How do I remove chrome, so I can paint?

George4
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How do I remove chrome, so I can paint?

19 Jun 2008 17:27

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Well the 750 CSR needs to look good before I drive it on the streets and the first thing is that I need to find a good way to remove the chrome from my wheels and grab bar so I can get them ready for paint. I am only trying to remove the chrome because I have some rust on these pieces also. Will sandblasting remove the chrome or is there a better way?

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1982 Kawasaki CSR 750cc twin
1975 Kawasaki F11-B 250cc 2-stroke
2000 Toyota Camry 2.2L I4
1989 Modified Mazda RX-7 1308cc Rotary

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Re: How do I remove chrome, so I can paint?

26 Jun 2008 21:52 - 26 Jun 2008 21:56

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I scuffed my chrome fender up with an abrasive wheel attached to a drill motor. I did this prior to painting it.

The scuffed up metal held the primer real tight.

I was very careful to not touch the surface and get skin oil on it.

I was sure to scuff up 100% of the exposed surface as well.

Worked great.

Wire wheel the rust, then go at it with a shot gun. That or emory cloth....

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