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Larry Lord	No promises just yet but I think I've found a new powdercoat process that will fool even the hardcore perfectionists. Using a newly developed vacuum chamber process in powdercoating, I'm very confident that I'll be able to supply either chrome or black chrome grills at a cost of under $500.00 per grill. I need a broken or damaged grill to strip and experiment with if anyone has one. If I can't find one, I can use a brand new grill that I have. I just hate to use a new grill one if I can find a junk one. ------------------ Larry (Cruise Control) Lord Larry@FMBbox.com Products for your Prowler and Trailer: Wonder Bar Stabilizer Bars - Upright Trailer Storage Stands - Deck Lid Hinge Protectors - Trailer Latch Reinforcement Kits - KatRack Stowable Cargo Carriers - Pro-Strap Velcro Tie Straps - Keyed Alike Chrome Coupler Locksets - Logo Caps - Chrome Receiver Locks - Chrome Coupler Locks FMB Prowler Products. This message has been edited by Larry Lord on 11-23-2004 at 12:25 PM
Orange	I may still have pieces from a broken grill I worked on. If you just need to see how the powder will react with the grill material, you're welcome to have what I can find. Let me know
jd2ksilver	quote: Originally posted by Larry Lord: No promises just yet but I think I've found a new powdercoat process that will fool even the hardcore perfectionists. Using a newly developed vacuum chamber process in powdercoating, I'm very confident that I'll be able to supply either chrome or black chrome grills at a cost of under $500.00 per grill. In my quest for a decent chrome grill, I would be very interested in this Larry. I have seen Obi wan's, which is actually from Norb's source, and I think it was done in the way you are talking about. It is just mildly heavier than a stock grill, as compared to the three process chroming I had done from Advanced Plating, which is probably 10 lbs heavier, and much thicker chrome finish to it. Anyway,,,,, keep us all posted please, sounds like you may be onto something, especially the "under $500" part
Larry Lord	quote: Originally posted by Orange: I may still have pieces from a broken grill I worked on. If you just need to see how the powder will react with the grill material, you're welcome to have what I can find. Let me know I'm not sure about the paint stripping process so yes I would like to get the pieces of your grill if you can find them. It's pretty hard to strip paint off plastic parts without doing damage to the plastic. We've found a new abrasive that can be shot at low pressure to help control damage to the plastic but I'm not sure how well it will remove the paint. This new paint process looks very promising. I actually thought the piece I saw had been chromed not powdercoated. Translucent Colors over a chrome powdercoat base will also be an option. I think this will work well for wheels as well as the plastic parts. Keep your fingers crossed. If it works, chroming will get a run for it's money.
Orange	Found the pieces, they are bigger than I thought they were and should be big enough to see if the process works. I was going to use them for something (don't ask, it's a secret!) but if it will help save a grill in good condition, you can have them. Here is a pic. The ruler is 6 inches long. If you want this, email me with your address and they will be in the mail tomorrow.
Orange	By the way, those black dots are just dirt, not holes or scratches.
Larry Lord	Perfect! Thank you! Just what I needed. Larry Lord 2101 W. Key Street Colton, CA 92324 951-683-2209
Orange	Sent out you package today, you should recieve it monday or tuesday. Sorry about not sending it out on wednesday, but it was my last day at school and had to take care of a lot of stuff. Ron
Larry Lord	Thanks Ron, I'll let you know how it works out.
halicat	mmmmmmmmmm.. under $500..