| 
Joe Curry wrote:
> Bernard,
> It is likely that the coating to which you refer is an anodized finish
> which is done on polished aluminum to add luster and protection against
> dulling.  Unfortunately, rock chips eat away at the finish and
> ultimately it will turn dull in those spots.
>
> I don't know if this process can be applied to old parts, but it is
> worth checking into!  Let me know what you find out!
>
> Joe
The shiny silver is an anodizing - commonly refered to in the industry as
"brite-dip".  Yes, it can be redone by a quality anodizing shop.  Not cheap, 
but not
as expensive as chroming something.
Regards,
Brian Schlorff    '61 TR-4     '64 TR-4     '72 TR-6     '79 Spit
---------------------------------------------------------------------
     Power British                             Check out Power British
    371 E. Main St.                                    on the 'net!
Norristown, PA 19401
   (610) 270-0505              http://www.powerbritish.com/~britcars
---------------------------------------------------------------------
 |