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Old Dec 20, 2007 | 04:50 PM
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is this compatible with my corsa tips? im not sure wether they are chrome or s/s....how about my wheels?

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It can't hurt, but I believe the CORSA systems are all stainless...
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It can't hurt, but I believe the CORSA systems are all stainless...
so if they are S/S wont this ruin the finish?
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You can use it.Corsa's are chrome.I've been using that
product for 4 years and have never had any ill-effect.
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Originally Posted by mickey_7106
so if they are S/S wont this ruin the finish?
I wasn't aware that the CORSA tips were chrome...but to answer your question, chrome polish is usually a finer/milder grade of polish (less grit) so it doesn't scratch the thin veneer of chrome.
On stainless, it would do no harm as it's a metal not a coating.
If in doubt, ask the manufacturer of the exhaust system or read the label of the polish.

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Old Dec 20, 2007 | 05:37 PM
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I have the Corsa exhaust as well. I tried a lot of different polishes but found Adam's Metal polish 1+2 are the best by far. I put on two coats of #1, then one of #2. i waited 2 weeks and did it again. My $.02.
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cool thanx for the info guyz
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For my stainless tips, I use Mothers Mag and Aluminum polish on mine and it does a very good job of keeping them looking nice.
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I've used that stuff forever on all of my cars.
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
For my stainless tips, I use Mothers Mag and Aluminum polish on mine and it does a very good job of keeping them looking nice.
Simichrome is good, too. A little harder to find, though.
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