Tom:
The beautiful part about reusing your old pieces is that they will fit. New
does not = good fit. I rechromed all the pieces on my BJ8 and they came out
beautiful. That being said I spent extra time talking with chrome shops
about the process, time, cost, warranty, etc. There are cheap ways to
rechrome and you need to find a good reliable shop. Bumpers are of
particular concern and I recommend KEYSTONE out of Minneapolis tel #
612-789-1919. They do work from all over the country on bumpers and will do
a fabulous job guaranteed for life (shops get a better rate so maybe have
your paint shop get the price).
Dan
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From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of tomleavy@comcast.net
Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2008 6:57 AM
To: healeys@Autox.Team.Net
Subject: [Healeys] Reproduction British Chrome Question
Hi Listers-
Does anyone have any experience in dealing with UK Spares for replacement
chrome? I have searched alot of posts about rechroming, and am considering
purchasing the "premium" parts this company offers in lieu of agonizing over
finding an affordable, reliable rechromer. I have done a body off resto, and
while I want it to look perfect, I'm afraid I may wind up paying $1000 or
more extra to refinish my original bits. Right now, I'm looking at about
$1700 to outright buy all new chrome (exclusive of windscreen and vent
windows).
The body of my BJ7 came out beautiful, and the original pieces that I
thought I could get by with are no longer acceptable to me (sound
familiar?). I would like to adorn it with jewelry that reflects this finish.
I am interested in hearing your experiences with the Brit replacements, the
fit, the finish, and how it compares in price to rechromed original parts.
Any input will be greatly appreciated.
Tom
63 BJ7
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