Waxing your chrome

Reply Subscribe

Thread Tools

Search this Thread

Jun 28, 2005 | 05:04 AM

DeltaWolf

Thread Starter

Cruiser

Joined: Jun 2005

Posts: 159

Likes: 0

From: Jax, FL

Waxing your chrome

I just wonder if it is good to wax your chrome?
Like using Meguiars (Gold Class) on the chrome parts,
is this a good idea or is their some reason not to do this?
Thanks

Jun 30, 2005 | 02:01 AM

Outstanding HDF Member

Joined: Mar 2005

Posts: 2,913

Likes: 8

From: Darlington WI.

RE: Waxing your chrome

I had my lowers and triple trees chromed for my chopped 87 last spring and the chromer told me to wax them first thing because no matter how nice and smooth they look after chroming they can still have microscopic pinholes and scratches . After waxing these are filled in and smoothed over, if they are not waxed moisture can get a foot hold and give rust a place to start.

Jun 30, 2005 | 03:51 PM

DeltaWolf

Thread Starter

Cruiser

Joined: Jun 2005

Posts: 159

Likes: 0

From: Jax, FL

RE: Waxing your chrome

Thank You J.B.
I really thought it was good to wax the chrome,
but everyone chats so much about the paint care,
but never seems to mention how they care for the
chrome. I have an "05" FXDWG with lots O chrome
to take care of and just want to do it right.

Thanks again!

Jun 30, 2005 | 10:08 PM

DCRANER

Tourer

Joined: May 2005

Posts: 458

Likes: 0

From: N.J. !!!!!

RE: Waxing your chrome

Quote:

ORIGINAL: DeltaWolf

Thank You J.B.
I really thought it was good to wax the chrome,
but everyone chats so much about the paint care,
but never seems to mention how they care for the
chrome. I have an "05" FXDWG with lots O chrome
to take care of and just want to do it right.

Thanks again!

Cool, I have an 05 FXDWGI also, Lava Red.

And, as I know the chrome needs attention, but I think a heavy paste wax my get kind of smeary, I use the Maguairs NXT Speed Detailer, it is clear as water, is high tech, meaning it is a polymer that seals the surface, but is very thin. Just enough to protect and leaves a streak free crystal clear finish. Any overspray just disappears on the black engine powder coat.

Jul 1, 2005 | 02:57 AM

AceArt

Road Warrior

Joined: Feb 2005

Posts: 1,561

Likes: 1

From:

RE: Waxing your chrome

I like the McGuiar's Speed detailer and also Bom for quick touch ups. They work really well and are very easy, Art

Jul 1, 2005 | 03:02 PM

DeltaWolf

Thread Starter

Cruiser

Joined: Jun 2005

Posts: 159

Likes: 0

From: Jax, FL

RE: Waxing your chrome

Maguairs NXT Speed Detailer
Is this a spray & wipe? I will look for it next time.
Yea the Meguiars (Gold Class) is a mess when you
get it on the powercoat[:@]

Jul 1, 2005 | 03:34 PM

FreedmRider

Road Captain

Joined: Apr 2005

Posts: 535

Likes: 0

From: By the Ocean ...SoCal

RE: Waxing your chrome

Dave,

I use a product call "Protect All". It can be used on almost all surfaces. Qucik and easy to use and works great.

Here is a blurb about it...

Protect Allâ„¢ is a do-it-all product that cleans, polishes, waxes, treats, and protects all surfaces. Protect All'sâ„¢ water repellent carnauba wax formula provides a durable protection against all elements.

Simply spray, wipe, and polish dry for a durable, lasting shine. Protect All'sâ„¢ anti-static property is ideal for treating vinyl and leaves no oily film. With regular use, Protect All'sâ„¢ UV additive helps protect all surfaces by absorbing the UV light rays and blocking them from reaching the finish.

Trending Topics

Start your Sportster 1200/883

26

615
Oil pressure sensor 2002 Heritage Classic

26

619
DK Custom Oil Relocation Kit Question

26

687
What would cause this Front Tire failure?

23

1.2k
Why Folks State The Evo Is The Last Real Harley

18

468

Jul 2, 2005 | 02:01 AM

DCRANER

Tourer

Joined: May 2005

Posts: 458

Likes: 0

From: N.J. !!!!!

RE: Waxing your chrome

Quote:

ORIGINAL: DeltaWolf

Maguairs NXT Speed Detailer
Is this a spray & wipe? I will look for it next time.
Yea the Meguiars (Gold Class) is a mess when you
get it on the powercoat[:@]

Yes, Speed Detailer is for cleaning when things are not real dirty. Spray on a mist, wipe with a microfiber then buff with another microfiber. Does paint, chrome, etc. I do it after each ride in good weather, so never gets dirty and looks like new. First wax with NXT High Tech wax and maintain it with NXT Speed Detailer unless real dirty. It is a polymer and goes on very thin, can do exhaust, gets hot and no streaking, goes on clear as water. But, be sure to only use microfiber towels. I spray the towel and apply it when doing chrome near black engine, just to be extra careful with the black.

I was careful with the NXT wax near the black engine, just did it once, figure the Speed Detailer and / or good washing with NXT Car Wash when dirty will keep all in good shape.