Chrome plated CAT wheels

[kaszal]

I had these vintage wheels chrome plated by a local company and I was wondering is it safe to soak them in acetone to remove glued on tyres? I know chrome is supposed to be corrosion resistant but has anyone tried already? Thanks

[mark christopher]

i would doubt it, id say it will take the chrome off

[Col]

Are they chrome plated as in metal? Or just chrome paint?

[kaszal]

They're chrome plated on aluminium. The platers replied and said solvents (e.g. acetone) should probably be OK. They use cellulose thinners. I just wanted to get a second opinion (they cost a bit to plate as a one off)

[mark christopher]

it may be worth tyring a hidden bit first to be sure, the probably bit would worry me

[Col]

Originally Posted by kaszal

They're chrome plated on aluminium. The platers replied and said solvents (e.g. acetone) should probably be OK. They use cellulose thinners. I just wanted to get a second opinion (they cost a bit to plate as a one off)

So the wheels are metal, and the "chrome" is painted on? (cellulose thinners)

[kaszal]

No they are chrome plated not painted (?) the thinners are for removing water stains etc after plating.

[kaszal]

Removed tyres no problem - came up beatifully!

Now up for auction on eBay (same user name)