Peugeot Versailles Restoration - Ep3 - Cleaning & Polishing

Vintage bicycle restoration starts with the most satisfying step in the entire process: cleaning decades of grime and bringing old parts back to life. In this episode of the 1988 Peugeot Versailles restoration, I break down the full process of deep cleaning, degreasing, polishing, and reviving vintage bicycle components. Years of dirt, oxidization, and grease buildup get stripped away as we restore classic parts back to their former shine. This video covers the tools, chemicals, and techniques used to clean and polish vintage bike parts, including derailleurs, brake hardware, bolts, aluminum components, and other small parts commonly found on classic steel bicycles. You'll see how I use products like Simple Green, metal polishing compounds, Flitz polish, penetrating oil, brushes, and detailing tools to safely remove grime without damaging delicate vintage components. Whether you're restoring a Peugeot, Nishiki, Mercier, or any classic steel road bike, these techniques will help you bring old components back to life and prepare them for reassembly. This build is part of the ongoing Peugeot Versailles restoration series, documenting the process of transforming a neglected vintage bike into a fully restored ride. If you enjoy vintage bicycle restoration, diy builds, classic steel bikes, and hands-on craft, subscribe and follow along as the full build comes together. New episodes documenting the restoration process are released regularly. #vintagebikerestoration #steelbike #peugeot