Post up a pic of what you have,, (Eg: concert toms don't usually sport a bottom hoop)??

Cheers

John

It’s similar to this. Sorry it is a rim not a hoop - edited my post now. It’s removed from the drum at the moment.

They are made from anodized aluminum. Steel wool will scratch them. I would use a polish like Flitz or Simichrome.

Pictures of the actual pieces in question would be helpful.

Some photos of the actual item. The previous owner has already removed some of the anodising unfortunately so I think i have to remove it all then polish and perhaps wax.

Autosol Metal polish & soft cloth does a decent job on aluminium... I use it on shells, lugs & any metal fittings. I recently added a little "pizzaz" to an exposed section of a Remo BD aluminium hoop on my drum...

A tube seems to last forever too...

Cheers

John

I agree that Flitz works great. For those deep scratches and chips, you can try smoothing them with very fine emory cloth. I would start with 1000 or 1500. It will leave a slightly flatter (less shiny) appearance, but will blend in better than the scratches and nicks. First test the abrasive on a small section on the inside of the trim that won’t be seen when installed on the drum.

Thanks - great advice.

Having seen them, I probably would use a scotchbrite pad and give them a brushed finish and then clear coat them.

Check with local auto restoration shops. They can or know of someone who polishes aluminum trim on car restoration. They should be able to do the work or advise how to polish without scratching.