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Old 02-05-2002 | 11:48 PM
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best way to get rust off of steel rims

I have chrome modulars on my 82 fire bird and one of them is starting to rust,Does anyone know what i can do to remove the rust and prevent it from comeing back?
Old 02-06-2002 | 01:55 AM
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If it's somewhat light, try Turtle Wax Chrome Polish/Rust Remover. It worked great on my old wheels' 10 year old chrome centercaps. It's made just for that situation. If it's a little heavier, you might be able to sand it down with some fine sandpapar (not enough to go through the chrome, just to smooth off the rust), and go over it with a metal polish.
Old 02-06-2002 | 10:27 AM
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can you say COCA--COLA?!?!?!?!?!?

Seriously, it works great!!!! If you don't believe me, try it to get the rust off your bathtub or outta the toilet first!!!!!

And if you find a galvanized nail that you're mad at, put it in a glass of Coca-Cola for a few days. It won't be there to make you mad anymore.

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Old 02-06-2002 | 12:23 PM
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Originally posted by Jza
If it's somewhat light, try Turtle Wax Chrome Polish/Rust Remover. It worked great on my old wheels' 10 year old chrome centercaps. It's made just for that situation. If it's a little heavier, you might be able to sand it down with some fine sandpapar (not enough to go through the chrome, just to smooth off the rust), and go over it with a metal polish.
That stuff works good, I'd give it a try if you don't have any Coca Cola handy. Would Pepsi work?
Old 02-06-2002 | 08:47 PM
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That stuff works good, I'd give it a try if you don't have any Coca Cola handy. Would Pepsi work?
Nope. It doesn't contain any phosphates like Coke does.

And I take it you think I'm joking? I'm not. It works especially well for anything with rust stains, like your clothes, or interior cloth. Just make sure you don't let it sit on there very long.

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Old 02-06-2002 | 08:49 PM
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I believe you, I was just trying to be dumb.
Old 02-06-2002 | 10:29 PM
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I believe you, I was just trying to be dumb.
Well yer not very much good at it, is ya? :sillylol:

:nono: Don't try and be somtin ya isn't, K?

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Semi-chrome metal polish, then wax.
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