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Old 03-25-2012, 08:35 PM   #1
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wheel metal identification
Hi there, I am wondering how to determine from which metal a wheel is made from.

Like if it is aluminum, chrome, or a variation of both, etc.

Any tips would be great.

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Re: wheel metal identification
It's probably steel if it's magnetic. Aluminum if it's not.
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Re: wheel metal identification
Not enough info.
Also, if you are thinking about polishing out aluminum alloy, you most likely will not get a high luster shine.
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