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Old 03-01-2007, 04:27 AM
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Default Re: Extreme Chrome 1st time

Intakes are realy tricky to do. Because of the irregular shape, theu need special spraying attenion. Spray the tough nooks first, then the easier areas. That will lessen the chance of overbuildup. I also like to shoot intakes hot, 180* or so, lets you see the buildup better in the tough areas. Trick to Chrome, it will allways dull when clear is applied. But, Half cure the chrome, thn let cool to 180, then shoot the clear, and bake for the clear full clear time. Half baking allows the clear to adhere better to the chrome. And if you full bake the chrome, then let it cool. The aluminum particles start to oxidize, thus causing the dulling. Half baking, then sealing it with clear lessens the oxidization time it has with the air.
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