rechromed headlight buckets September 15, 2011, 11:44:15 PM This is my first attempt at redoing the reflective surface on the inside of the headlight bucket on my 88 XR7.. what do you think? Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #2 – September 16, 2011, 01:26:36 AM Do you mind posting materials, prep procedures, and how you rechromed them? Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #3 – September 16, 2011, 07:53:44 AM +1 with the details.....Looks very nice. Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #4 – September 16, 2011, 12:21:14 PM I bought the spectra chrome system. (newchromeprocess.com) It applies a layer of silver over a special basecoat. Then you clearcoat it. I was considering maybe tinted the clear blue to give it that blue look but wasnt sure. its not a cheap system Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #5 – September 16, 2011, 12:28:39 PM Looks good. But I'm concerned that the surfaces are not mirror like and will diffuse the light instead of directing it. Will be anxious to see the results... Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #6 – September 16, 2011, 12:30:22 PM Very nice. Do that with the tail lights and polish all the clear and red pieces. BIG difference. Quote Selected
before during after Reply #7 – September 16, 2011, 12:38:31 PM started off black with green specs, basecoated (not shown), chromed (silver layer) then tinted clear with black.. black chrome Quote Selected
headlight Reply #8 – September 16, 2011, 12:47:45 PM yeah as it was my first attempt i didnt get it on smooth but ive been practicing. heres the headlight in action... (drivers side was redone) Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #9 – September 18, 2011, 12:35:56 PM Very nice work. Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #10 – September 18, 2011, 10:41:55 PM It may not be perfect but it's better than white plastic. Cheaper than new headlights I'd have to think. Quote Selected
rechromed headlight buckets Reply #11 – September 22, 2011, 10:07:05 PM yeah ill be doing the other one and see if I get it on smoother Quote Selected
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