King of Trim

[juche_namja]

Anyone have experience lately with a SWB grille restoration from King of Trim?

I had a spare laying around so I thought I'd send it off and see what I'd get back in return.

KoT call me promptly letting me know they received it, said "turn around time was 3-4 months" and an estimated cost.

So, far so good.

[72targa]

Will be watching. Any before pics?

[juche_namja]

Will be watching. Any before pics?

Unfortunately, this was a "spur of the moment decision", so I didn't take a before pic.

Believe me, the grille was a mess. broken support rods & T bolts, bent slats, minor wear and abrasions and loss of the bright luster.

I'm hoping for a masterpiece.

[Nickelplated5s]

Juche, any idea on cost? I've got one here I had to cut the rods to open the deck lid. Currently sporting one from our sponsor.

[juche_namja]

Juche, any idea on cost? I've got one here I had to cut the rods to open the deck lid. Currently sporting one from our sponsor.

I was not surprised. I was expecting a range of $1000-1500. They quoted me $1400 for my grille, which was acceptable since mine was a mess. Just can't expect anything cheap anymore.

[sithot]

Years ago I had a pair done by an established plating business which advertised on car TV shows and Hemmings among other hobby rags. Mine were sent back plated in copper which had more or less taken over every profile and no chance for a do-over.

While they are garbage I keep them to remind me how poorly it can turn out.
Very few "good" platers in the game these days. The "authorities" made it hard to make a living. They will inspect you until you cry uncle.

Losing the profile of a part due to heavy handedness makes original parts very desirable even if they're not perfect.

Some very good plating comes out of Europe for the vintage bike crowd.