Shimano 105 ST-5600 Shifters finish

[Evil_Breakfast]

The lacquer has (sort of) blistered/flaked.
I'm guessing that a fine/high grit paper would do the job in removing the blemished finish.
Any pointers / advice?

 

[si_c]

Start with a 120 grit sandpaper to get the finish off, then slowly go up to 800 grit where you should be wet sanding. Once you've got that all done, use a metal polishing compound and a cotton rag.

Once you've got it shiny then I'd apply a new laquer coat.

 

[Evil_Breakfast]

Start with a 120 grit sandpaper to get the finish off, then slowly go up to 800 grit where you should be wet sanding. Once you've got that all done, use a metal polishing compound and a cotton rag.

Once you've got it shiny then I'd apply a new laquer coat.

Thanks.

 

[Spiderweb]

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The lacquer has (sort of) blistered/flaked.
I'm guessing that a fine/high grit paper would do the job in removing the blemished finish.
Any pointers / advice?

This is so common with a lacquered alloy finish on Shimano levers.