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Old 03-29-2008, 06:16 PM
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Default Re: Cosmaline? COATING???

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Originally Posted by CarWiz View Post
I'd agree. Sounds like zinc and if it's grey, it's oxidized and at least needs to be treated to bring the shine back. PC'ing over oxidized metal will give you nothing but heartaches. Just about any mild acid will strip the ZnO but it's faster with one of the stronger acids.
It was never shiny, it's some sort of protectant coating I think.
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