(sigh) rust on chrome
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(sigh) rust on chrome
Well, I've ridden much of the winter months but my chrome has paid the price what with exposure to salt and chemicals. My pipes are showing signs of rust and my spoke rims are looking bad enough to almost bring tears to this rider's eyes. I will continue to ride in the cold but would appreciate any insights on how to stop the rust and, perhaps, to better protect my chrome in the future.
Thanks.
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Thanks.
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RE: (sigh) rust on chrome
Sorry to hear that, Marc.
My first guess is to spray WD-40 on it. You can wipe some of the surface rust off, and using a little steel wool will remove the rust but it'll also scratch up your chrome. Maybe a dishwashing scrubber would be better? And my chrome polish is supposed to prevent rust so I suppose I'd start doing that. Hopefully others have better advice though. Good luck on it.
My first guess is to spray WD-40 on it. You can wipe some of the surface rust off, and using a little steel wool will remove the rust but it'll also scratch up your chrome. Maybe a dishwashing scrubber would be better? And my chrome polish is supposed to prevent rust so I suppose I'd start doing that. Hopefully others have better advice though. Good luck on it.
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RE: (sigh) rust on chrome
Never dull is good. Also try Flitz metal polish. http://www.flitz-polish.com/?source=gg&camp=flitz&grp=name&term=fl itz%20metal&&s_kwcid=flitz%20metal|7466623 39&gclid=CKHuzOiN84oCFRdLYQodolHylw
But keeping it clean is the main thing In my opinion. A real pain in the rear, but worth it once it is claen and rust free again. Also check out s100 corrosion protection. Supposedly it will keep it from rusting. Most stealers have it...
But keeping it clean is the main thing In my opinion. A real pain in the rear, but worth it once it is claen and rust free again. Also check out s100 corrosion protection. Supposedly it will keep it from rusting. Most stealers have it...
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RE: (sigh) rust on chrome
For minor rust and pitting, try Nevel Jelly. Ever heard of it? It's a pink jelly that you apply to a small area with a brush, let sit for a short time, then wipe off with wet cloth. It's harsh but if used correctly, takes rust right off! Usually, Autozone or other like stores have it. I used it on a Bad Boy I bought that sat in a barn for some years and needed some attention and it worked fine!
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"Never Dull" boy does that bring back memories. The Navy's version of Brasso. You can find it at Wally World. It has my vote too
"Never Dull" boy does that bring back memories. The Navy's version of Brasso. You can find it at Wally World. It has my vote too
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RE: (sigh) rust on chrome
hello all, yes i concur with the naval jelly for more stubborn rust. for light surface rust onchrome bumpers and suchi use 0000 steel wool with great results. just make sure you use the 0000 as000 and lesswill be too abrasive, and keep it wet with either water or wd-40.
DO NOT USE A GREEN SCRUBBY (ie. 3-M Scotchbrite), unless you wanta brushed aluminum look.
make sure you keep the steel wool clean by rinsing it (when using water) or change to a new pad frequently (when using wd-40) to keep the removed rust that is embedded in the steel wool from scratching your work. good luck
DO NOT USE A GREEN SCRUBBY (ie. 3-M Scotchbrite), unless you wanta brushed aluminum look.
make sure you keep the steel wool clean by rinsing it (when using water) or change to a new pad frequently (when using wd-40) to keep the removed rust that is embedded in the steel wool from scratching your work. good luck
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RE: (sigh) rust on chrome
Try wadded up tinfoil and water. I live on the Pacific coast and rust is a daily thing here as even the air is heavily salted it seems. Tinfoil and water followed with a liberal coat of Carnuba helps me fight it.
One other thing. The tinfoil dosen't scratch the chrome either so scrub away.
One other thing. The tinfoil dosen't scratch the chrome either so scrub away.
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