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Have you considered welding the axle back on to the flange? Shouldn't be too difficult to get the correct orientation.
At least you'd have another backup.
BTW, thanks for posting your project. [/quote]
Actually I was wondering if anyone has tried reinforcing the weld on the flange for some added strength. There is a dimple right in the center of the flange that seems to be a weak spot and the crack looks like it started around there. I have some new Winner circle axles that should be stronger but the Hot Rodder in me wants to see if I could do something with the original. Thanks AB and it's a pleasure to share this build with the BCF community!
Have you considered welding the axle back on to the flange? Shouldn't be too difficult to get the correct orientation.
At least you'd have another backup.
BTW, thanks for posting your project. [/quote]
Actually I was wondering if anyone has tried reinforcing the weld on the flange for some added strength. There is a dimple right in the center of the flange that seems to be a weak spot and the crack looks like it started around there. I have some new Winner circle axles that should be stronger but the Hot Rodder in me wants to see if I could do something with the original. Thanks AB and it's a pleasure to share this build with the BCF community!
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Well it's time to get ready paint and after much deliberation I'm think of going with a chrome finish like pictured below. Has anybody, or do you know anybody, who has attempted this? I'm going to start off with some test piece in the next few week and was looking for any do's and don'ts.
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IS this using the process from Jay Leno's Page?
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Well...I would say your prep work would have to be beyond beyond perfect to get away with that. Even black is difficult to get right. Charlie
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Saw it on TV the other day, simple application process. Durability?
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Checked out this product by googling. Was impressed with it until I checked out the price on their website. :eeek: https://www.alsacorp.com/products/mirrachrome/mirra_price.htm
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I agree prep work will be an issue, but seeing the square footage is minimal, and it's a Bugeye and not a Merc, I'm figuring a few buddies, beers, bondo, and boards and it might be doable. As for durability yeah I'm researching that with some tuner guys, they love this stuff! I'm still on the fence but will try some test pieces at the shop. I also hear a little goes a long ways so the price may be deceiving based on the coverage I get.
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I noticed that their 1 Quart can is marked as 0.946 Liters, but their 1 Gallon can is marked as 946.4 mL. I would more expect 3785.4 mL.rkep01 said:
Just because I notice some details.
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Branson said:
I picked up a stone and crack one and now I can find another one to match. Seems like they discontinued these, figures. Anyways I looking for alternatives and was wondering if the one from moss were any good. The H-4 I have are great but ones is now cracked!