Anyone Considered This??

Marauderjack

Marauderjack

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I have two used OEM wheels for sale and one has a very small scrape in the clear coat that is hardly visable a few feet away!!:cool:

I have had numerous inquiries and have sent pix that show the spot and most have backed off....I guess due to the small flaw!!!:shake:

I searched for chroming services for aluminum wheels since I may just send these off to be chromed.....have the OEM fronts widened when the chrome ones return....have these widened ones chromed and sell the polished aluminum widened ones I am currently running out back!!??:beer:

Has anyone checked into chroming and if so whatcha think.....durability vs OEM's....appearance.....etc.???:confused:

Here's a link to a company that offers the service......I emailed but no reply yet!!??:shake:

http://www.calchrome.com/index.php

Marauderjack:burnout:

PS: If I can pull this together I need a committed buyer for the widened OEM's I have.....PM me if interested and we'll haggle??:D
 
I know Mac had his wheels nickle plated and they are beautiful, easy to clean and very durable, the down side is $$$$ to have it done
 
MERCMAN said:
I know Mac had his wheels nickle plated and they are beautiful, easy to clean and very durable, the down side is $$$$ to have it done
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Naperville, IL

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I had my wheels repaired / recoated.

At that time, I was told Chroming would be about $250 / wheel + shipping each way.

KillJoy
 
Weldcraft strips, polishes and recoats (lifetime guarantee on the coating) for $125 per + shipping.
 
For good durability I recommend http://www.meclec.com/
Working for a motorcycle manufacturer I can attest to their quality, Wheels included. Anyone living on the shorelines might not want to go the chrome route though; salt air wreaks havoc on chrome plated aluminum.
 
I've had mine chromed for close to 3 years. When I sent them out to Weldcraft last week to get widen, James one of the owners thought I had just had them done. Durable and easier to maintain than polish.
 
Marauderjack said:
I have two used OEM wheels for sale and one has a very small scrape in the clear coat that is hardly visable a few feet away!!:cool:

I have had numerous inquiries and have sent pix that show the spot and most have backed off....I guess due to the small flaw!!!:shake:

I searched for chroming services for aluminum wheels since I may just send these off to be chromed.....have the OEM fronts widened when the chrome ones return....have these widened ones chromed and sell the polished aluminum widened ones I am currently running out back!!??:beer:

Has anyone checked into chroming and if so whatcha think.....durability vs OEM's....appearance.....etc.???:confused:

Here's a link to a company that offers the service......I emailed but no reply yet!!??:shake:

http://www.calchrome.com/index.php

Marauderjack:burnout:

PS: If I can pull this together I need a committed buyer for the widened OEM's I have.....PM me if interested and we'll haggle??:D
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Better hope Marty doesn't see this post, he might think you are covertly trying to bring attention to something you have for sale that is or is not in the classifieds.
Seller beware. :nono:
 
jabo731 said:
I've had mine chromed for close to 3 years. When I sent them out to Weldcraft last week to get widen, James one of the owners thought I had just had them done. Durable and easier to maintain than polish.
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Who did your chrome job and how much was it per wheel??:confused:
 
Just heard back from the Calchrome folks and they charge $130.00 per wheel plus shipping both ways.....about $60.00 per wheel for a total of $190.00 per wheel!!:beer: Not bad if it is as durable as I think!!??:beer:

Marauderjack:burnout:
 
Marauderjack said:
What does salt air do to it??:confused:
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Unless you keep a wax/polish on it all the time the salt will actually cause corrosion between the chrome/nickel and aluminum. Takes time of course. I am sure someone close to the shore can attest to seeing it happen before.
 
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Doesn't sound too encouraging!! I just got this from Calchrome....:shake:

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Jack,

Chrome is durable as long as proper maintenance is used. We have a 2 year warranty on our chrome plating. However, properly maintained chrome could last the life of the vehicle. Please read the information on our website, Calchrome.com for maintenance and care instructions. Avoid all chemicals, acids, cleaners, polishes, etc. Use only mild soap and water to clean your chrome. Keep salts and brake dust off the chrome. You can wax your wheels with the same type of wax you would put on your paint to keep dirt from sticking to your chrome.

If you live in a salt environment, We offer an Electroless Chrome that does not corrode, However, it is slightly less bright and is a made of softer material. If you use chrome in a salt environment, you'll need to clean and dry them weekly and after each time you drive.

Let us know if you are interested in these options.

Thank you,

Blaine Radley
California Chrome Wheel Inc.
661-294-0170
Calchrome.com

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This sounds worse...not better!!!:argue:

Marauderjack:cool:
 
Jack, are they referring to road salt, or sea air?
I believe with a wax treatment every so often it would last a long time.
 
you'll need to clean and dry them weekly and after each time you drive. [End Quote]

It's this that I'm not to wild about!!:argue:

Who washes (cleans) wheels every time you drive it??:shake:

Nope......Clear coat is looking better and better!!:beer:

Marauderjack:cool:
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Marauderjack said:
you'll need to clean and dry them weekly and after each time you drive. [End Quote]

It's this that I'm not to wild about!!:argue:

Who washes (cleans) wheels every time you drive it??:shake:
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It's awful but i do clean my car & wheels when it goes out and in the garage.I know i got it bad:shake: , stupid car :D
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