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Brian Magee · 07-08-03, 09:38 AM

Hi Mark

The main reason that chrome plating is not used on race car suspension is because the plating can hide cracks in the tube and is therefore not liked by scrutineers. Most cars use nickel plating which does not hide cracks.

Brian.

07-08-03, 09:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
Brian Magee Brian Magee Bronze Supporter Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Newbury England GT40: GTD Posts: 441 Rep Power: 12	Re: Issues with chromed suspension pieces? Hi Mark The main reason that chrome plating is not used on race car suspension is because the plating can hide cracks in the tube and is therefore not liked by scrutineers. Most cars use nickel plating which does not hide cracks. Brian.