Author Topic: Price for a frame rechrome?? (Read 1370 times)

Mikku · « **on:** February 11, 2016, 02:28 PM »

Apologies if this is already on here somewhere but what's the going rate for a frame rechrome? I don't need a quote just a rough idea. The frame in question has some chrome loss to the dropouts, seat mast and the ends of the headtube. Thanks in advance.

BMX1973 · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2016, 08:38 PM »

When I have had them done it's been between £200-£300 for a Frame and Fork. Freestylers are normally the top end.

dancetothedrummersbeat · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2016, 09:19 PM »

Quote from: BMX1973 on February 11, 2016, 08:38 PM

When I have had them done it's been between £200-£300 for a Frame and Fork. Freestylers are normally the top end.

That's about right. Generally you get what you pay for. Allenchrome and Leigh Metal polishers are top notch

Mikku · « **Reply #3 on:** February 11, 2016, 11:59 PM »

Thanks for the replies guys! This would be for a loopy race frame, with no forks. I've never had anything rechromed before so have no idea.

dancetothedrummersbeat · « **Reply #4 on:** February 12, 2016, 12:10 AM »

Quote from: Mikku on February 11, 2016, 11:59 PM

Thanks for the replies guys! This would be for a loopy race frame, with no forks. I've never had anything rechromed before so have no idea.

About £150-£250 ish then. Depends on the condition of the frame beforehand, and the amount of prep/polishing required. Before you send or take your frame anywhere, be clear about what you want/expect (Like not having the serial numbers polished out). If you speak to any chromer who doesn't appear to be interested or doesn't seem to be listening to your concerns..... It's a big red flag. AVOID them. Plenty of great chromers around, and most good ones regularly deal with receiving/sending frames via post. I always try to go in person to drop off/pick up my parts, but i'm a bit fussy like that