In a message dated 9/7/99 9:36:47 PM EST, derek.lola@sympatico.ca writes:
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I have some unique suspension nuts etc on a race car I'm renovating that
are/were chrome plated but the plating is flaking off. At least I assume
it it is Chrome plating. I've tried wire brushing, filing, sanding, bead
blasting etc but all fail to remove the sharp edges from the flaking
plating.
Is there a safe chemical way to remove it? Or a better mechanical way?
I'd be happy either to remove all the plating or just the flaking bits.
For refinishing I'd be happy either to re-plate or just to paint. What
plating finish is best for such applications?
Thx for any and all recommendations.
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I just went through rebuilding a 1936 Morgan radiator and I learned a bit
about chrome in the process. If it is chrome any rechroming shop can remove
the chrome in a matter of minutes. I think it is a chemical process but
could be electrical charging. After the chrome is removed there will still be
nickel on the metal. It is ground off with an abrasive buffer.
Bob Paul
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