making paint stick to chrome | Adventure Rider
#1 Wash the chrome piece with basic soap and water and dry thoroughly. #2 Sand the entire piece with 220- to 320-grit paper and use 120- or even 60-grit for specific areas if you have deeper scars, rust or pits. You must get below any damaged spots. A pit in the chrome left alone will pop out in no time and ruin your paint.