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Old Dec 28, 2009 | 11:53 AM
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Two questions.

1. What is the best place to get vette rims chromed. I'm looking for references that had a good experience.
2. Has anyone, or does anyone know where I can get rear brake ducts chromed. Anyone with experience or pictures.

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Old Dec 28, 2009 | 03:37 PM
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Old Dec 28, 2009 | 03:41 PM
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This is probably the best place to have your wheels chromed or exchange them for chromed...

http://www.calchrome.com/

As far as chroming the brake ducts, you'll get mixed reactions to that. They're plastic, so I'd suggest a search of the internet for places who can chrome plastic. Maybe the shop above would have some recommendations.
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Old Dec 28, 2009 | 03:41 PM
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For rims try Calchrome.

I don't have a clue about the rear brake ducts. Never heard of those being chromed.
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Old Dec 28, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by JW@JWMotoring.com
For rims try Calchrome.

I don't have a clue about the rear brake ducts. Never heard of those being chromed.

There is a new chrome paint out for the ducts! Search C5 Parts
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 10:52 AM
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You can try chrome http://www.alsacorp.com/ in a can for the brake ducts.
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Old Dec 29, 2009 | 11:59 AM
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Might give this new forum vendor a look: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-p...lass-parts.htm
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have you used the chrome spray? I went to their site, looks like it could be pretty cool stuff
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Chroming the wheels could/should be cool!!But if you are talking about chrome Z06 brake ducts,,that doesn't sound good. I think that would look kinda tacky. Body color would look better IMO!!
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