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Posted by: vintagethunder Feb 14 2022, 08:18 PM
Has anyone chrome wrapped 914 bumpers, or for that matter in any color? I'd think it would be fairly easy and much cheaper than buying new, stainless steel, or re-chroming.
Posted by: infraredcalvin Feb 14 2022, 08:25 PM
My 6 looks like it has chrome paint on f/g bumpers, it’s not a mirror finish by far, it is shiny though, I guess it looks like silver without the metal flake. I’d bet chrome vinyl could look closer….
Posted by: mepstein Feb 14 2022, 08:30 PM
Chrome vinyl is very hard to wrap. Stretch too far and it distorts. Might be worth having a pro wrap it for you.
Posted by: Van B Feb 14 2022, 08:31 PM
3M makes a fantastic Chrome wrap in their 2080 series vinyl wrap.
But, I will say re-chrome is not as expensive as you might think and is still the real deal. Every American classic had chrome bumpers so there are ample shops in every state that can do it for you.
Posted by: vintagethunder Feb 14 2022, 11:25 PM
3M makes a fantastic Chrome wrap in their 2080 series vinyl wrap.
But, I will say re-chrome is not as expensive as you might think and is still the real deal. Every American classic had chrome bumpers so there are ample shops in every state that can do it for you.
I was under the impression environmental rules have closed down many who used to do it and made it expensive.
Posted by: Van B Feb 15 2022, 12:09 AM
3M makes a fantastic Chrome wrap in their 2080 series vinyl wrap.
But, I will say re-chrome is not as expensive as you might think and is still the real deal. Every American classic had chrome bumpers so there are ample shops in every state that can do it for you.
I was under the impression environmental rules have closed down many who used to do it and made it expensive.
Here’s a shop just north of you:
The Chrome Shop
(309) 786-3743
https://goo.gl/maps/XxmSSCKHcBUYnopb9
Posted by: jrmdir Feb 15 2022, 10:40 AM
That shop says $350 - $1,500 for bumpers. Ours should be on the low side I'd guess but here's an interesting video of a chrome wrap job that's way more complex than what we would need.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYYrzdFUM_s
Posted by: mihai914 Feb 15 2022, 10:50 AM
914 bumpers will most likely be on the high side. They are very flat and need plenty of work and polishing to make them look great. It doesn't hurt to go there in person and get a quote though.
Posted by: 914sgofast2 Feb 15 2022, 12:06 PM
I wrapped my front bumper in a carbon fiber look wrap. Pics later
Posted by: robkammer Feb 15 2022, 01:12 PM
These bumpers shouldn't be too hard to wrap. A couple of considerations: Buy the highest grade wrap film you can find, 3M, Oracal or Arlon all make cast film with air release properties on the adhesive. My preference has always been 3M though.You may want to piece the center of the rear and then bring the sides in by starting at the ends. Recesses are always troublesome. Clean the bumper really well, clay bar clean then Isopropyl. And patience!
Posted by: barnfind9141972 Feb 15 2022, 05:05 PM
Look for a wrap guy that also does window tint or something similar to make sure they have experience with not distorting. Wrapping color is no big deal, some kind of squeegee and a heat gun and it’s a DIY job. Chrome wrap is the most difficult to do and many pros mess it up. They usually carry it though as there’s plenty of cars that chrome wraps in various colors. Helps too that if it looks bad, generally they’re redo it or fix it at their cost which if you did it yourself you’re out a sheet and getting the adhesive off is a PITA.
Posted by: robkammer Feb 16 2022, 08:00 AM
If you can find a Fellers location near you they sell vinyl by the yard, it's usually 54" wide.
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