Hi unworthy 1!

I must politely disagree with you on your opinion of wadded aluminum foil for removing rust from chrome. The aluminum, being softer than the chrome but harder than the rust, actually removes the rust from the chrome. It also fills in any pitts and makes the chrome look smooth again. I've used this trick on many chrome-plated steel surfaces with excellent results.

In any case, I agree with protecting what's left of the chrome after derusting.