Re-chroming Bumpers, Any recommendations for shops in SoCal? |
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Re-chroming Bumpers, Any recommendations for shops in SoCal? |
ehokana |
Feb 16 2015, 09:40 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 99 Joined: 11-August 13 From: SoCal Member No.: 16,237 Region Association: None |
I've been dragging my feet on getting the bumpers for my '73 re-chromed, but the paint and body work is almost done so I need to get on it. Does anyone have any recommendations for shops in SoCal? I know it's getting harder to find anyone in Cali to do this work anymore because of environmental laws, but I figured someone on here may have a lead. Realistically, I would like the tit holes sealed prior to re-chroming, and only the front bumper is in need of plating.
Also, my other option seems to be stainless steel bumpers to replace my current ones- does anyone have experience with them? How is the fit? Any issues other than the cost? Ect. Thanks in advance, guys |
pete000 |
Feb 16 2015, 10:48 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,885 Joined: 23-August 10 From: Bradenton Florida Member No.: 12,094 Region Association: South East States |
If they do not need much refinishing prep. Verns is a good chrome shop.
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ConeDodger |
Feb 16 2015, 11:20 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,605 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
Original Customs uses a shop in Utah. I think they have free shipping. Call Mark at the OC...
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andys |
Feb 17 2015, 10:56 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None |
Astro Plating in Van Nuys. Reasonable pricing, knows 914 bumpers, and I believe a few here have used them including myself. Hmm, wonder if there's a connection between their zip code and plating Porsche bumpers?
Astro Plating 15236 Erwin St. Van Nuys, CA 91411 (818) 781-1463 |
sled9146 |
Feb 17 2015, 12:36 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 64 Joined: 7-July 06 From: Granite Bay, CA Member No.: 6,395 |
Pacific Plating in San Diego/Tijuana. Retail shop in San Diego near Rosecrans
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ehokana |
Feb 17 2015, 03:48 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 99 Joined: 11-August 13 From: SoCal Member No.: 16,237 Region Association: None |
Thanks guys! I've heard of Pacific Plating before so I may check them out if I plan a trip south soon.
Andys- thanks for that recommendation. Van Nuys is nice and close for me so I'll give them a call this week. It's always a plus to have someone who has done 914 bumpers before |
R8CERX |
Feb 17 2015, 04:57 PM
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2014 New year resolution: To get along with Woody... Group: Members Posts: 606 Joined: 5-June 13 From: California Member No.: 15,972 Region Association: Southern California |
Thanks guys! I've heard of Pacific Plating before so I may check them out if I plan a trip south soon. Andys- thanks for that recommendation. Van Nuys is nice and close for me so I'll give them a call this week. It's always a plus to have someone who has done 914 bumpers before Once you get some quotes could you advise or PM me? I am interested in re-chroming as well--specially rear bumper. Post before and after pictures! I will await for your experience and follow your lead once you get yours done txs R8CERX |
john77 |
Feb 17 2015, 05:07 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 621 Joined: 21-February 14 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 17,027 Region Association: Southern California |
I saw this recommendation on a thread somewhere on here not too long ago - I saved it because this is on my to-do list too.
http://thebumpershop.com/ |
pete000 |
Feb 17 2015, 06:34 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,885 Joined: 23-August 10 From: Bradenton Florida Member No.: 12,094 Region Association: South East States |
Please post your experience and if possible cost and turn around time, I have a few bumpers in the wings needing chroming.
Thanks! |
913B |
Feb 17 2015, 08:03 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 847 Joined: 25-April 05 From: South Bay/SoCal Member No.: 3,983 Region Association: None |
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andys |
Feb 17 2015, 09:20 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None |
Many platers in SoCal send the bumpers to Mexico for chrome plating. Though I haven't had direct experience, I've read on other forums of various problems from poor quality to long lead times and lost bumpers. I will tell you that Astro Plating does their own in-house chrome plating; that in itself is no guarantee of quality, but I'm pleased with the results. Oh, and they also did some straightening and ding removal on mine as well.
Andys |
ehokana |
Feb 18 2015, 12:11 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 99 Joined: 11-August 13 From: SoCal Member No.: 16,237 Region Association: None |
Thanks for that tip- I'd really prefer somewhere that does it in-house. I'll be sure to take pics and post once I get the bumper back
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Cuda911 |
Feb 18 2015, 02:40 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,489 Joined: 20-May 14 From: Oceanside (N. San Diego County), CA Member No.: 17,376 Region Association: Southern California |
Where in So Cal are you?
If in San Diego area, you might want to check out West Coast Plating. They are a mile or two from my house. I met with them recently, and they seem to do excellent work at their shop here in Oceanside. I didn't get any work done there yet, but the staff was great, and they have an excellent portfolio. Contact info: West Coast Plating Tel.: (760) 940-8777 Address: 2613 Temple Heights Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 http://www.westcoastplating.com/ |
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