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Old 03-20-2003, 10:46 AM
jbashaw jbashaw is offline
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Default Removing the chrome surface from aluminum based auto trim

I would appreciate any info regarding my options for removing a thin chrome surface from upper body trim for a 1967 Dodge Dart. The trim, in its current shape is straight and dentless, but has scratches that cut through the chrome, into the aluminum. When attempting to sand them out, I cut into the aluminum. On one piece, I sanded off all of the chrome, then used black emory, followed by tripoli, and it shines like a mirror. The only thing is that it will take me several years to sand the chrome off the remaining pieces. I tried a wire wheel; removed the chrome quickly, but grooved the aluminum a lot which required, you guessed it, more sanding. Thanks in advance for the help.

Jim
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