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Old Jun 24, 2014 | 08:07 PM
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Chrome bumper question

The chrome bumper on my 70 F350 has some surface rust and it is getting worse.

#1: what is the easiest and best way to clean it up?

#2: once cleaned up what is the best way to preserve it?

#3: or.... what would I need to do to the bumper if I choose to paint it?

#4: what color were the non-chrome bumpers painted?

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The chrome bumper on my 70 F350 has some surface rust and it is getting worse.

#1: what is the easiest and best way to clean it up?

#2: once cleaned up what is the best way to preserve it?

#3: or.... what would I need to do to the bumper if I choose to paint it?

#4: what color were the non-chrome bumpers painted?

Thanks!
1. Fine steel wool

2. Polish & wax

3. Scuff with 220 wet/dry.. shoot with adhesion promoter, a catalyzed primer, and catalyzed paint.

4. Wimbledon white-ish

 
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