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Old Aug 21, 2019 | 03:10 AM
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Lightbulb What to do with damaged chrome?

I've got this 6-speed Screamin Eagle gearbox which has a couple of dings in the chrome work. I am no particular fan of chrome, but I want it to look neat again.




What are my options? Could I perhaps sand and polish it? Powder coat it (black)? Or just leave it as it is. I know replacing the cover is an option as well, but I haven't found any yet (for a reasonable price). Thanks!
 

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media blast for powder or media blast for polish and clear coat. for the second, chrome comes all the way off
third option is anodizing, comes in many colors now, i had it done on some forks decades ago and holding up well even with normal road wear.
 
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