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Chrome Maintenace

Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2006 3:39 pm
by bullet_to_binary
I was just wondering what I should do to make sure all the chrome parts on my guitar stay in good condition, don't rust, etc. Any insight into the matter would be most appreciated.

Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2006 4:13 pm
by ozover50
One for the Curmudgeon, methinks Phil.

Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2006 5:23 pm
by jingle_jangle
A good coat of high-quality wax that has no abrasives is best. My usual all-purpose wax, Zymol Cleaner-Wax (light blue, in a bottle) is excellent. Turtle Wax in a bottle, #123, recommended by the RIC factory, is also great.

A warning, while we're on the subject: You do not want to use automotive chrome polish to clean guitar chrome. It's far too abrasive and it'll scratch.

Posted: Tue Apr 25, 2006 8:58 pm
by doctorwho
Also, between waxings, wipe down the guitar after use to avoid any build-up of sweat or body oil.

Posted: Wed Apr 26, 2006 3:59 am
by bullet_to_binary
Alright. Thanks a lot. These are all good things to know because my hands do tend to sweat quite a bit more than the average person.