Car owners are mainly concerned with their car’s central parts, such as the engine or transmission. They forget that the smaller components also matter. A good example is the lug nuts. The purpose of a lug nut is to fasten the wheel to the axle. Though small, lug nuts ensure the vehicle’s safety by securing … Read more
Brake dust is chrome’s worst enemy. Long-term exposure to brake dust can lead to the pitting of chrome surfaces, forcing car owners to re-chrome affected parts. A project that costs a lot of money. To prevent chrome pitting, it must be cleaned regularly, especially if located near brake pads. There are many chrome cleaners in … Read more
Due to its properties, a self-etching primer may seem like a suitable product to use on a chrome surface. However, since chrome surfaces are difficult to paint over because of their smoothness, such a surface should be sanded before self-etching primer is applied. Therefore, if you are wondering whether you can directly apply self-etching to … Read more
A clear coat does a beautiful job of protecting and improving the aesthetics of a surface. It’s why you need to spray some clear coat after painting a car or spraying a coating. Can clear coat offer the same benefits on chrome? Let’s find out. Can You Clear Coat Chrome? Unfortunately, chrome can’t be clear … Read more
When shopping for wheels, most of us are so caught up in choosing brands that we forget to consider the style. Milled and machined wheels have varying styles. If you are not careful enough, you may buy machined wheels, thinking they are milled. To ensure you are well aware of the type of wheel that … Read more
In the wheels market, HRE is an industry leader. This brand receives tons of positive reviews from customers. If you have decided to switch to aftermarket wheels and have stumbled across HRE, below is an in-depth review that will help you figure out if these wheels are good for you. Who is HRE? A good … Read more
More and more truck owners are turning to Raptor Liner to protect their truck bumpers, rims, and beds. According to the product’s website, the bed liner can withstand the toughest weather conditions and is resistant to stains, scratches, UV, and common fuels. It can also be applied to a wide variety of substrates, including composites, … Read more
It’s not just the exhaust, but any part of your car with chrome should not be waxed. Chrome is a non-porous finish. When you wax it, you seal in the moisture and make it hard for the chrome to breathe, accelerating pitting. However, when you go through different forums, you will discover that many car … Read more
Everyone in the auto industry knows about Konig and Enkei rims. These two brands need no introduction when it comes to car wheels. However, those who deeply understand these two brands are car enthusiasts. Most daily drivers know only the names, but when it comes to the specifics, such as which brand makes the strongest … Read more
Sandblasting is one of the easiest and most effective methods of removing chrome from a car surface. Therefore, sandblasting is an excellent removal method if you want to dechrome your bumper. If you have never used a sandblaster, below, we will educate you on how to do so and provide you with helpful tips on … Read more