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Old 04-26-2010, 03:59 AM
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Has any one tried this, it may look like black chrome just thinking out loud.. Cya Slick
 
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Do what I plan on doing, go to a junkyard or just a crappy part of town (haha) and fine some peice of chrome to practice on. Go grab a chrome bumper from a junked car or something, that is always the best way with paint is to try it on something that isn't yours first. Good idea by the way.
 
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Old 04-26-2010, 09:16 AM
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dont do it i did it on my grill and it goes purple. i then had to sand it all off and paint it again dont spray chrome
 
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mmm anyone have experience with this? i wouldn't mind doing it to my rear bumper. any ideas on using it on the badges?
 
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Originally Posted by ericemery
you need this...


Description:

Dupli-color SHADOW Chrome Black Out Coating is a unique black translucent coating system that creates a high end custom dark tinted effect over any chrome or polished metal surface. Ideal for use on wheels, engine accessories, exhaust tips and exterior trim and accessories. SHADOW is resistant to chemicals, nicks, and chips and heat up to 250 degrees F.

I found it at my local Meijer store. Here is one spot online.
http://kustomaccessories.com/Duplico...source=froogle
when did they start making this stuff?!?!? i might get some and try it on stuff, then if it turns out well ill do it on my front grille
 
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wow i never saw this
 
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I'll have to try it out...and if it works well I'll prob use it on my nerf bars...Think it would work on an aluminum bed box?
 
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I like this metalcast, check it out.. Cya Slick

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rsj7yxnmlo
 


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