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Old 09-17-2014, 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Double Venom View Post
Their IS a special two stage paint that looks "exactly" like chrome. Requires the part to be painted Black first, then the chroming color on top. "IF" successful the results are simply breath taking!
After awhile the coat turns yellow because of the UV rays.

Here you see my bike, the side cover after two seasons. Some of the crotch rocket guys spent thousands of $$$ just to see their "chrome" bike turn into vintage varnish.....

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