Since we're on the subject of nerf bars...
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Since we're on the subject of nerf bars...
After reading the thread about nerf bars fitting a 4runner... it gave me some inspiration...
I have looked at these ugly things every day and no matter what I do I cannot seem to get rid of the rust. My nerf bars are stainless, and the rust is only on the surface. Any miracle products out there?
I have looked at these ugly things every day and no matter what I do I cannot seem to get rid of the rust. My nerf bars are stainless, and the rust is only on the surface. Any miracle products out there?
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Then I would have to paint my toolbox black to make it match. Oh and I might as well get rid of all the chrome and paint my bumpers black, too.
I guess I should've been a little more specific
I guess I should've been a little more specific
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those are the exact same nerf bars i have. they ain't stainless. if you look inside the end of the bar, you'll see rust. when the chrome plate gets a crack in it, water can get to the steel underneath and rust. try cleaning the rust off, then dry, and clear-coat the bars to re-seal.
here's a good article on cleaning rust from chrome:
http://www.howtofixbikes.ca/2006/08/...e-bicycle.html
here's a good article on cleaning rust from chrome:
http://www.howtofixbikes.ca/2006/08/...e-bicycle.html
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Yea, those are not stainless steel. Chrome plated as already said. To do it right you will need to make sure the metal is still good and not rotted. Then have them re-chromed.
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So what I'm hearing is...
Wait for them to rust through and trade them in for some sliders? OK...
But I'll try the steel wool and some elbow grease for now...
Course I can't be too upset.. They've been on the truck for at least 12 years... And much like everything else on the truck, nothing lasts forever.
Wait for them to rust through and trade them in for some sliders? OK...
But I'll try the steel wool and some elbow grease for now...
Course I can't be too upset.. They've been on the truck for at least 12 years... And much like everything else on the truck, nothing lasts forever.
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