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Hi Frank
Its a mixed bag... for me - I did real well on the fiberglass, fit, repair of the screws, etc. However, on the chrome, the chrome shop did a sub par job on the chrome. On the paint, I will have to verify which I used. But on the paint, I waited a bit too long on the razor blade exercise and wound up with paint that looks 'chipped' rather than a nice straight line/edge. All said, I would most likely just but new ones on sale ($2k) and sell my old ones. My status is - the sidecovers fit well and look decent. When I do get some time, I will re-paint and ensure I do a better job of using a blade before hardening of paint. |
Originally Posted by 68/70Vette
(Post 1577111396)
I was amused that in today's German, the english word "oldtimer" appears.
In restoring this car, was chrome vacuum deposition used to restore some of the parts? Chrome vacuum deposition is used to chrome plate plastic parts. I've had the thought of chrome plating my aluminum grill pieces using the vacuum deposition process. Yes they use vacuum deposition for nonemetalparts.
Originally Posted by kaiserbud
(Post 1577115348)
Hi Frank
On the paint, I will have to verify which I used. But on the paint, I waited a bit too long on the razor blade exercise and wound up with paint that looks 'chipped' rather than a nice straight line/edge. Thanks Frank |
Hi Frank.... yes - I wiped it down with lacquer thinner and then sprayed on the adhesion promoter Bull Frog. :thumbs:
I think I waited to long to wipe off the paint on the fin tips.... when I have the chance to do again - I will do one section at a time and wipe excess paint off the fin tips more diligently. |
The parts are shipped now.
I wil post pics with the result, when I got them back Thanks Frank |
Originally Posted by Vinnievega
(Post 1577110411)
The only other set I've read about being redone ended up costing something like $1200, so $400 would be one hell of a deal lol.
Now his around 800 $. Something around I expect. I hope the result is worth the money :toetap: |
Originally Posted by Roma
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After he is getting the parts, he modifies his offfer :(
Now his around 800 $. Something around I expect. I hope the result is worth the money :toetap: $800 US dollars total? I still think that's a good deal. I plan on sending out all of my pieces that need chrome at one time so I can hopefully get a better deal on everything. |
No News (still at Plating) but one more question:
Are the screws to attach the Sidepipecovers the same as the original to attach the RockerPanel or are they different ,( length) ? Thanks Frank |
Originally Posted by Roma
(Post 1577493833)
No News (still at Plating) but one more question:
Are the screws to attach the Sidepipecovers the same as the original to attach the RockerPanel or are they different ,( length) ? Thanks Frank Thats a good ass question. I'm gonna need to know the same. |
Hi Frank,
I've used the cross headed screws that are proper for the interior sill plates. These are a #10 screw with a #8 head. This way the smaller head 'nestles' down in the counter sunk area of the holes in the insulators. I found that I had to be very careful installing the screws because it seemed VERY easy to damage the insulators. Good Luck! Regards, Alan |
Today the first rechromed parts arrived :thumbs:
Before : http://up.picr.de/6611694jkb.jpg and now :cool: http://up.picr.de/7596477ybx.jpg The middlesection should arrive next weekend :rock: |
Is that the spray chrome from Germany that was featured on Jay Leno's garage?
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Originally Posted by ...Roger...
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Is that the spray chrome from Germany that was featured on Jay Leno's garage?
No its real chrome for a lot of money :hide:done by the adress I posted a bit above Best Regards Frank |
It looks very nice. :cool:
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Yes, now you need to adjust those with some Scotchbright to get some Patina back . They are now too nice, hence over-restored. I will hopefully see them in real in September in St.Leon Rot Rgds. Günther |
Just an idea, to keep them looking good. I would get some of that clear plastic chip guard, and put it on those front pieced, that curve right behind the front tires. It should help minimize the rock chips in the future. :thumbs::thumbs:
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Originally Posted by garage-ghost
(Post 1578079036)
Just an idea, to keep them looking good. I would get some of that clear plastic chip guard, and put it on those front pieced, that curve right behind the front tires. It should help minimize the rock chips in the future. :thumbs::thumbs:
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someone actually makes clear molded, protective gaurds for the C2 pipes.
The qualtiy looks great on the chrome work you had done. |
Originally Posted by garage-ghost
(Post 1578079036)
Just an idea, to keep them looking good. I would get some of that clear plastic chip guard, and put it on those front pieced, that curve right behind the front tires. It should help minimize the rock chips in the future. :thumbs::thumbs:
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Those are AWSOME!! Very nice work. Before you try and put them back together I would chase the treads with a tap to clean any of the plating out of the treads. Will make it a lot easier to put back togther. IMHO.:thumbs:
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First testing of colour and adhesion
I masked a small area on the back of the rechromed part and spray it without preparation (only cleaning http://up.picr.de/7618078utm.jpg original look http://up.picr.de/7618076ile.jpg result http://up.picr.de/7618077pyo.jpg Here its a bit better to see http://up.picr.de/7618601kav.jpg I think the colour is pretty close, so I will take it Adhesion test follows when its dried |
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