Posted: 6/7/2006 11:50:45 AM EDT
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I am changing my front bumper on my '84 Blazer with a flatblack winch bumper. I have 4 off road lights with chrome housings. Id like to paint them FlatBlack. What steps do I need to do to get paint to adhere to the chrome? thanks. |
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Depends how long you want it to stick, or how much $ you want to spend. Chrome on aluminum or steel can be removed by the reverse process that is used to plate the part to begin with. Take it to a chrome shop and simply ask them to remove it. Should only cost a minimum. Sand, prime and paint. OR Take them to a body shop as is, and have them clean and spray directly over the chrome with DP-40 two-part epoxy primer. This will be a barrier between the chrome and whatever you choose to paint it with. More expensive, but well worth it. I had both bumpers on a '91 F150 done back in '92, and the finish is still there. |