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Old 02-20-2019, 11:55 AM   #4
frenchy51
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Re: Need help! 73/74 grille restoration

I "restored" the cracked and worn original on my "74 Blazer by fiberglassing with mat and resin the cracks. The plastic chrome on the outer surround was good so I cleaned it with car wash. The egg crate chrome was bad so I cleaned it well and sanded any bumps then I took a chance and used thin "chrome" pinstripe tape (I think I got it on Amazon but it's available from auto parts stores). I painted the inner egg crate areas with "argent" wheel paint. Note-I painted the Argent before laying the chrome tape. I had the blue bowtie you see hanging on my wall (no idea what year it is). I can't remember if I glued it on or drilled holes and bolted it? Perfect fit. It all still looks good after about a year of driving including 100+ degree days.
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