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how to remove oxidation (white powderish) from aluminum parts...

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Old Feb 14, 2006 | 08:34 PM
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Default how to remove oxidation (white powderish) from aluminum parts...

such as throttle body? Possible?

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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 03:17 AM
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Default I used vinegar and aluminum foil

I used to crumple up aluminum foil, saturate it with vinegar, and then gently scrub my bike wheels with it. It worked every time. Did you try an aluminum polish?
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 09:49 AM
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Not yet, I didn't want to get all messy if there is an easy solution. I will give it a try!
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