Chrome vs. Polished
04-19-2007, 02:59 PM
#11
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
Polished rims are alittle more up keep than chrome, I know cause ive had both. But the polished rims have that dull shine that stands out better than chrome does imo. But I believe the best way to go would be a polished rim with a clear coat sprayed on them, imo. Chrome is just to much Bling/ghetto looking in most cases,imo.
04-19-2007, 03:18 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
ORIGINAL: jerrylee01
yes aluminum wheels can be pain in the *** to keep clean sometimes . but look at it this way if ur good at polishing wheels you can keep them for ever and always look good . even if get pits in them i have polished many sets of wheels with sand paper and lot rubbing ya thats lot damn work but i think its worth it when done . chrome wheels give them 2 years and they will have some kind rust or some dull spots . then what you gonna do ur not gonna sand those to get the shine back lol .and plus like said they are lot heavier . all 4 of my weld wheels prob weigh bout same as 2 chrome wheels and hell with all that i wanna keep everything as light as possable . but guess every one has there own oppion bout it tho ...
yes aluminum wheels can be pain in the *** to keep clean sometimes . but look at it this way if ur good at polishing wheels you can keep them for ever and always look good . even if get pits in them i have polished many sets of wheels with sand paper and lot rubbing ya thats lot damn work but i think its worth it when done . chrome wheels give them 2 years and they will have some kind rust or some dull spots . then what you gonna do ur not gonna sand those to get the shine back lol .and plus like said they are lot heavier . all 4 of my weld wheels prob weigh bout same as 2 chrome wheels and hell with all that i wanna keep everything as light as possable . but guess every one has there own oppion bout it tho ...
04-19-2007, 03:26 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
Chrome wheels are WAY more durable than polished/clear coated rims. If your caliper ever leaks and brake fluid goes on your rim with polished rims your clear coat is toast. But with chrome rims you simply wipe it away and it does absolutely 0 damage to the rim.
Ive had both kinds, and living in the salt belt it really doesnt matter what finish you have eventually theyll both get screwed. But chrome seems to be more resilient to the elements. And as for cleaning them, simply washa and wax just like you would the rest of the car. NEVER under ANY circumstances use any sort of wheel cleaner. This WILL destroy the finish of most wheels. Only use soap that youd use on the rest of the car, nothing else.
-P.
Ive had both kinds, and living in the salt belt it really doesnt matter what finish you have eventually theyll both get screwed. But chrome seems to be more resilient to the elements. And as for cleaning them, simply washa and wax just like you would the rest of the car. NEVER under ANY circumstances use any sort of wheel cleaner. This WILL destroy the finish of most wheels. Only use soap that youd use on the rest of the car, nothing else.
-P.
04-19-2007, 03:40 PM
#14
RE: Chrome vs. Polished
I personally prefer the polished aluminum. The biggest thing is you don't have to worry about rust! They shine really nice (not over-bearing), and the upkeep isn't that bad. I use a polish on my everyfew of weeks, I spend about 20-30 mins per rim and they look brand new again.
04-19-2007, 04:14 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
Well under the conditions of me not driving in the winter or rain or anything other than sun shine, would alum. wheels get as dirty/messed up as ppl are saying? B/c i do want to keep my car light.
04-19-2007, 04:38 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
I guess it just all depends on how much driving you do and conditions you drive in depending on where you live.Mine is not daily driven, it's mostly a weekend ride and I avoid rain and snow as well. Somine don't get very dirty and I don't have to spend that much time polishing them.
04-19-2007, 04:57 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
I prefer polished. Chrome is to much. My uncle has polished american racing torque thrust wheels on his car. I love them.
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04-19-2007, 05:26 PM
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RE: Chrome vs. Polished
Hey, your uncle has a nice 66? Goat!
ORIGINAL: frankbullitt
I prefer polished. Chrome is to much. My uncle has polished american racing torque thrust wheels on his car. I love them.
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I prefer polished. Chrome is to much. My uncle has polished american racing torque thrust wheels on his car. I love them.
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