Chroming Parts

Modeling Subjects Autos
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I have 1 or 2 ideas on chroming plastic model parts for a car, " Bumpers and so on " but I wanted to ask for other ideas,

So let me know what you have in mind .

Thanks

Bud

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Chrome can be applied by professionals or one can do it by using foil or paint.

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Here’s something to consider (I have not tried them, I just remembered them being mentioned on the forum previously) http://www.chrometechusa.com/

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Hi Bud,

The easist way that I’ve found is to use Alclad II color ‘Chrome’ over a gloss black undercoat. Very easy, as long as your part and undercoat are nice and smooth. It actually looks like chromed plastic, as opposed to many of the other paints on the market.

Cheers

Tony

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Beleave it or not, I was getting to order Alclad II from ebay right now.

1st off thanks all for all the GREAT Tips.

Soooooo I just have to get the seams done and paint it Gloss Black and then Alclad II ? Do I have to go light with the Alclad II or just paint it as I would anything ?

Bud

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I went to youtube and seen how it’s done.

Going to go to Hobbytown USA tomorrow to get it not ebay.

Will let ya’ll know how it turned out

Thanks again

Bud

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Bud,

The Alclad is great stuff! There are seveal references on the Internet for tips on using Alclad. I believe :Swanny’s Models" has a good tutorial. Krylon Gloss Black or Tamiya Gloss Black(my favorite) work well as an undercoat for it. As you mentioned, meticulous preparation of your parts is key, as the "chrome will only highlight any imperfections in the surface. I usually put on two light coats of the Alclad. Good luck on your project. Look forward to seeing an update.

David

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I use a Product called “Kosutte Gin-San” made by Wave(now).

It is a powder you apply over a Gloss Black Coat and than polish it to the shine you want.

IMO, it actually beats Alclad Chrome for the finish and looks. There are some comparisons online for the stuff and Alclad Chrome.

HTH.

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Cool, thanks for the info I will look into that.

Here is what I have done with the Alclad Chrome

Not to bad for my 1st time.

Thanks again

Bud

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Bud,

Looks great! I did an extensive search for the Kosutte Gin-San product mentioned above. I have not been able to locate any company that has it in stock - anywhere… It would be great if someone in the US carried it. [:D]

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D’oh,

That’s my luck for you.

Thanks for looking tho.

Bud