Working with chromed bolts
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Just a note of caution here, before choosing chromed hardware for your rod you should read up on hydrogen embrittlement. When using an electrolytic plating process, free hydrogen atoms are introduced into the parent metal. If the part is not baked shortly after being plated, these hydrogen atoms can lead to weakening and possible failure of the part. The plater has to be well versed in the proper techniques for plating any suspension or other critical-duty parts. Unknown chromed parts should be avoided in these areas. Chroming without using proper procedures won't make a lot of difference on an oil pan, but it could mean the difference between life and death on a suspension fastener. | Just a note of caution here, before choosing chromed hardware for your rod you should read up on hydrogen embrittlement. When using an electrolytic plating process, free hydrogen atoms are introduced into the parent metal. If the part is not baked shortly after being plated, these hydrogen atoms can lead to weakening and possible failure of the part. The plater has to be well versed in the proper techniques for plating any suspension or other critical-duty parts. Unknown chromed parts should be avoided in these areas. Chroming without using proper procedures won't make a lot of difference on an oil pan, but it could mean the difference between life and death on a suspension fastener. | ||
| − | + | A note to those who are considering chroming existing hardware: The addition of chrome plating can increase OD and/or decrease ID, so be aware of this and make provisions to accommodate it or to prevent plating from reaching critical areas. | |
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