dane Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 Hey All, We have a 08 Edge LTD with the 20 inch chrome covered wheels. I'm fanatical about keeping my cars clean but I just noticed a slight discoloration starting in the curves of the wheels. It's had to explain where it is but its in the curve within the "spokes" of the wheels. Kind of a coppery color that is barely noticeable but its there on all four. In some places its more noticeable than others. Doesnt polish off or anything. Is this normal? Anyone else have this issue?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOFSTEEL Posted February 7, 2010 Report Share Posted February 7, 2010 There are many many many threads that discuss the issues with the chrome clad wheels. Here is just one of them. It should help you with your issue. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/index.php?/topic/1957-chrome-wheels/page__hl__chrome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabtaj1 Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 just complain to ford and they will replace them under warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dane Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 There are many many many threads that discuss the issues with the chrome clad wheels. Here is just one of them. It should help you with your issue. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/index.php?/topic/1957-chrome-wheels/page__hl__chrome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dane Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Thanks for the link but it sounds like the "black" spots are a bit different than my problem. I've tried searching but cant seem to find many threads on this issue........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MOFSTEEL Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Thanks for the link but it sounds like the "black" spots are a bit different than my problem. I've tried searching but cant seem to find many threads on this issue........ Do you happen to get snow in your area? If so the "Coppery color" might be marks left behind from the salt. You might find them on your paint also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feelin edgy Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Search the site for "brassing" and you will find posts about the problem you are having. It is not caused by salt. In my opinion, it is caused by heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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