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Plating/Chroming Wheels -- 'Got any Suggestions?

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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 07:06 AM
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Default Plating/Chroming Wheels -- 'Got any Suggestions?

Greetings Everyone;

I have an '09 Street Glide that is almost begging for some chrome wheels. The design of the stockers isn't too bad, so getting them plated is an option.

Three questions:

-Is the design of the '09 rear wheel something that would rule out plating
-Are there any reasons that make plating a set of stock wheels a bad idea
-Can any of you recommend a shop for plating a set of wheels?


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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 10:45 AM
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http://www.chromeprosplating.com/
 
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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by BDHE
Greetings Everyone;

I have an '09 Street Glide that is almost begging for some chrome wheels. The design of the stockers isn't too bad, so getting them plated is an option.

Three questions:

-Is the design of the '09 rear wheel something that would rule out plating
-Are there any reasons that make plating a set of stock wheels a bad idea
-Can any of you recommend a shop for plating a set of wheels?


Bryon
When/if you have them done, sure would like to see pics.
 
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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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+1 FOR CHROMEPROSPLATING....They did mine, and I couldn't be happier. One of the best bang for the buck mods you can do. The saved maintenance alone is worth it... Besides the great look.... You won't be disappointed. $550 for both wheels. Winter is almost here, great time to do it....
 
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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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I did that with my 2004 Ultra's wheels. Still using them and the chrome is still without flaws. Would do it again. I used Chrome Pros Plating. Great people to work with, and VERY affordable. http://www.chromeprosplating.com/
 
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I have used ChromePros also they did a good job. I would definitley plate your stock wheels so you can retain the new fancy IDS system thats built into the back wheel.
 
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