Topic: Airbox renewal

[beemerbum]

I am restoring a 1972 K2 750. This bike lived most of its life in the sun of LaLaLand. The airbox finish suffered. I have applied Mother's "Back to Black liberally resulting in some improvement. Any suggestions for further renewing the original shine?

[seanbarney41]

sometimes the mother's requires multiple applications...you will see improvement every time

[Nicklopic]

I found back to black fades quickly. I used to use tire shine instead on the plastic trim on my Jeep. It held up for much longer without needing to be reapplied.
And depending on the plastic a bit of light heat can really make it look fresh again. (Also something I used to do to my Jeep plastic)
(PS I don't know at all how heat will work on the airbox plastic and if you choose to attempt it I would be cautious obviously)

[bamacb]

A heat gun will return it to almost new condition. Take your time and watch carefully as the color starts to change.

[sixthwisconsin]

Peanut oil. Yes, peanut oil.
You will be amazed.

[smacd11]

I was fortunate enough to acquire an NOS upper airbox for mine.  Haven't decided yet to use it or sell it.

[spotty]

Peanut oil. Yes, peanut oil.
You will be amazed.

i just had visions of his bike going into anaphalactic shock from the peanuts and having trouble breathing......see what i did there ?

[sixthwisconsin]

AAHAHA!