How in the hll do you keep aluminum Fatboy rims clean?

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May 28, 2011 | 07:08 PM

#21

Mr.Softy

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Originally Posted by dugan

another vote for chrome. you can trade them in for a chrome set. check eBay.

Has anyone dealt with an ebay seller on exchanging stock rims for chromed? I would like to hear how the deal and rims were. Been considering this myself but unsure of these sellers.

May 29, 2011 | 02:25 AM

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HoggyMtnBreakdown

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Originally Posted by Rider1200

Has anyone dealt with an ebay seller on exchanging stock rims for chromed? I would like to hear how the deal and rims were. Been considering this myself but unsure of these sellers.

Yeah, I have a set of black powder coated and chrome turbine cut wheels from that seller. Had 'em since December, but I haven't gotten around to putting them on, yet. They look pretty nice. Deal went well. The seller is called Impress Plating & Polishing and you can visit their website here.

Nov 20, 2011 | 04:11 AM

#23

RasSte

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From: So Cal

Flitz... use Kleenex really good until black, wipe it off with a rag and then use wax.
I tried alot of different products and this one makes the rims shine like new.

Dec 1, 2011 | 04:31 AM

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tbonetony06

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Gettem powder coated or chrome plated.

Dec 1, 2011 | 11:58 AM

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JRK5892

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can always send them our way for powder!

Dec 1, 2011 | 12:13 PM

#26

toastman

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Are the rims clear coated from the factory?

If not...1000 then 2000 grit sandpaper, they'll shine better than chrome

Last edited by toastman; Dec 1, 2011 at 02:13 PM.

Dec 1, 2011 | 02:10 PM

#27

jneubig

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I picked up a set of OEM chrome wheels on e-Bay a while back for mine. I kept looking and looking and finally scored them for $400 plus $50 shipping. No swaps. I sold my originals for $300, so was only out $150.00. Keep looking, they do pop up from time to time.

Dec 2, 2011 | 12:15 PM

#28

cmosentine

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Originally Posted by bikersurgeon

mine have been so bad I had to use 2000 grit sandpaper...shame on me, I know

When I bought my '08 softail, the wheels needed major rehab. Previous owner never touched them. I used the scotch brite pads starting with green, then red-brown and finally gray. Finished off with Al. polish. They now gleam.

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Dec 2, 2011 | 12:40 PM

#29

STLFLSTF_Mike

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Look for a chrome house in your town..........it would be expensive to ship them to have chromed. If you know anyone that works at a machine shop they will know the good plating houses in your area.

Obviously my vote is chrome also!