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Old Sep 23, 2015 | 09:59 AM
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Plastic Chroming

Does anyone know where I can get this procedure done on the West Coast?
I would like to get the plastic covers on the seat hinges redone. They aren't broken anywhere but the plastic is starting to peel.
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Old Sep 23, 2015 | 10:17 AM
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Try "Shine On" on in Nanaimo. They do the spray on chrome finish. There's a similar place in Sidney but I wasn't too impressed when I talked to that guy in the spring.
Old Sep 23, 2015 | 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by transman74
Does anyone know where I can get this procedure done on the West Coast?
I would like to get the plastic covers on the seat hinges redone. They aren't broken anywhere but the plastic is starting to peel.
Thanks
You probably already know that plastic "chrome" isn't really chrome. It's a vacuum deposited aluminum coating. That's what the factory used. There are vendors who will actually apply chrome to plastic, using a process of vacuum depositing nickel then applying the chrome. The latter is much more durable (and expensive). Be sure you compare apples-to-apples when considering price.
Old Sep 23, 2015 | 12:23 PM
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I have had parts done by Mr. G's Enterprises. https://mrgusa.com They are located in Texas.
Old Sep 23, 2015 | 02:56 PM
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Thanks for the information fellows. Will check both out.
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