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Old 04-25-2006, 08:46 PM
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Default Re: Burnt Finish?

Sounds like you have the current too high on the strip.
As for activating nickel, I've never found it neccessary.

What setup are you using?

I'd suggest you buff the part to remove the smut before you gold plate it.
That will make the gold shinier too!
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