I have a pair of 70 exhaust tips, bezels and a rear licence plate bezel I need flash chromed. Everyone seems to do show chrome only. Anyone have any experiences/recommendations ????? Thanks in advance.
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
Dale Pearman used to say that Rick at Areba would do it. I'd give him a try.
PatrickVice-Chairman (West), Michigan Chapter NCRS
71 "deer modified" coupe
72 5-Star Bowtie / Duntov coupe. https://www.flickr.com/photos/124695...57649252735124
2008 coupe
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
Pardon my lack of knowledge on this subject but what is the difference between flash chrome and regular chrome?Comment
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
Dave; try Paul Blashinski(spelling) in Carmichaael, Pa. don't have his 3. Would definitly not use him for show chrome plating--its sucks. mikeComment
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How do you really feel about his show chrome Mike? *NM*
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Wel, at leest Mikie proofe reeds his posts... *NM*
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Re: Wel, at leest Mikie proofe reeds his posts...
I never proof my posts. if turkeys like you can't decipher my mispelled ramblings, take em to the local apothocary.( at this point. i still don't know how to insert a happy face) mikieComment
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
I truely do not know the difference between flash chrome and rechromeing, However, there is a company called Custom metal Finishing in MI that seems to have fair prices. I have not seen any product from them but have talked to them about their process and they seem to do things the right way. i put up a post earlier about getting pieces rechromed and based on the repsonces I got I asked questions. Their number is 800-383-4277 or e-mail chromeman2@juno.com.
good luck.
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Re: Wel, at leest Mikie proofe reeds his posts...
That, in a way, is the sad part of this story. People spend years studying books trying to figure out how to fill a prescription correctly and ultimately find out their lot in life is really only trying to figure out how to read some moron's scriblings on a 4" x 4" piece of paper and not end up in court...Comment
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Doctor, Doctor, Gim'me The News...
Mike, there ain't no drugs for cataracts, is there? Just part of the "human condition"?
Happy Face: OK, gonna help you out here now...Just remember "SCD"..."SHIFT*COLON*D". Pronounce it (SCD) like "SEED". Any guy with a farm should be able to remember "seed". (I am beginning to suspect Mike doesn't really want to insert any "smiley faces".)Comment
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Re: Doctor, Doctor, Gim'me The News...
When the word "colon" comes up in a conversation, he slips on a rubber glove and grabs a tube of super lube...Comment
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
Dave. Call Librandi's Plating in Harrisburg/Middletown PA. Speak with Todd Librandi personally. He will do flash chrome, but doesn't advertise the fact. Won't do it for everybody, because many do not realize the poor quality of a flash chrome finish. He doesn't want unhappy customers. He flash chromed a pair of BB valve covers for me a few years ago. They looked GREAT to me and NCRS "guys" love them. Others look and say the quality of the chrome is crummy.
Flash chrome is chrome plating applied right over bare steel. No copper....no nickel underneath, like "triple chrome" plating. Shows ALL the imperfections of the base metal. Chuck1963 Corvette Conv. 327/360 NCRS Top Flight
2006 Corvette Conv. Velocity Yellow NCRS Top Flight
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Typically...
"Flash chrome" is a relatively thin plate directly on the underlying metal. "Show chrome" or triple-plate, is usually copper-nickle-chrome in progressive layers, each polised in succession, and when well done results in a "liquid chrome" appearance, which is usually far superior to OE, especially on interior trim items. Flash chome is usually not a good idea on anything other than new or perfectly preserved steel, as even minor pitting will cause poor adhesion.Comment
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Re: Flash Chrome Recommendation
There was a good discussion on flash chroming within the last month pertaining to the process being used on C1 stainless steel hubcaps and other SS trim. That's what gives the icy blue appearance to the SS which usually has a slightly yellowish cast depending on the nickel content and polishing. John Mc Graw gave a good explanation of the process and the prep required for SS to get an acceptable result. Rick at Areba Services was recommended.Comment
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Thanks for the help *NM*
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