Refinishing/restoring plastic MFI air box?

[rynoshark]

Is it possibly to refinish or restore a plastic MFI air box such that it looks like new again? I have two plastic air boxes with scratches, over polished, etc. that need to be restored. I couldn't find any threads that covered how folks do this, if it is even possible, and photos of the results. Is there a recommended process to getting a great factory original finish again? Thanks.

[Haasman]

Good question. I've been told that refinishing plastic entails similar steps as paint, but that is the extent of my knowledge.

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[rynoshark]

Is restoring the MFI air box not common? I would think given that the MFI air box is easily removed this would be a very approachable job depending on the process, but perhaps not.

[RSTarga]

It is not a perfect piece even when new, there are different molding marks on them. It's also made out of some type of greasy plastic. I can't imagine what would adhere to it.
I just wash it down and spray some final finish on mine.

[denson]

Tough one,,,,, I am not sure that paint is going to work. Since it is plastic, is there any chance it can be machine polished out a bit? A product with a light grit (Griot's polish or plastic polish) may remove some surface issues.

I agree that it is made from a "slimy/oily" plastic. Mine is not so bad, so I just clean it up with a cleaner.

[bbart]

If the box is scratched, careful use of Scotchbrite pads (med, fine, ultra) lubricated with some plastic cleaner (1z einszett deep plastic cleaner) works well to give it a more consistent finish. Not concours, but less distracting than random heavy scratches.