See full version: How to Remove Rust From Chrome and Keep Chrome From Rusting
Before you begin any of the above steps, test the recommended products on your chrome and see if any tarnishing forms. If any discoloration or markings appear on the plating, discontinue using the product. In the end, I will include a short section on how to prevent rust stains from appearing on your chrome.
Not a fan of gel products? You can use spray products like the Mothers 05222 or the Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish. The Mothers 05222 is a product used to clean the chrome on vehicles. The Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish cleans chrome appliances such as refrigerators, trashcans, ovens, and more. Spray these products onto the surface of the chrome and wipe away with a cloth. here
Chemical cleaners that contain bromine, chlorine, iodine, and other elements can harm chrome plating. Chrome plating can develop cracks or have spaces where the chrome was not applied well. These chemicals can get into these cracks and corrode the metals underneath the plating. more
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If you are at an office or shared network, you can ask the network administrator to run a scan across the network looking for misconfigured or infected devices. here
If you are on a personal connection, like at home, you can run an anti-virus scan on your device to make sure it is not infected with malware. more
I've done nickel plating in the past. From the results I've had, simple nickel plating seems to be a good solution for the mostly unseen surfaces on the wheel. here
Ted Mooney , P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
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My concern is the tire bead area that needs some filling so the tires can make a good seal again. here
Chip Schweiss
Car restorer - Bridgeton, Missouri, USA
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Q. I get a "maybe possible but we will not guarantee" answer from most chroming firms on following question. Is it possible to fill light rust pitted areas on a motorcycle petrol tank and have it rechromed. I heard brazing was possible but this will need t=o much heat to apply (= warping). Is it possible to fill with lead tin or should I have it coppered before filling the pits with tin or with another material which can be applied without the risk of deforming the metal? Thanks in advance you for your reply.
Rub the freshly sanded area with steel wool. Again, take your time and move gently. here
Put on your safety goggles and gloves. These will protect you from any chrome or metal shards produced by the sanding of the wheel.
Wipe the wheel down with a wet rag to remove any chrome or metal dust. here
Remove the polish using a buffer cloth and a strong circular motion. [links]
In areas that receive a lot of snowfall during the winter months, main roads are often salted to hasten the melting of the snow and make driving safer. This salt mixes with the melted snow and dirt, creating a sludge that can wreak havoc on your car's chrome wheels or details. Salt deposits are especially harmful to chrome, as they are a direct cause of chrome pitting--small porelike holes that form on a chrome wheel's surface. If you know what you're doing, you can easily remove mild pitting using household materials.