autogeekonline car wax, car care and auto detailing forum Autogeek on TV
car wax, car care and auto detailing forumAutogeekonline autogeekonline car wax, car care and auto detailing forum HomeForumBlogAutogeek.net StoreDetailing Classes with Mike PhillipsGalleryDetailing How To's
 
Thanks Thanks:  0
Likes Likes:  0
Dislikes Dislikes:  0
Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 14
  1. #1
    Newbie Member
    Join Date
    Apr 2012
    Posts
    18
    Post Thanks / Like

    Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    My wife's new Ford Edge has a lot of chromed plastic on the front end as well as chrome clad wheels (basically plastic chrome over an aluminium wheel). Any special care required for these or can I use the same products I'll use on the paint (Pinnacle Cleansing lotion and Collinite 845)?

    Thanks
    Attached Thumbnails Attached Thumbnails Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome-p1070138-jpg   Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome-p1070139-jpg  

  2. #2
    Super Member mswerb's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2010
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Posts
    444
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    I have a 2007 Chevy Equinox with the "plastic chrome" on the front end as well. (not as much as yours) I find that any good glass cleaner works well and makes cleaning a bit easier the next time.

  3. #3
    Super Member A-train's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2011
    Location
    Upstate, SC
    Posts
    1,167
    Post Thanks / Like
    You will be fine with those products. Always nice to follow up with a layer of protection. I prefer klasse AIO.

  4. #4
    Super Member duck_commander's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    Pittsburgh PA
    Posts
    289
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    dbark - i also found using a good spray wax on the chrome and fake chrome everytime i use it on the paint works good too. Just take a look at my avitar, and you'll know how much of a headache i have too

  5. #5
    Super Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2010
    Location
    Fairmont, MN
    Posts
    3,189
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    I too am blessed with a boat (really, truck load) load of 'plastic chrome', I've found using a GENTLE AIO does a fine job.

    For me, Meg's Cleaner/Wax. The maroon bottle.

    Bill

  6. #6
    Junior Member SilverRebel's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2011
    Posts
    91
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    From the AG detailing how to clean and polish chrome wheels.

    *Note: Plastic chrome wheels or plastic chrome trim is not real chrome! The same rules do not apply. Plastic with a chrome finish should be treated like plastic, not metal.

  7. #7
    Super Member duck_commander's Avatar
    Join Date
    Dec 2010
    Location
    Pittsburgh PA
    Posts
    289
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    SilverRebel - you are probably right... but i found with the fake plastic chrome and the real chrome on my Ford truck, i have to use Meguiars Hot Rims Mag & Aluminum Polish to brighten it up, and then i apply what ever sealant or wax i use when detailing my paint. I've found if i don't do this, the fake chrome and real chrome will get little orange rust looking spots after a long winter. Again, i've found that is what works best for me.

  8. #8
    Super Member Bunky's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jun 2007
    Location
    Hillsborough, NC
    Posts
    6,201
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    Quote Originally Posted by BillE View Post
    I too am blessed with a boat (really, truck load) load of 'plastic chrome', I've found using a GENTLE AIO does a fine job.

    For me, Meg's Cleaner/Wax. The maroon bottle.

    Bill
    I typically use Mothers cleaner/wax - it used to come with the clay kit so had a few of the 4oz bottles.
    Al
    The Need to Bead

  9. #9
    Super Member
    Join Date
    Aug 2010
    Location
    Fairmont, MN
    Posts
    3,189
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    Quote Originally Posted by Bunky View Post
    I typically use Mothers cleaner/wax - it used to come with the clay kit so had a few of the 4oz bottles.
    I remember those...that is/was a pretty nice AIO also. I gave a lot of them away to friends that were 'starting out.' Like it means a lot...but really had a nice aroma.

    Bill

  10. #10
    Super Member alko's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2011
    Posts
    4,342
    Post Thanks / Like

    Re: Cleaning/protecting plastic chrome

    To add to the OP's question, can you clay the chrome plastic?
    Alex
    ...."Do the right thing...even when no one is looking"

Page 1 of 2 12 LastLast

Similar Threads

  1. Cleaning/protecting chrome wheels with painted sections.
    By GrumpyOldGuy in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 08-13-2017, 12:26 PM
  2. Cleaning and protecting GM chrome wheels
    By bowtieman81 in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 11-07-2012, 08:31 AM
  3. cleaning and protecting plastic wheel covers?
    By The Moose in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 07-23-2012, 08:54 AM
  4. Protecting Chrome in Florida
    By tanninman in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 12
    Last Post: 06-20-2011, 07:07 PM
  5. cleaning chrome plated plastic on escalade
    By tech76 in forum Auto Detailing 101
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 05-30-2011, 12:11 AM

Members who have read this thread: 0

There are no members to list at the moment.

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

» March 2024

S M T W T F S
2526272829 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31 123456