Un croming a bumper
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Use sandpaper and sand the chrome, scuffing it and causing it form ridges in the finish that will allow primer or a sealer to adhere to the surface. Then use a fine grit sandpaper to sand it smooth and apply paint.
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Look into a paint called Ameron. It is a two part epoxy paint that I have seen used on chrome. It worked very well in that application.
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Hey Walter, what model is the truck and where are you, I might have a painted one that I would trade.
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Thanks all for the information. If John does not have one, or is too far away, then I will look into the paint first. Next try the sandpaper. Thanks again. This is way I enjoy coming here. Alot of friendly, helpful folks. 
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Walt, mine is older and is in Durham NC. :-(
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getcher self a good orbital sander, and some 80 grit paper. you can either take it all the way off, or just scuff- sand it... either way, lemme know how it turns out.
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You're going to best off taking it to a professional plating service and having them "dechrome" it. It's going to cost a few $$$ but you'll get the best finish that way. I'd also consider having it powdercoated instead of painted. It'll last much longer.
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Bill is right, I used to work at a plating plant and we had a potash tank that was hot, and that would strip off chrome.
Why put scratches into your bumper that will show thru later?
The idea about powder coating is good too, the stuff is really tuff! good luck, Greg 58
Why put scratches into your bumper that will show thru later?
The idea about powder coating is good too, the stuff is really tuff! good luck, Greg 58
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