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Mar 1, 2009 | 07:47 AM

gabulldog

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Chrome Hardware

Guys,, I am starting a complete (down to the engine-frame) teardown of a 03 FLH. I am sending some stuff to "Chromemasters" in Nashville,TN. Have you guys had any nuts/bolts/fasteners chrome plated and if so did you have any problems with the threads/nuts fitting after chroming. I don't want to have to use a tap-die on all of the stuff. A lot of the stuff I can by from the dealer but not all, besides it cost less to chrome my stuff. Thanks Gary

Mar 1, 2009 | 07:53 AM

ngoti8tor

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Make sure you use Harley Davidson certified chrome or it will void your warranty.

Mar 1, 2009 | 08:23 AM

rocknrod

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Somethines you have to go to different places to get exactly what you want:

http://www.gardner-westcott.com/

http://www.chromebolt.com/

http://www.boltdepot.com/Chrome-nuts-and-bolts.aspx

http://alloyboltz.com/catalog/index....42505394f674ea

Mar 1, 2009 | 08:26 AM

monkyman

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I've bought the gardner-wescott sets off ebay for the engines, trans. They cost about the same as a hot toppers set but IMO look better than a cap.

Mar 1, 2009 | 08:39 AM

harley-jones

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I have used http://www.gardner-westcott.com/ several time over the years. Good company.

Mar 1, 2009 | 08:52 AM

BadPiggy

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I used Diamond Engineering 12 pt. polished stainless.
www.depss.com

I have my bro's bike in garage. Took his engine covers off his Standard and had chromed. Since they were off I sent all the bolts to chromer to be polished. Damn things look AWESOME! Cost about $40 to get ALL the engine/trans/primary bolts polished.

I think polished bolts are better. You don't have the problem of chrome cracking and getting those annoying rust pockets.

Also, you should run a tap through EVERY hole when you're chroming/powdercoating.

Mar 1, 2009 | 09:47 AM

TooManyToyz

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Plating companies use various methods to protect threaded parts; from slip-on silicone sleeves to electrician's tape. I have never used Chromemasters but would be willing to bet that they know what they are doing. Give them a call.

I always test-fit plated hardware with a nut or bolt before actual assembly; tap and die set close by if needed.