BMW trim oxidation solution?

T0RCH3D

T0RCH3D

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About to start a detail on another BMW and the trim has a very heavy oxidation film on it. Quick tried Mother's MAG and Aluminum Polish and it didn't do the job. Suggestions for a fast, effective way in eliminating this? Maybe steel wool followed by gTechniq M1 Metal Polish?

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Cg metal shine works great for me. Steel wool will be key here though
 
a good apc mix? helped me out most of the times...
 
T0RCH3D said:
About to start a detail on another BMW and the trim has a very heavy oxidation film on it. Quick tried Mother's MAG and Aluminum Polish and it didn't do the job. Suggestions for a fast, effective way in eliminating this? Maybe steel wool followed by gTechniq M1 Metal Polish?

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That looks to me like the top finish (think clear coat) on those pieces has failed. I had something similar happen to the rubber windshield gasket. I sanded it off to a smooth matte finish and protected it with DLux.

I would OptiCoat it once you restore it to a pleasing look.
 
I even tried #3 steel wool with no luck. Starting to think this is a finish failure like swanicyouth mentioned.
 
Had the same issue on my 335i. Try some p21s per smack's link above. I think you'll be happy with the results!
 
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