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Old Aug 16, 2018 | 12:41 AM
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Chipped off a part of chrome on my thundercone, thunderheader slip on, on my low rider.

It was very close to the connector bit of the pipe to the header.

Chrome peeled right off.

Is this going to be a future problem if I leave it as is? I'm concerned about the rust and possible degradation to the other bits of the pipe

Visually it's hidden under the exhaust clamp, and I've also applied anti seize when installing.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2018 | 05:30 AM
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Your correct, the chrome will continue to lift if you don't seal the edge.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2018 | 09:19 AM
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how do I seal the peeling?

paint?
 
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Old Aug 16, 2018 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by harlot
how do I seal the peeling?

paint?
I've never done it before but maybe try some clear coat.
 
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Old Aug 16, 2018 | 12:35 PM
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Pretty sure the clear coat will burn of in just a few minutes after starting the engine, it does help in places where high temps are not a problem.
 
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