chrome = rust !

[AdsLb0]

how to maintain chrome ah ... mine rustin here and ther headache ler ... !

[zero_degrees]

I think turtle wax got one good chrome polisher that is good for keeping those chrome parts, shiny and new..........cheers......

[arjen]

coke + alu foil

 

did it once, the result surprised me.

[DragonLee]

Originally posted by arjen@Jun 4 2006, 06:16 AM

coke + alu foil

 

did it once, the result surprised me.

how did u do it with coke and alum?

[nights]

That would be turtle chrome, but only for maintaining. If your chrome have already rusted, I would suggest to sand off before re-chroming again.

[nights]

Originally posted by DragonLee@Jun 4 2006, 06:36 PM

how did u do it with coke and alum?

This may solve your query.

 

http://www.ehow.com/how_9130_remove-rust-using.html

[736cc]

wow..tomorrow must try

[plasticblackspecs]

Anyone knows how much re-chroming would cost?

[nights]

Originally posted by plasticblackspecs@February 09, 2007 03:43 am

Anyone knows how much re-chroming would cost?

It really depends on the area that is needed to be re-chromed. I suggest to check with the shop instead as price varies.

 

[isaac chan]

Originally posted by plasticblackspecs@February 09, 2007 03:43 am

Anyone knows how much re-chroming would cost?

which part you want to chrome?

[plasticblackspecs]

Remember this part?

 

Was thinking if it doesn't cost that much and I have some extra bit of cash lying around, I'll go chrome it back. I'll be going to replace my sprocket and chain later (finally). Will probably go ask the shop

[Night_Hawk]

I wonder if places that are not chrome can it also be chromed?

[isaac chan]

Originally posted by plasticblackspecs@February 09, 2007 12:59 pm

Remember this part?

 

Was thinking if it doesn't cost that much and I have some extra bit of cash lying around, I'll go chrome it back. I'll be going to replace my sprocket and chain later (finally). Will probably go ask the shop

Its difficult, but not impossible. But I'd just live with it for a while as you'll be upgrading soon anyway.

[plasticblackspecs]

Not so fast la. Though I AM considering getting a Dragstar. But cannot la. I have other "hobbies" to pursuit. Must! Be! Vigilant!

[jB]

wanna ask, those chrome parts can spray lacquer? not on the exhaust but other parts lo can? cuz I lazy to use autosol now and then etc..then nowadays rain then stop rain then stop..

[shadowclassic97]

Remember this part?

 

Was thinking if it doesn't cost that much and I have some extra bit of cash lying around, I'll go chrome it back. I'll be going to replace my sprocket and chain later (finally). Will probably go ask the shop

 

Bro plasticblackspecs, did u chrome the area that u highlighted?? Called SK today(19/06/07) they quote mi $120 buck for that area alone.How much did u do it??

Quite X lel for a small portion to be chrome?

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always. :angel:

[Kevs]

wanna ask, those chrome parts can spray lacquer? not on the exhaust but other parts lo can? cuz I lazy to use autosol now and then etc..then nowadays rain then stop rain then stop..

 

There's no spray lacquer on the market, unless u pour into a spray canister for the spray gun.

Lacquering requires good hand work, else might mess up the results.

I think what you meant was spray a layer of clear coat?

It can be done, BUT the surface must be clean spotless, i.e. clean frm oxidation/rust.

When doing the spray, environment must be clean & open(unless got workshop), preferably no wind, NOT raining or @ night time & STRONG Sun.

 

Slowly layer after a layer dries, the result would be satisfying.

IF, doing it when there's moisture around(i.e. Raining, Evening, Night time), the whole coat turns white immediately... Then, all hardwork down the drain..

 

After its done, polish lightly as it'll wear the coating away.

 

Just my 0.001¢...

Correct me if Im wrong.

[plasticblackspecs]

Bro plasticblackspecs, did u chrome the area that u highlighted?? Called SK today(19/06/07) they quote mi $120 buck for that area alone.How much did u do it??

Quite X lel for a small portion to be chrome?

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always. :angel:

 

Never. I no money. I thought of spray painting it and stencil my band's name in it. But up to now, still haven't do. Lazy.

 

There's no spray lacquer on the market, unless u pour into a spray canister for the spray gun.

 

I think got leh. I used to buy lacquer and spray the base of my skateboard for the extra gliiide. But ya, it's a mess, must be careful, otherwise you'll see drip layers.

[shadowclassic97]

Never. I no money. I thought of spray painting it and stencil my band's name in it. But up to now, still haven't do. Lazy.

 

 

 

I think got leh. I used to buy lacquer and spray the base of my skateboard for the extra gliiide. But ya, it's a mess, must be careful, otherwise you'll see drip layers.

 

Thanks bro.

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always. :angel:

[Kevs]

I think got leh. I used to buy lacquer and spray the base of my skateboard for the extra gliiide. But ya, it's a mess, must be careful, otherwise you'll see drip layers.

 

Serious??? Then the specialist paint shop owner must be bluffing me!

Quick! Tell me where I can get spray can Lacquer as so far after searching high & low but could only find spray can Clear....

 

*Note, Clear is just another type of paint but not mixed with colours.

Lacquer would be the slight yellowish(if I remember correctly) & thick 'high' smell...

[plasticblackspecs]

No need for specialist paint shop la. Any shop that sells paint has it. Or try Art Friend. But then that time when I used it was more than 10 yrs ago la. Maybe now somethings change. I dunno. But should have la. Just look. Not very common but have. Same spray can as those spray cans with colors.

[Kevs]

No need for specialist paint shop la. Any shop that sells paint has it. Or try Art Friend. But then that time when I used it was more than 10 yrs ago la. Maybe now somethings change. I dunno. But should have la. Just look. Not very common but have. Same spray can as those spray cans with colors.

 

Hmmm... Okiedokie... Cos I did tried the shop you've mentioned, but not really the one Im looking for... Looks like gota try again.

 

Thnx

[nights]

Serious??? Then the specialist paint shop owner must be bluffing me!

Quick! Tell me where I can get spray can Lacquer as so far after searching high & low but could only find spray can Clear....

 

*Note, Clear is just another type of paint but not mixed with colours.

Lacquer would be the slight yellowish(if I remember correctly) & thick 'high' smell...

 

There is lacquer spray can in the market but probably rare and you are right about the clear paint. Both of the items could easily confuse some people out there. I bought mine from one of those D.I.Y. shop at Dunlop street that has large collection of spray can years back thus, you may want to try your luck with this shop.

[Kevs]

There is lacquer spray can in the market but probably rare and you are right about the clear paint. Both of the items could easily confuse some people out there. I bought mine from one of those D.I.Y. shop at Dunlop street that has large collection of spray can years back thus, you may want to try your luck with this shop.

 

Ok, thnx.

[Herculie]

i have a can of clear pray from ArtFriend.. for my project and models..

i havent try it on my bike though... dont want to either...

dont just go artfriend and buy, if can shop around, cos artfriend items tend to be more expensive..