Soft Chrome Plating

[Oversize]

I'd heard current chrome plating is softer than in days gone by, due to the chemicals being more environmentally friendly. Anyone know if there's any truth in the rumour?

 

[motec 6.9]

Hi Mark i am not really sure but over east everlast in Canberra should be able to help you out http://www.everlast.com.au/ they did the chrome work on my Galaxie coupe in the 90's excellent work or over here in Perth Vinci Chrome (08)92484220 are supposed to be good.

 

[Tony66_au]

Mark its all about the prep, process and finish mate.

Bare metal needs to be smoothed and prepped, then nickel plated for hardness with a final bath for Chrome plating.

You can plate Chrome directly on steel but the result is less than ideal.

You can also underplate with copper and this would also cause some hassles.

As we are in an increasingly competitive environment I suspect some platers and taking shortcuts.

Just Chrome in Tamworth are good if you are happy to send stuff away and he also does a range of Nickel plating which is unique in finish and appearance.

Steve Loffel is a grumpy bugger but knows his stuff, Just don't mention me lol.