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likaroc13 · 09-12-2009, 12:50 PM

i've been trying to figure out which grade of steel wool is best to remove light surface rust from the chrome bumpers on my '66 C-10...do I need Fine "0", Very fine "00", Extra fine "000", or Super fine "0000"?

also, where's the best place to find it?

thanks for any help

mbgmike · 09-12-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

i've been trying to figure out which grade of steel wool is best to remove light surface rust from the chrome bumpers on my '66 C-10...do I need Fine "0", Very fine "00", Extra fine "000", or Super fine "0000"?

also, where's the best place to find it?

thanks for any help

nothing more course than 0000 IMO if light rust. it even is ok on plastic plated if done gently.
Anywhere they sell it is ok. Now if you want the oilfree wool like some woodworkers its a little harder to find. We just go to a hardware store

cdowns · 09-12-2009, 02:09 PM

you can spray the crap out of them a few times with WD40 before doing anyscrubbing. if you need to use steelwool use the fineest grade you can find// i'll spray them with the wd40 pbblaster or if i have it GIBBSoil and just use mothers metal polish cut with the spray cleans up things pretty good

piecesparts · 09-16-2009, 01:24 PM

Use a product called "Naval Jel" to remove the rust without scratching the metal coating in the chrome.

72BlckButy · 09-16-2009, 02:19 PM

with Frank, naval jelly is the way to go.

I did however use 4-ott, 0000, steel wool recently on a project and it worked perfectly and didn't gouge or scratch the metal.

bigblock73 · 09-18-2009, 11:56 PM

I have always used 4ot on rusty chrome...works perfect.

Northern lights · 09-19-2009, 08:55 AM

I don't think you can scratch chrome with any mild steel wool. Stainless steel wool however......?. Be careful with naval jelly as it's an acid and will etch steel and is used to 'frost' steel gun parts

fiddy9apache · 09-19-2009, 11:07 AM

i use 0000 steel wool on glass and my chrome. i use windex as a lubricate

**truckdude239** · 09-20-2009, 02:35 PM

here at work we use 0000 fine grade with metal polish or glass polish for windows (removes water spotting on windows)

sangermike · 09-24-2009, 12:15 AM

mbgmike · 09-24-2009, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by sangermike

guys. please do your self a favor. DO NOT USE STEELWOOL ON PLASTIC CHROME. think about it.

www.metalwax.com

I guess if you don't know how to do it you should not. Think about it. We do it all the time when needed and without scratching it. just have to have lubricant and a soft touch.

cdowns · 09-24-2009, 09:06 AM

never seen plastic chrome rust

mbgmike · 09-24-2009, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

never seen plastic chrome rust

its plastic rust

We have taken over spray off grilles at times and you can't even tell it was done with 5 steel wool. Not saying it should be used to regularly clean chrome.

Mudder · 09-30-2009, 08:26 AM

Some of the new mirrors are plastic. I have used razor plades to get water spots off before on glass so I thought it would work on my side mirrors. Bad decission. Had to replace it.

likaroc13 · 11-09-2009, 01:08 PM

Update:

i used the Eagle One Never Dull wadding polish...this stuff did the trick, & my front bumper & grill look great...now to tackle the rear bumper & other trim

nds1968 · 11-22-2009, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

Update:

i used the Eagle One Never Dull wadding polish...this stuff did the trick, & my front bumper & grill look great...now to tackle the rear bumper & other trim

Yeah this is what I use on chrome. I'm always happy with the results.

tcb-1 · 11-23-2009, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

Update:

i used the Eagle One Never Dull wadding polish...this stuff did the trick, & my front bumper & grill look great...now to tackle the rear bumper & other trim

my choice as well!!!

lyrikz · 11-24-2009, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Northern lights

I don't think you can scratch chrome with any mild steel wool. Stainless steel wool however......?. Be careful with naval jelly as it's an acid and will etch steel and is used to 'frost' steel gun parts

You can scratch chrome with 0000. Ask me how. ahaha.

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Originally Posted by truckdude239

here at work we use 0000 fine grade with metal polish or glass polish for windows (removes water spotting on windows)

When i managed a detail shop, we used to do that. Have to be carefull because you can put fine scuffs in the glass that you can see at certain angles.

storked82 · 11-09-2009, 07:48 PM

Hey likearock13

Try aluminum foil wad it up shinny side down use a little dish soap or a can of coke works good and go to town it WILL take that surface rust right off very easy and its cheap just and old trick I learned a few years ago I told a friend about it here a couple of weeks ago for his rims he thought I lost my mined LOL so he gave it a try he couldnt beleave it so give it a try

Hoped this helped

Jeff Main

Mudder · 11-24-2009, 10:20 AM

Did you guys know that this product and Never Dull are from the same company? I have used this stuff on my aluminum wheels and it is very good stuff.

This stuff is about the same color as cotton candy. Comes in a rope like never Dull.

mbgmike · 11-24-2009, 11:16 AM

Yeah we have used never dull stuff for over 25 years

09-12-2009, 12:50 PM	#1
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? i've been trying to figure out which grade of steel wool is best to remove light surface rust from the chrome bumpers on my '66 C-10...do I need Fine "0", Very fine "00", Extra fine "000", or Super fine "0000"? also, where's the best place to find it? thanks for any help

09-12-2009, 02:09 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? you can spray the crap out of them a few times with WD40 before doing anyscrubbing. if you need to use steelwool use the fineest grade you can find// i'll spray them with the wd40 pbblaster or if i have it GIBBSoil and just use mothers metal polish cut with the spray cleans up things pretty good __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-16-2009, 01:24 PM	#4
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Use a product called "Naval Jel" to remove the rust without scratching the metal coating in the chrome. __________________ Frank

09-16-2009, 02:19 PM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? with Frank, naval jelly is the way to go. I did however use 4-ott, 0000, steel wool recently on a project and it worked perfectly and didn't gouge or scratch the metal. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

09-18-2009, 11:56 PM	#6
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? I have always used 4ot on rusty chrome...works perfect. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

09-19-2009, 08:55 AM	#7
Northern lights Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Whitemud Alberta Posts: 328	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? I don't think you can scratch chrome with any mild steel wool. Stainless steel wool however......?. Be careful with naval jelly as it's an acid and will etch steel and is used to 'frost' steel gun parts

09-19-2009, 11:07 AM	#8
fiddy9apache Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: ftw tex Posts: 682	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? i use 0000 steel wool on glass and my chrome. i use windex as a lubricate

09-20-2009, 02:35 PM	#9
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,238	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? here at work we use 0000 fine grade with metal polish or glass polish for windows (removes water spotting on windows) __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

09-24-2009, 12:15 AM	#10
sangermike Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: yuba city Posts: 53	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Last edited by sangermike; 10-22-2009 at 11:58 PM.

09-24-2009, 09:06 AM	#12
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? never seen plastic chrome rust __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-30-2009, 08:26 AM	#14
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Some of the new mirrors are plastic. I have used razor plades to get water spots off before on glass so I thought it would work on my side mirrors. Bad decission. Had to replace it.

11-09-2009, 01:08 PM	#15
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Update: i used the Eagle One Never Dull wadding polish...this stuff did the trick, & my front bumper & grill look great...now to tackle the rear bumper & other trim

11-09-2009, 07:48 PM	#19
storked82 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vandalia IL Posts: 149	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Hey likearock13 Try aluminum foil wad it up shinny side down use a little dish soap or a can of coke works good and go to town it WILL take that surface rust right off very easy and its cheap just and old trick I learned a few years ago I told a friend about it here a couple of weeks ago for his rims he thought I lost my mined LOL so he gave it a try he couldnt beleave it so give it a try Hoped this helped Jeff Main

11-24-2009, 10:20 AM	#20
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Did you guys know that this product and Never Dull are from the same company? I have used this stuff on my aluminum wheels and it is very good stuff. This stuff is about the same color as cotton candy. Comes in a rope like never Dull. Attached Images Last edited by Mudder; 11-24-2009 at 10:21 AM.

11-24-2009, 11:16 AM	#21
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: which steel wool to clean chrome bumpers? Yeah we have used never dull stuff for over 25 years



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