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53 Sombrero Wheel covers Chrome/Stainless?

Started by Jim Govoni, May 13, 2005, 08:15:37 AM

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Jim Govoni

May 13, 2005, 08:15:37 AM
Can anyone please let me know if the wheel covers used in 1953 were stainless or chrome plated? I want to buff mine out but dont want to ruin them if plated. Thanks, Jim

Herman clc #19416

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May 13, 2005, 12:14:23 PM
My recollection is that they were stainless steel and then what they called flash chromed over the stainless,  Dont go to the bank on this but I think this was the process.

Herman

daniel

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May 13, 2005, 04:50:37 PM
If it is anything like 1949, there are two types - stainless and chromed mild steel.  You should be able to check from the back side of the hubcap.  The stainless shouldnt have even a hint of rust except for any rust rubbing from a mount clip, etc.

Jim Govoni

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May 13, 2005, 05:11:42 PM
Thanks all. My main reason is try try and buff them out with a buffing wheel and a stainless compound. It would ruin it if it were chrome.  Jim
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