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Mar 30, 2015 | 09:23 PM

2mOOn

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"preparing" new chrome wheels

I've got new chrome wheels for my bike and before I install them I'd like to prepare them for protection against pitting and what not. Also to perhaps make it easier for future cleaning.

I have given them 2 coats of polish (Mothers Chrome Polish) but wondered if there is anything else I need to do like maybe a couple coats of wax (what type?) or perhaps a sealant (again, what type?).

Any insight is appreciated. Thanks.

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Mar 30, 2015 | 09:53 PM

TriGeezer

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IMHO, wheels are chromed to reduce maintenance. Well, at least that's why all 3 of mine are chromed. A coat of good wax, that you already did, should be adequate.

Mar 30, 2015 | 10:41 PM

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You might want to install Lyndall or other low dust brake pads. The wheels will be easier to clean and will stay cleaner longer.

Mar 31, 2015 | 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by bklynbob

You might want to install Lyndall or other low dust brake pads. The wheels will be easier to clean and will stay cleaner longer.

Do "Low Dust"' pads have any effect on the rotor?

Mar 31, 2015 | 09:06 AM

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a good coat of car wax is all you need.

Mar 31, 2015 | 10:26 AM

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One coat of wax is sufficient. If you put two coats of wax on them the second coat will just remove the first.

Mar 31, 2015 | 08:26 PM

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Sorry it's taken so long to get back to y'all. Been truckin'

Thanks for all the responses. I guess I'm over thinking this a little. LOL

I am replacing the stock wheels and tires along with new rotors all around so I should be able to drop the old wheels/tires and put the new wheels/tires on. Quick and easy....at least that's how I envision it anyway. Should be able to get to that project in the next couple of weeks.

I am also putting Progressive 944's on the rear and Progressive monotubes in the front as well as the chrome fork kit. But that will be sometime around the first of May.

Have a good ride!!

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