued #1810.

     I hope this helps.

     Best.
     Brook.

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     • Very big help…thanks much. I will be getting an order to Autosol soon.

       They do have the oil on their (rather confusing) web site but it’s hard to find…I think you do still use it to prolong the affects of the clean/polish cycle?

       Again, thanks.

       Craig

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       • Craig,

         Hmm … that’s frustrating as I entered the part number and got no hits and I went through every page and didn’t see it. That said, I have grey hair and the attention span aint what it used to be 🙂

         Yes, the oil seems to reduce the amount of oxidation of the clean aluminum and adds a bit of luster to it.

         Best.
         Brook.

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         • I’m right there with you on the gray hair, though most of mine is transparent at this point…I found the Aluminum Spray Oil #1810 only in the online catalog but it’s not mentioned in any of the other product categories so I expect you’re correct in saying it’s not on offer anymore..but I still might order some to see what they say.

           Thanks again,

           Craig

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