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Hey everyone
I was wonder what others use to clean their chrome on their cars. I haven't decided what I should use. I can't tell any difference between one or another. Any recommendations ?
Thanks,
Cliff
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Backyard Mechanic
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I've used Simichrome, Mothers, and Never dull. They all work fairly well.
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I like neverdull and semichrome myself
Kevin
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I've used Semichrome, Mothers, and Never dull. They all work fairly well. I have used the same 3 with good results but if I had to pick one it would be "simichrome".
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 You might check with the Antique Mechanic to see if it's on his list!! I'll quit after this one Ray. I just couldn't resist.
Last edited by Speedy1; 11/22/11 11:47 PM.
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Technical Advisor ChatMaster - 10,000
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In the radio shop I use super fine steel wool to polish and clean the chrome pieces.  
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
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If available, try a product called, 'Purple'.
John
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If any WIZARD'S products are available...THEY ROCK!!!
two products-Metal Renew, a liquid-works very well on chrome and plated finishes
and they also make a wad style that is the same product on a
very fine wool...this would be for aluminum or stainless or brass or anything that isn't plated
It smells of bubble gum too...bonus
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GregoryBee
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1960 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
1965 Dodge D-100 Towne Panel
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Will the steel wool help with very small "chips" in the chrome ?
Thanks,
Cliff
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YES, try it on some part you don't want. Then add some chrome polish of choice and do the finish work on your part you wish to clean. You will be surprised.
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
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I have been riding Harleys and polishing chrome my whole life and semi-chrome is always one of my favorites until I was givin a bottle of Brite Boy Metal Polish. This stuff is amazing. When I bought my 31 coupe the bumpers had not been touched in over 10 years and they looked like they were rechromed in about 10 minutes. You just wipe it on/off, does not require rubbing. It takes out the small blemishes and pitts just like semi-chrome without the work.
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