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Old 05-22-11 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by needawheel
chrome vs stainless? what's difference
The Nervex Professional lug on the left is chrome plated mild carbon steel stamped from sheet steel, while the Newvex lug on the right is investment cast polished stainless steel.

It's not easy to tell the difference, but the stainless steel lug won't ever pit or lose its luster when exposed to the elements while the chrome plated carbon steel will.

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