> -----Original Message-----
> From: Jeff McNeal [mailto:jmcneal@ohms.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2000 10:37 AM
> To: Mitchell, Douglas (D.B.); Spitfire List
> Cc: Triumph List
> Subject: Re: Chroming roll bars - where?
>
[snippity snip]
> How does the chroming process "weaken" the metal or welds? I don't
> understand how it could, but of course that would be a
> concern if it is
> true.
>
> The only other reason that I'm having second thoughts is
> because I'll have
> to have the rollbar sandblasted first to remove the paint --
> another expense
> involved with the process. Oh well, I can get an estimate, at least.
>
> Best wishes,
>
> Jeff
Jeff,
I am not a metalurgist, but I have been told about the weakening
by people who know the chroming process. I believe that it has to
do with the liquids that the part is dipped into as well as chemical
reactions to the chrome itself.
I had my tongue-in-my-cheek when I referred to the acceleration
earlier, but I have had more than a few lumps on my head from
hitting the roll bar. Keep in mind that you will have problems
with the tonneau cover.
Good luck,
Doug
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