Payco Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 Although it doesn't show in the below photo the chrome paint on my rear light clusters has chipped in a number of places. Not the end of the world but have any of you guys attempted to re chrome the plastic ?. If so what are your experiences of doing this and what product have you successfully used ?. Cheers Martin Quote Link to comment
Draker Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 I've used a chrome touch up pen, but it works best for things like the gauge cluster surrounds. I doubt it would be a good match for real chrome. It could work as a touch up, but I wouldn't consider it great. https://www.amazon.com/Molotow-ONE4ALL-Acrylic-Marker-703-101/dp/B01E7EFSVU/ref=sxin_3_ac_d_rm?ac_md=0-0-Y2hyb21lIHBlbg%3D%3D-ac_d_rm&cv_ct_cx=chrome+pen&keywords=chrome+pen&pd_rd_i=B01E7EFSVU&pd_rd_r=66050036-5d4d-44ca-9f51-70aefaabd36a&pd_rd_w=a8PXM&pd_rd_wg=P4ORG&pf_rd_p=6d29ef56-fc35-411a-8a8e-7114f01518f7&pf_rd_r=BMKHVBQG7JP5624WS0KB&psc=1&qid=1578934280 Quote Link to comment
Draker Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 With a car of that quality, I'd probably search for someone who could really re-chrome them. I recall a guy posting on here years ago about collecting parts to send overseas to have rechromed. Let me see if I can find that post. Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 This is best on small parts but maybe spray into cup and brush on with Q-tip? Or model paint brush? https://www.eastwood.com/almost-chrome-aerosol-paint.html?SRCCODE=PLA00020&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7J-6kIWB5wIVix-tBh3_pQ2zEAYYAyABEgKpLPD_BwE Plastic is non conductive so not easily plated. It has to go through many preparation dipping and coatings before this can occur. Quote Link to comment
Draker Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, Draker said: With a car of that quality, I'd probably search for someone who could really re-chrome them. I recall a guy posting on here years ago about collecting parts to send overseas to have rechromed. Let me see if I can find that post. I couldn't find the post.. But what I did find is your best best is just to pull out your phone book and find somewhere local to do it. It won't be cheap, but neither is owning a car like yours. Look at some sample work of theirs, determine if they can meet your expectations. Good luck to you. Quote Link to comment
MattSheldon Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 https://alsacorp.com/product/killer-chrome/ I have used this product for over a decade without any issues. They have a great product line in general. Quote Link to comment
yenpit Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 Plastic chrome has been around since the 60's, used by many car manufacturers, including the British, so you might be able to find someone in the UK to do it......?? The process was not for the DIY'er, until recently, and looks like MattSheldon just nailed it above ^^^^^^^^^! My suggestion is do what those guys say...........buy their superior product, cuz yes, most aerosol spray paint is just silver, NOT chrome silver! TJ Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 The plastic trim on my door cards looks like chrome but peels off like a skin. Quote Link to comment
carterb Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 Are you sure they are plastic? I've always assumed metal. I should put a magnet to mine and see what happens. Quote Link to comment
LS_Wagon Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 I always heard the trim on those lights were metal. I used Spaz Stix spray chrome on the my dash trim and it looks better than the Krylon or Rustolium spray chrome. Not quite Chrome but looks OK. You should have those taillights redone by a professional if possible. Quote Link to comment
datzenmike Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 The Coupe’s signature taillights are probably one of the most famous, and desired, parts that finish off the car. Unlike the chromed stamped steel frames that came on the sedan models, the Coupe’s taillights are cast metal, and were very intricate in their design. The lights were painted differently depending on the model, silver highlights for a base model car, and black highlights for the SSS versions. This was changed in 1971 when all the taillights came with the black highlighted finish. An optional sequential taillight flasher kit was offered in 1969 and 1970, but was standard equipment on the 1971 SSS models. Optional equipment included a rear checkerboard badge that went between the taillight, as on 1970 Coupes.......... By Michael Spreadbury Keep in mind this is a knock down kit car that was assembled in South Africa to avoid excessive import taxes on fully built cars. Plastic? Metal??? Quote Link to comment
grannyknot Posted January 13, 2020 Report Share Posted January 13, 2020 There is also Spray Chrome, there are a number of shops popping up offering this finish, the surface actually has silver deposited on it then sealed with clear coat, they can do just about any surface or material, no heat, no really toxic chemicals. https://angelgilding.com/about-spray-chrome 2 Quote Link to comment
Jesse C. Posted January 14, 2020 Report Share Posted January 14, 2020 Alsa Easy Chrome works very nicely. but, it is not cheap https://alsacorp.com/product/easy-chrome/ 1 Quote Link to comment
Payco Posted January 15, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2020 19 hours ago, Jesse C. said: Alsa Easy Chrome works very nicely. but, it is not cheap https://alsacorp.com/product/easy-chrome/ Looks impressive, do we know how durable this is ie is it suitable for outdoor use and durable for what I am thinking of using it for. Has anyone on here ever tried using it ? Quote Link to comment
Jesse C. Posted January 15, 2020 Report Share Posted January 15, 2020 4 hours ago, Payco said: Looks impressive, do we know how durable this is ie is it suitable for outdoor use and durable for what I am thinking of using it for. Has anyone on here ever tried using it ? Well, they are painting whole cars with it 1 Quote Link to comment
Payco Posted January 15, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2020 yep, saw that. Tempted to invest and have a go in the Spring. Will post up some before and after photos if I do. 1 Quote Link to comment
thisismatt Posted January 16, 2020 Report Share Posted January 16, 2020 Those tails are pot metal... Quote Link to comment
Payco Posted January 16, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2020 14 hours ago, thisismatt said: Those tails are pot metal... Thanks. realised that last night when I had a closer look. Think I will source someone who specialises in this to do the work although they currently are pretty good. Just planning the things that I want to do to get her as perfect as I can. Thanks. Quote Link to comment
edekalil Posted January 18, 2020 Report Share Posted January 18, 2020 (edited) There is a fella that has a thread I think Pot metal repair on this site. This may help not sure of the cost. Edited January 18, 2020 by edekalil Quote Link to comment
Draker Posted January 19, 2020 Report Share Posted January 19, 2020 (edited) There is a guy on facebook that restores grills and tail light bezzels. But I’m guessing you don’t want to ship them across the world to get fixed. Find a source local to you. Edited January 19, 2020 by Draker Quote Link to comment
LS_Wagon Posted January 19, 2020 Report Share Posted January 19, 2020 54 minutes ago, Draker said: There is a guy on facebook that restores grills and tail light bezzels. But I’m guessing you don’t want to ship them across the world to get fixed. Find a source local to you. SSS_Restorers on Instagram does great work! 1 Quote Link to comment
BrandonS Posted January 28, 2020 Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 On 1/19/2020 at 6:03 AM, LS_Wagon said: SSS_Restorers on Instagram does great work! The stuff they show pictures of does always look top notch Quote Link to comment
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