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Does he allow you to pre clearcoat the parts before plating though? *NM*
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I had asked Dale about printed parts when I sent my last rack over a year ago. He did tell me he wasn't having much luck with them but didn't elaborate. Maybe a thin coat of acrylic would help. I've used Tamiya clear on modified parts I had plated with good results. *NM*
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My first chrome plating by Little Motor Kar Co. - before and after pics and lessons learned...*10 PICS*...
I was kind of wondering how 3D printed parts would accept "chrome". Interesting. Thanks for the info. *NM*
I had asked Dale about printed parts when I sent my last rack over a year ago. He did tell me he wasn't having much luck with them but didn't elaborate. Maybe a thin coat of acrylic would help. I've used Tamiya clear on modified parts I had plated with good results. *NM*
Does he allow you to pre clearcoat the parts before plating though? *NM*
We never talked about it but I've only been using it to seal in spot putty I used to fill sink marks and glue damage on bumpers. Very small spots but it's worked for me. *NM*
When I dealt with Chrome-Tech IIRC he told me that the safest bet was lacquer, like Dupli-Color. Polished the heck out of it and got some beautiful results. *NM*
Your a brave man Bill. I wouldn't try Duplicolor lacquer on any bare parts let alone something I has having plated. *NM*
ALWAYS test it first! You are right, it can ruin parts. I'm guessing every can is different. Different colors are formulated differently, it seems. I think the "chrome" can have any base you want, as long as it is thoroughly cured and smooth. Maybe that Alcad black base
Those look perfect! Thanks for the useful information *NM*
Great info, great PIX. Thanks so much, John. *NM*
