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FordFan2009
05-25-2009, 07:34 PM
I have Chrome steel bumpers on my truck, they look decent but I think they could look alot better. I`ve tried mothers chrome polish but it doesn`t seem to be any different then a good sealant. Can I use my PC on them with a mild polish to really bring out the shine or will the comprimise the chrome coating? these are Steel not plastic so I would think they can take a little more abuse.

GoudyL
05-25-2009, 09:52 PM
I have Chrome steel bumpers on my truck, they look decent but I think they could look alot better. I`ve tried mothers chrome polish but it doesn`t seem to be any different then a good sealant. Can I use my PC on them with a mild polish to really bring out the shine or will the comprimise the chrome coating? these are Steel not plastic so I would think they can take a little more abuse.



You can try chrome wheel cleaner to acid clean the surface (apply to a disposable shop towel, wear gloves and be very careful), and then polish it again, with more chrome polish. Mother`s makes the powercone which can be useful for polishing with an electric drill.



I wouldn`t use anything but chrome polish on it.

imported_MBenz
05-25-2009, 10:22 PM
The front bumper on my suburban needs some serious attention. I am experimenting with some things now and i will let you know if i find anything that works well. IME chrome is very robust so i am not going to be shy with a polisher or chemicals.

jtford95
05-26-2009, 01:54 AM
Try some #000 steelwool on them. And then polish them with any chrome polish. They will come out great. I have chrome steel wheels on my truck, and that is how I clean them some times and they come out fine

FordFan2009
05-26-2009, 02:10 AM
where can I find #000 Steel wool?

FordFan2009
05-27-2009, 12:09 AM
Just bumpin this thing to find out where I can find some #000 steel wool

smokin180
05-31-2009, 05:17 PM
Hardware store

bill57
05-31-2009, 08:32 PM
Simichrome Polish may work for you.

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