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Pitting On Chrome...What Works Best?

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From Cyllocke

I'm no expert, but I've been given to understand that the combination of friction by a very soft metal (like aluminium) with the acidity of the vinegar or cola works as a very mild abrasive: it removes anything on the surface but leaves the metal unscathed. Perhaps it's to do with the fact that the foil is softer than the chromed item, so it kinda 'melts' away with rubbing, removing grime in the process. So far, it seems to work - there doesn't seem to be any mark on my hoops, no matter how hard I look (even with a magnifying glass). Alex

Thanks, Alex! Since I have never tried this method, I bow to your expertise. I've never seen the Grand Canyon or the pyramids but, I know they exist. I appreciate your reply very much, sir. Not sure that I'll ever try it but, thanks again.

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 10 years ago
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a brass wheel is softer than aluminum

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 10 years ago
#12
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Like I said, I'm no expert - I'm kinda new to the world of vintage drums, so I have to find things out from scratch. Thank God there are places like this forum, otherwise it'd be a longshot: like being in a dark cellar, looking for a black cat that might not be there at all :) As to the matter at hand, don't take my word for it, have a look at the same thing I saw, that's how I found out about the 'foil' method :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkHyARsjNEg

Alex

Posted on 10 years ago
#13
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From Cyllocke

I take it this is the Simichrome stuff you mentionedhttp://www.simichrome-polish.com/Which one of all the products in the photos is the Dawn you use?? Is it just dish soap, bleach, power cleaner, power dissolver?? I'd like to see whether there's anything similar herehttps://www.google.gr/search?q=dawn+cleaning+product&espv=210&es_sm=93&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=uYzJUpKFFabqywPJ54GYAw&ved=0CFcQsAQAlex

The DAWN I use is the regular Blue stuff. Ultra, Original Scent.

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 10 years ago
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I'm just curious enough about the Coke and foil trick to try it on the rims but the Simichrome results in the picture of that tom was pretty impressive!

So, which heads are gonna make these 3ply's sound best? I've only dealt with 5 and 6 ply in the past...also, leave the interiors raw or take the time to lacquer the insides? Any great noticeable sound advantage with the clear coat?

Posted on 10 years ago
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From salty 1322

Thanks, Alex! Since I have never tried this method, I bow to your expertise. I've never seen the Grand Canyon or the pyramids but, I know they exist. I appreciate your reply very much, sir. Not sure that I'll ever try it but, thanks again. Brian

Brian, I've used this method a lot and not had any issues. On some really bad chrome I've got results I could not have achieved with any other method I've tried. I think somebody posted the science on this here recently so i'll try and find it.

This drum pictured was like trying to polish sandpaper so I tried the foil method with water and the result was beyond what I thought I was ever going to achieve.

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Posted on 10 years ago
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Anybody ever use Spray-on Chrome? Looks like the cheapest kit of this stuff is about $150. It may be worth it in the long run. Imagine what you could do!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-1cTpSZ1l8

It would be ALOT cheaper than re-chroming the conventional way.

I had a great day! Instead of sleeping in and wasting the day, I got up at 8 and I had all my slacking done by noon!

2Timothy1:7
Posted on 10 years ago
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here is the foil method and how it works explained. There is a huge amount of info on the net.

http://www.robertscycle.com/chrome-clean.html

Andrew

Golden Curtain
www.myspace.com/garagelandnz
Posted on 10 years ago
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From Fayray

Brian, I've used this method a lot and not had any issues. On some really bad chrome I've got results I could not have achieved with any other method I've tried. I think somebody posted the science on this here recently so i'll try and find it. This drum pictured was like trying to polish sandpaper so I tried the foil method with water and the result was beyond what I thought I was ever going to achieve.

This was done with foil method?? That's impressive!!!!

Posted on 10 years ago
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its still paint, there's is a beauty that can only be had from a dip

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 10 years ago
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