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How to remove waterspots from chrome
Anyone know how to remove waterspots from chrome window trim? My '73 911 sat outside, mmobile for the last decade in the possession of the previous owner. As a result, the trim around the windows is dull and marked with what appear to be waterspots. I've tried various types of chrome or metal polish with no real progress. Any suggestions?
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Are you sure it's chrome, and not anodized? If it sat for a decade, my guess is that chrome would have rusted.
You might gently try some extra fine (0000) steel wool. Otherwise, you may have to remove the trim and have it reanodized (or chromed). Scott
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A friend of mine who used to detail cars told me he would use a vinegar and water solution on water spots. I know it works on faucets and shower heads, but I personally have not had the guts to try it on 18 yr old paint (sunroof has water spots).
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I'm not sure if they're chrome or anodized. They are the stock trim pieces around the windshield, rear window, the quarter windows and frames, and the door window sill. The replacement parts offered by our host say they are chrome, so I assume they are chrome.
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If they're chrome, and chrome polish on a rag won't help, try the chrome polish on extra fine steel wool.
If that doesn't work, you may have to have them rechromed. It shouldn't be too difficult to pop them off and send them to a local rechromer.
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