Chroming companies?

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ROCKETDOG

ROCKETDOG

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I need to re-chrome a rear wheel. Looking for recommendations for a reliable chrome shop to get the job done right. I'm located in the Tampa area.
 
FrankBDPS

FrankBDPS

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The way I understand the process to recrome a piece you first have to remove the old chrome. On a steel piece it dosent seem to be a big deal. Aluminum seems to be a different animal. The process sometimes destroys the finer details of the aluminum piece. Let us know what the plating company tells you. Good luck!
 
pauldeepsea

pauldeepsea

Guru
Got parts out at sport chrome right now and should be back in about 3-4 weeks.
Catch out the pics of the chrome on my 04 pitbull to ridgeback build
 
429CV23

429CV23

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FrankBDPS said:
The way I understand the process to recrome a piece you first have to remove the old chrome. On a steel piece it dosent seem to be a big deal. Aluminum seems to be a different animal. The process sometimes destroys the finer details of the aluminum piece. Let us know what the plating company tells you. Good luck!
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Hydrochloric acid to remove the chromium; or a proprietary formulation that is usually HCl-based. Then electrolytically remove the bright nickel, then remove the copper electrolytically or with a persulfate-based solution. Acids are usually not a huge deal for aluminum, but it will digest readily in a strong base, especially with the addition of heat.
 
PacoPetty

PacoPetty

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Best chromer I have ever dealt with! I have had over 30 pieces chromed by them and it's all show chrome.
 
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