chrome license plate frames

im_wicked247 · 11-28-05, 08:11

I just purchased two chrome license plate frames and want to keep them looking new. What product do you guys suggest I use to keep the rust off?

tom p. · 11-28-05, 08:29

Are they hi quality or the cheapies?

White95Max · 11-28-05, 09:32

Seal them with SG. If the water can't get to the metal, the chemical reaction can't occur (I think).

3Dog · 11-28-05, 12:06

I Prime/A-JettX2 the frame, cover and plate.

im_wicked247 · 11-29-05, 06:43

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Originally Posted by tom p.

Are they hi quality or the cheapies?

They are the high quality solid brass ones....at least they better be for the funds I forked out.

I was planning on using the Turtle Wax Chrome cleaner to keep them looking sweet and sassy....

tom p. · 11-29-05, 06:56

Good, the cheapies always rot out and get stained in no time at all. I, too, bought some expensive ones from Griot's long ago and am still using them today. I am surprised they have held up so well. The front one is somewhat sandblasted but what do you expect. OTOH, no rust.

I find the hardware causes a little staining when it rust but it's easily cleaned up with chrome polish or your basic one step wax.

I think using a sealant/wax of some type will probably give the best protection. Good luck with it.

White95Max · 11-29-05, 02:30

Rather than constantly cleaning the frames with chemicals, why not just seal them right away and clean them with car soap from then on?

Frenzy · 11-30-05, 02:46

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Originally Posted by im_wicked247

I just purchased two chrome license plate frames and want to keep them looking new. What product do you guys suggest I use to keep the rust off?

Send me your address and I'll be happy to send you a sample.