Overall rating: 4.8333335 / 5 from 24 reviews.

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Way to go

"I have been polishing paint and gel coat for a long time and got that under control, now that I own a big rig I needed a good mean of polishing metal fast and with good results, well that pro kit make me look like a pro on the first try and I couldn’t quite say the same when I try my trusted paint technique and chemicals on metal lol That rear light bracket was oxidated, scratched and painted, now it looks like I installed a brand new piece instead ! Renegade not only has the tools but also the technique nailed down !"

— Alex P. (5/5)

Great!!!

"I haven't really had a chance to use anything yet but as far as I can tell it's great!! Wish I would have read closer and got full size bars though instead of mini bars."

— Shawn G. (5/5)

So far it’s a great purchase

"I first tried it on some stainless steel trim. It worked pretty good. Not perfect but pretty good. I believe it had to do with my surface prep and technique more than anything. I then used it in some aluminum trim and my results were outstanding! I first used the red wheel and brown rouge and was super impressed how things turned out. I haven’t used the other buffing wheels or rouges yet. I tried the spray polish on some Weld Pro Stars. Very impressive! Thanks"

— Darey R. (4/5)

First time ever polishing

"For the kit it’s nice, love everything about it still got lots to learn about polishing aluminum but for the first jab at it didn’t do to bad a monkey can make anything shine but it takes time and knowledge to make them pure glass. Only thing I did not like about it was one of the sprayers wasn’t working but not a big deal at all (also used harbor freight tools) it does the job just fine as a first timer"

— Dayton H. (5/5)

Works great

"Tested this kit out on diamond plate toolbox and I’m impressed to say the least. Made it shine better than the first day I got it. Highly recommend."

— John J. (5/5)

Works amazing

"High quality product 10/10"

— Drew H. (5/5)

Performs grear

"My only complaint is how small the junior bars actually are but that’s kinda my fault for not taking that into consideration when purchasing. But overall everything performed as expected"

— Caden B. (4/5)

Exactly what I needed!

"Great all around kit I just started doing a lot of metal polishing for a business that has 5 Kenworth semi trucks which need regular maintenance to keep all the metal looking nice and shiny as soon as I got this kit I was so excited to see what it could do ? Not only did it do the job to make the metal shine but it was done effortlessly im sold on Renegade products so I am a customer for life !"

— Matt B. (5/5)

Perfect kit

"Haven’t used yet but came with everything that I need for the project I am working on"

— Daniel T. (5/5)

Awesome products

"Renegade helps keep my rig looking new and shiny. I own a dump truck and it gets abused. Renegade keeps it looking fresh year around."

— Nevilledeep S. (5/5)

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4.8/5customer rating
24verified reviews
5-step pathclean, sand, cut, color + finish
2 metalsaluminum + stainless steel
Aluminum fuel tank before and after the Q36 Advanced Polishing Kit

THREE MACHINE STAGES. ONE SHOW-QUALITY FINISH.

A complete advanced system for aluminum and stainless

Move from deep correction to a mirror-bright final finish with matched sanding discs, three dedicated wheel-and-compound combinations, and EZ Red for maintenance.

Correct severe defects320- and 600-grit discs address deep scratches, pitting, heavy oxidation, chemical burns and rust when needed.
Build clarity in three stagesRed + T121 cuts, Yellow + Q36 colors, and UBM + Competition Purple creates the final show-quality finish.
Maintain the resultEZ Red and two microfiber towels help remove residue, water spots and very minor imperfections.

EVERYTHING IN THE BOX

One coordinated kit from correction to maintenance

Every included component has a defined job in the polishing sequence.

Surface correction20 sanding discs

Ten discs each in 320 and 600 grit.

Cut stage9-inch Double-Stitched Red + T121

Paired for initial correction at about 3,500 RPM.

Color stage9-inch Stitched Yellow + Q36 Olive

Refines the cut and builds luster at about 3,000 RPM.

Final machine finish8-inch UBM + Competition Purple

Creates the show-quality final stage at about 1,800 RPM.

Maintenance24-ounce EZ Red

Helps clear residue, water spots and minor imperfections.

Final wipeTwo premium red microfiber towels

For controlled cleanup and shine maintenance.

MountingOne pair of Safety Flanges

Helps mount center-plate wheels securely.

Wheel careOne Buffing Wheel Rake

Cleans buildup so each wheel can accept fresh compound.

VISUAL KIT GUIDE

See how the complete system moves through the job

Use the kit photo and color-coded path as a quick shop-side reference.

Q36 Advanced Aluminum and Stainless Polishing Kit contents
One kit, five coordinated stages—from cleaning and correction to the final finish.
  1. 01
    Clean

    Remove surface contaminants and residue.

  2. 02
    Sand if needed

    320 then 600 grit for severe defects.

  3. 03
    Cut

    Red Airway + T121 at about 3,500 RPM.

  4. 04
    Color

    Yellow Airway + Q36 Olive at about 3,000 RPM.

  5. 05
    Finish

    UBM + Competition Purple at about 1,800 RPM.

01CLEANWash + decontaminate
02SAND320 + 600 grit
03CUTRed + T121 · 3,500 RPM
04COLORYellow + Q36 · 3,000 RPM
05FINISHUBM + Purple · 1,800 RPM

Shop rule: keep one dedicated wheel for each compound, rake every few passes, and apply fresh compound only to a clean wheel.

THE MATCHED SYSTEM

Keep each wheel, compound and speed in its lane

Each machine stage builds on the finish created before it.

StageMatched toolsPurpose
1 · CleanWash or mild cleanerRemove contaminants and residue before any correction begins.
2 · Sand as needed320 + 600 grit discsAddress deep scratches, pitting, heavy oxidation, chemical burns or rust.
3 · CutDouble-Stitched Red + T121 · about 3,500 RPMRemove sanding lines and surface oxidation.
4 · ColorStitched Yellow + Q36 Olive · about 3,000 RPMRefine the first cut and develop clarity and luster.
5 · FinishUBM + Competition Purple · about 1,800 RPMCreate the final show-quality finish, then maintain it with EZ Red.

THE POLISHING PROCESS

Start only as aggressive as the metal needs

  1. 1
    Inspect and clean

    Wash the surface or use a mild cleaner to remove contaminants and residue.

  2. 2
    Sand selectively

    Use 320 and 600 grit only where severe defects require correction.

  3. 3
    Cut with Red + T121

    Remove sanding lines and oxidation at about 3,500 RPM in most cases.

  4. 4
    Color with Yellow + Q36

    Refine the cut and bring up luster at about 3,000 RPM.

  5. 5
    Finish with UBM + Purple

    Complete the final show-quality stage at about 1,800 RPM, then maintain with EZ Red.

Q36 Advanced Polishing Kit for big-rig fuel tanks and marine aluminum

BUILT FOR ADVANCED METAL WORK

Where the Q36 kit fits

Big-rig fuel and oil tanksRestore clarity and shine on accessible polishable aluminum.
Truck wheelsCorrect and refine suitable bare aluminum or stainless wheel surfaces.
Marine applicationsUse the staged process on compatible aluminum and stainless components.
Exhaust pipesDevelop a bright finish on suitable stainless surfaces.
Bumpers + accessoriesPolish compatible steel, aluminum and stainless vehicle components.
General restorationKeep a complete correction-through-maintenance system ready for the next job.

BEFORE YOU START

Mount, prepare and protect

01Verify ratings and compatibility

Confirm every wheel and accessory is compatible with the machine, surface and intended operating speed.

02Always use Safety Flanges

Mount center-plate wheels with the included flanges and follow the machine manufacturer’s instructions.

03Rake and separate wheels

Clean wheels every few passes and never cross-contaminate compounds.

04Wear proper protection

Use appropriate eye, respiratory, hand and hearing protection throughout sanding and polishing.

PROOF FROM THE SHOP AND ROAD

See what verified buyers polished

Customer reviews below include results on diamond plate, semi trucks, dump trucks and other working metal.

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Q36 ADVANCED KIT FAQ

Questions before you start

Which metals is this kit designed for?

The Q36 Advanced Kit is designed for polishable aluminum and stainless steel, including suitable vehicle, marine and restoration applications.

Do I need to sand every surface?

No. Use the 320- and 600-grit discs only when deep scratches, pitting, heavy oxidation, chemical burns or rust require correction. Start with the least aggressive step that matches the surface.

Which wheel and compound pairs go together?

Use Double-Stitched Red with T121 for cutting, Stitched Yellow with Q36 Olive for coloring, and UBM with Competition Purple for the final finish. Keep each compound on its own dedicated wheel.

What speeds should I use?

The product process calls for about 3,500 RPM for Red + T121, about 3,000 RPM for Yellow + Q36 Olive, and about 1,800 RPM for UBM + Competition Purple. Always verify the ratings and instructions for your machine, wheel and accessories.

Are the sander and polishing machine included?

No. The kit supplies the listed sanding, polishing, mounting and maintenance products. Compatible machines are sold separately.

How should I maintain the finished surface?

Use EZ Red Sprayable Metal Polish with the included microfiber towels to help remove residue, water spots and very minor imperfections and maintain the shine.

READY FOR THE ADVANCED FINISH?

Correct, color and finish with one matched system

Take aluminum and stainless from defect correction to a show-quality shine.

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