Summary for motorcycle parts rechroming Discussion
Need rechroming of motorcycle parts is answered mostly with sourcing advice rather than a specific shop list. For George’s 1998 request, Chip Brown says a local bike shop is the best starting point if the parts are not too old or rare, since some items can be handled through exchange programs. For Brian’s black chromium request, Robin McCullough recommends checking motorcycle magazines and vintage-bike publications such as Old Bike Journal, Walneck’s Classic Cycle Trader, Motorcycle Shopper, Hemmings Motor News, and Classic Bike for references. Other posters ask for show-quality chrome platers for motorcycle parts, scooter parts, and even truck wheels, but the thread does not name commercial suppliers. The discussion also includes a separate note from A. correcting the spelling of Hemmings and pointing Richard to www.hemmings.com for parts and references.
1998
I’m painting an old motorcycle and need some parts rechromed. Any ideas when I might have this done? I’m from Kansas if that does any good.
Thanks
George
George W [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
Kansas
Ed. note: This RFQ is outdated, but technical replies are welcome, and readers are encouraged to post their own RFQs. But no public commercial suggestions please ( huh? why?).
There may be any number of places in your area that chrome plate their own products, but when looking to get your parts done, your best bet is to work through a local bike shop, if your parts aren’t too old or rare. For example, if you want the rocker boxes of your ’56 Panhead chromed, you can get an exchange easily.
Chip Brown
– Long-time motorcycle rider
1998
I am looking for a shop that can plate my motorcycle parts with BLACK CHROMIUM.
Brian D
-fiber communications
1998
Ed. note: This RFQ is outdated, but technical replies are welcome, and readers are encouraged to post their own RFQs. But no public commercial suggestions please ( huh? why?).
A good place to look for references is in motorcycle magazines that cater to the vintage bike hobby like Old Bike Journal, Walneck’s Classic Cycle Trader .
Motorcycle Shopper and of course the bible of the vintage car enthusiast, Hemmings Motor News. Another good source for info is the Brit mags, Classic Bike.
and Motorcycle.
Robin McCullough
– Endos
1998
I have some six lug wheels on a 4WD Chevy that need to be re-chromed. Is there someone close to the Beaumont, Texas area that does this?
Matt B [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
– Mauriceville, Texas
2000
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2000
Hello, I am looking for a Show Quality Chrome Plater for multiple motorcycle parts. I am especially interested in platers in the Midwest region, but will ship anywhere for the right plater. I will need a quick turnaround, as the bike will be disassembled at the dealer, and he does not wish to have the bike torn up long at the shop.
Thanks,
Scott W
[last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
– Columbia, Missouri
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I am busy restoring five vintage scooter from the 1950’s and need to have a bunch of small parts show chromed. I would welcome any recommendations of reliable, good shops.
Frank R [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
– St. Louis, Missouri, USA
2003
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I am refurbishing a 1972 G-10 Series Chevy Van. I have been referred to Heming’s^Hemmings Motor News, but cannot find the site. Otherwise, I have checked with salvage yards from coast to coast. The van needs many items, and the most vital right now is a gas tank to replace the rusted old one. I sure would appreciate some assistance in my search, as I am not knowledgeable about these things. Thanks!
Richard B [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
– Tallahassee, Florida
2000
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A. Hi. There’s a double “m” in Hemmings, Richard. Once you know that, the rest is easy: www.hemmings.com
If you’re ever up in Bennington, Vermont, Hemmings has a very cool little antique auto museum.
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