Harry93 Posted April 10, 2023 Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 I did some extreme OCD detail polishing on the headrests. The chrome rods holding the headrests were covered in a layer of oxidation built up over the years plus they were very stiff to adjust, so I thought I would do a little bit of a enhanced interior detail. Before: Products & Prep: Firstly I had degreased the chrome to free up any residual surface grease. Masked up the bottom base of the rests to prevent any excess polish getting to the leather, and covered the leather with a carrier bag. I used 000 fine steel wool to help agitate the polish when scrubbing the chrome and buffed the excess with a micro fiber towel. After putting in much time and patience I finally managed to get that restored shine back. There are better suited ceramic coatings for chrome, but I just simply used what I had to add some protection, that is if it does work in the long run. After: Big difference in the before and after but looking much more presentable and has helped knock of some years from the interior for the eagle eye viewer. I don't think it is too much of a big deal, but it is a missed area when cleaning up the seats/interior. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founding Member PaulS Posted April 10, 2023 Founding Member Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 Excellent job for small cost - well done! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PTR200S Posted April 10, 2023 Moderators Report Share Posted April 10, 2023 That is an amazing transformation, never really thought about that bit, I just tend to leave them to it ! Now I am going to have to go and check mine 🫣 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Founding Member AhsyV6 Posted April 12, 2023 Founding Member Report Share Posted April 12, 2023 On 4/10/2023 at 6:35 PM, Harry93 said: I did some extreme OCD detail polishing on the headrests. The chrome rods holding the headrests were covered in a layer of oxidation built up over the years plus they were very stiff to adjust, so I thought I would do a little bit of a enhanced interior detail. Before: Products & Prep: Firstly I had degreased the chrome to free up any residual surface grease. Masked up the bottom base of the rests to prevent any excess polish getting to the leather, and covered the leather with a carrier bag. I used 000 fine steel wool to help agitate the polish when scrubbing the chrome and buffed the excess with a micro fiber towel. After putting in much time and patience I finally managed to get that restored shine back. There are better suited ceramic coatings for chrome, but I just simply used what I had to add some protection, that is if it does work in the long run. After: Big difference in the before and after but looking much more presentable and has helped knock of some years from the interior for the eagle eye viewer. I don't think it is too much of a big deal, but it is a missed area when cleaning up the seats/interior. Very impressive mate! Kind of detailing I really appreciate. They must glide up and down now? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry93 Posted April 12, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2023 45 minutes ago, AhsyV6 said: Very impressive mate! Kind of detailing I really appreciate. They must glide up and down now? Thankyou Ashy 👍. Yes they are a lot easier to adjust but I am more happy that they look better. Surprising the belt buckles and door handles don't get dull overtime, I assume they are chrome aswell. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PTR200S Posted April 13, 2023 Moderators Report Share Posted April 13, 2023 OK, officially embarrassed!! Thanks Harry 😛 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry93 Posted April 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2023 4 hours ago, PTR200S said: OK, officially embarrassed!! Thanks Harry 😛 😂 Doesn't look that bad compared to mine. Quick polish should get that rough surface off. 👍 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PTR200S Posted April 13, 2023 Moderators Report Share Posted April 13, 2023 Okay, quick job this saffy as I was running out of time after being issued with other chores 🙃🤣🤣 Probably need another go sometime. Before After, a little bit better !! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry93 Posted April 13, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2023 2 hours ago, PTR200S said: Okay, quick job this saffy as I was running out of time after being issued with other chores 🙃🤣🤣 Probably need another go sometime. Before After, a little bit better !! Much better 👌👍, you see what I mean, it helps knock off some years 😁 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Laird_Scooby Posted April 16, 2023 Moderators Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 A method i've used on chrome is tinfoil scrunched into a ball, shiny side out and water then rub - comes up a treat very quickly and lasts for a long time! Can be buffed with a microfibre cloth for an extra sheen too. Might be worth a try on the headrest "legs", i'll have to have a look at mine now........ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PTR200S Posted April 16, 2023 Moderators Report Share Posted April 16, 2023 42 minutes ago, Laird_Scooby said: A method i've used on chrome is tinfoil scrunched into a ball, shiny side out and water then rub - comes up a treat very quickly and lasts for a long time! Can be buffed with a microfibre cloth for an extra sheen too. Might be worth a try on the headrest "legs", i'll have to have a look at mine now........ I used the stainless steel pan scrub and solvol 🙂😉😉 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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