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othomas2:
Can it be done  ?

If possible what would be the general procedure ?? prep work ?? specific primer ? before using rattle cans...

My frame & forks have seen better days and are pretty pitted.

Advice please.

thanks
Owen

LXIX:
dont know? but i woulod think you would have to prime it first

jT Racing:
get a scotch pad to key the chrome. then it is the same as anything else. clean, prime, spray. i reccomend that you do a layer of clear on top to seal and for shine. hlps stop scratches taking colour off and looks far better.

othomas2:
Thanks townsend, as I'd suspected... will def lacquer too...

69er, I was wondering what kind of primer would be best for this surface.
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I've heard people say that it's not the done thing to paint on chrome and others saying it would be fine... think I'll just go for it.

stidds:
Get yourself some Acid Etch Primer.  It comes in an aerosol spray can (Halfords sell it) and it is specifically for priming metal surfaces, it ensures the paint will stick to the surface, it also prevents rust.

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