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Chrome pipe restoration
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almost always discolor. I'm not certain, but chrome shops might not do used exhaust pipes as the internal rust, soot & whatnot
will contaminate their chemicals tanks.
Alternative to re-chroming, ceramic coating is an option. It's been a while since I've seen anyone who's done it, but the ones I saw
came out pretty nice. Jet-Hot is one place that does it & they do a Classic Polish coating.
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martin_csr wrote: What KZ750 is it & are these the stock header pipes or aftermarket? Most if not all aftermarket are single-walled & probably
almost always discolor. I'm not certain, but chrome shops might not do used exhaust pipes as the internal rust, soot & whatnot
will contaminate their chemicals tanks.
Alternative to re-chroming, ceramic coating is an option. It's been a while since I've seen anyone who's done it, but the ones I saw
came out pretty nice. Jet-Hot is one place that does it & they do a Classic Polish coating.
I agree with martin_csr on both points. Also, even if you did find a chrome shop that could redo your pipes, you might find the cost to be out of reach.
The ceramic-type high temp coatings are perfect for exhaust systems. Very "chrome-like" in appearance and durable. Here's a link to the Jet-Hot company that martin mentioned: www.jet-hot.com/classic-polish/ . Also, I've attached a pic of the Kerker system on my LTD. It was coated inside and out when the system was brand new and still looks great 20 years later. The company that did it was HPC. Not sure if they're still in business as I couldn't find any contact info.
Good luck with your project.
Mike
Presently - 1980 KZ1000B4 LTD w/mild ported head, Megacycle cams, 1015cc Wiseco, Falicon Supercrank, R&D undercut trans
In a former life - KZ-based dragbike - CrMo car tire chassis, 1395cc, Hahn Racecraft turbo system, VP C16, Orient Express 3-spd auto, 7.80's @ 165-170.
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Livin in "CheektaVegas, NY
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!
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1977 KZ650-C1 Original Owner - Stock (with additional invisible FIAMM horn)
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