82 Westy .. great exterior = shape except the chrome molding is looking a little funky. Sorta rusted/discolored.
 
I know there are replacement = moldings available, as well as the groove-less replacements, but $ is a little = tight right now.
 
Anyone had luck removing = these, or replacing with some sort of aftermarket product? Will the molding = collapse upon itself if I take it out and not replace? Any other ideas for a remedy?
 
TIA ...