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Old Oct 1, 2013 | 08:55 PM
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So I was detailing the interior of my car and the chrome trim/paint on the plastic bezels is either worn or gone. What do you guys suggest to replace that - is there a specific paint or tape available? I don't want to invest a ton of money into new plastics since mine are still in good shape otherwise.
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Old Oct 3, 2013 | 08:22 AM
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I picked up a few silver paint pens from Joann Fabrics and tested them to find one I like. Spent a grand total of $6 and it looks great.
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Didn't know it existed, but they sell Chrome Tape on Amazon. I imagine if you're really careful and pull the tape around the circle of the bezel in the same direction, you might get it to not have any wrinkles. End it at the bottom or 6 o'clock position and I think it might be worth a try

Amazon.com: Roll of Chrome Tape, Automotive Grade, 1/2"x50 Feet: Everything Else Amazon.com: Roll of Chrome Tape, Automotive Grade, 1/2"x50 Feet: Everything Else
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Also found a couple of other options:

Pretty convincing spray option.
http://www.7litre.org/plasticchrome.html

Replating of plastic parts (might be cheaper than buying them, not sure..., but worth investigating)

http://classiccomponents.com/services/plastic-plating
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