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Title: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: JDM82 on 29 July 2011, 14:29

Whats best to use on the chrome effect window trim to clean it and to protect it?

Im replacing all the chrome trim on my A4 cause they previous owner used chrome cleaner and rubbed the shine off it. Its costing a small fortune to replace so I wanna keep it in tip top condition  :wink:

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: Dan J on 31 July 2011, 21:58

Fk1000p is a very good wax hybrid and is very durable, also look into wolfs body wrap which is getting good reviews on DW http://www.waxamomo.co.uk/index.php?app=ecom&ns=prodshow&ref=WP-0NT

both are well worth looking into for good protection and durability,

ps im so glad my audi doesnt have the crome trim:)

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: Adam on 01 August 2011, 10:39

I have the same problem. What can we do to bring it back up looking its best?

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 12:41

i used Super resin polish on the audi A3 here and it worked a treat

Could also try a mild metal polish, non abrasive type so not Autosol

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: Adam on 01 August 2011, 13:06

Quote from: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 12:41

i used Super resin polish on the audi A3 here and it worked a treat

Could also try a mild metal polish, non abrasive type so not Autosol

Cheers i'll try that today

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: Dan J on 01 August 2011, 14:12

i wouldnt recommend metal polishes as this trim isnt actually metal its coated so a finishing or medium polish is all thats needed really to bring it back up before you seal and protect it.

Title: Re: Chrome window trim cleaning
Post by: F17BAD on 01 August 2011, 15:55

the non abrasive stuff is fine for it, says you can even use it on chrome plated plastic on the bottle

as i say, i used AG Super resin polish, worked a charm  :smiley: