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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 10:20 AM
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is it ok to use windex on chrome ?
Yes. But don't put wax on chrome.
 
Old Apr 7, 2013 | 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Bingee
Yes. But don't put wax on chrome.
What is your reasoning for this?
I've been riding over 45 years and wax everything. Slip-ons, heat shields, etc.
Whether it's painted or chrome, it gets waxed and often.
Never had a problem.
Wax will help the chrome from getting pitted and rust spots.
 
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