Wheel restoration question
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Burning Brakes
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From: Arden NC
Wheel restoration question
I have two Chromed speedline Z06 wheels that the chrome is peeling off of in various spots. Is there a forum vendor or a company that can remove the chrome? I wouldn't mind them having the factory finish.
What are my options? Thanks
What are my options? Thanks
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Chrome can be removed with chemicals, which is how it's applied. I wouldn't consider sand blasting which I've heard some recommend in the past. And I wouldn't recommend using Muratic Acid as I've also heard. Unless you know what you're doing with either, you could ruin a set of good oem wheels.
Are there any chrome shops locally near you?
You could contact this company. They have an excellent reputation for applying show chrome to oem factory wheels...
http://www.calchrome.com/
Are there any chrome shops locally near you?
You could contact this company. They have an excellent reputation for applying show chrome to oem factory wheels...
http://www.calchrome.com/
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These folks di a excellant job on my 2003 50th AE coupe.
www.wheelcollisioncenter.com
1-800-292-rims
www.wheelcollisioncenter.com
1-800-292-rims
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Chrome can be removed with chemicals, which is how it's applied. I wouldn't consider sand blasting which I've heard some recommend in the past. And I wouldn't recommend using Muratic Acid as I've also heard. Unless you know what you're doing with either, you could ruin a set of good oem wheels.
Are there any chrome shops locally near you?
You could contact this company. They have an excellent reputation for applying show chrome to oem factory wheels...
http://www.calchrome.com/
Are there any chrome shops locally near you?
You could contact this company. They have an excellent reputation for applying show chrome to oem factory wheels...
http://www.calchrome.com/
