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General => Open Discussion => Topic started by: quads_only on April 09, 2005, 06:50:47 PM

Title: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 09, 2005, 06:50:47 PM
what would be some benefits and problems of chrome plating my yfz  frame.  can get it done for around 1200 to 1500.????
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: Mrs.Nightbreed on April 11, 2005, 08:50:11 AM
Not sure about details, but call American Motorsports or a car drag shop. I know NHRA recently changed the rules about chrome plating car chassis because of something to do with the integrity of the metal after the process. I am not sure if that would relate to safety concerning a quad frame though.

Also, I don't think chrome will flex well with the frame. It will probly flake and crack.
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: SkyHighT100 on April 11, 2005, 08:52:03 AM
Why not just powedercoat it using a chrome color? www.tigerdrylac.com has TONS of colors
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Post by: TurboBanshee_kid on April 11, 2005, 04:37:57 PM
NO DON'T DO IT IN LESS IT IS NOT GOING TO SEE DIRT AGIN.
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: Moose on April 11, 2005, 05:13:27 PM
It will crack and peel, just look at a bent bumper.
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 11, 2005, 08:17:06 PM
didnt think of the flaking on the stressed parts. but even pc flakes and chips and paint also
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: dreth on April 11, 2005, 08:22:11 PM

Quotedidnt think of the flaking on the stressed parts. but even pc flakes and chips and paint also


but paint is cheap and pc is not 1200 or 1500$
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 11, 2005, 08:25:51 PM
I think chrome is a beautiful thing. [smiley=ThumbsUp.gif]
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: LIV2RIDE on April 11, 2005, 08:25:58 PM
It will destroy the integrity of your frame. Alot of the major companies do not offer swigarms in chrome because it weakens the metal
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 11, 2005, 08:28:03 PM
everyone offers chrome a-arms, so what gives .
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: Inyourdraft2000 on April 11, 2005, 08:35:42 PM
Chrome (dipped) depending on the quality of paint you purchase wont change the integrity of your frame however it will add more weight. It can flex a little and probably the only places it would crack if at all would be around the weld joints.
I have dipped a few Go cart frames and bent the frame around a tree once and the tubing bent and the crome was still fully in tact. I also have a huge dent in my truck chrome bumber and its not cracked. On a 4 wheeler frame the only benefit in my opinion is looks if thats what you want..Dont go cheap on the paint and it should be fine.....
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 11, 2005, 08:38:38 PM
thats the same thoghts l had
Title: Re: pros and cons of chroming your frame
Post by: quads_only on April 13, 2005, 04:23:05 PM
Talked to a chrome shop. and a couple more people and most think its not a good idea. that it does weaken the frame a slight amount. and I dont want to weaken anything on my bike, since Im jumping my ramp pretty much every weekend. Thanks for the input guys and gals [smiley=ThumbsUp.gif].
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