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Painting Chrome

Now a days, painting chrome is being used as a ride pimper and it has, and is gaining popularity, There has been some innovation in painting chrome as until recently the only way to get that famous shine which is specific to chrome paints was to chrome plate the vehicle. If you are new to chrome paint, it would simply be defined as the paint applied to get a shiny and mirror like finish. I would like to be frank here and I have to confess that personally I am not fond of painting chrome over the car. As I feel that the chromed car seems to be bedazzled extra ordinarily and it seems to appear that whole car has been wrapped in an aluminum foil. Any way this is only my opinion and majority of the car enthusiasts seems to enjoy and adore a chrome car so I would be rather commercial here and will tell you some tips for custom chrome paint as well as chrome paint trim. The biggest advantage of chrome car paint is that it provides with perfect base coat and any other art work can be applied by painting over chrome and the chrome paint acts as a high light thus really pimping the car.

Custom chrome car paint is best used in motor sports car when the car needs some advertisement painted all over it. So the chrome is used as a base paint to give prominence to over all advertisement painting. Typical process of applying car chrome paints is that first a dark base coat is used as a primer then a chrome spray paint is sprayed over it. However the base coat is not completely covered. Finally a clear coat is applied. Usually a tint or pigment is added to to give chrome a color since chromes are originally shiny, silver finishing. The appropriate blend of chrome and paint is necessary as applying too thin coat of chrome spray paint will give a dull metallic look which obviously kills the purpose of applying a chrome to your car.

As the appropriate blend of chrome and paint is necessary, so is the drying and application time. As I said that make sure the primer coating or base coat is not fully covered. The reason for this is because it is necessary for the chrome to shine as the shine heavily depends on the contrast between chrome and paint and messing with this crucial balance will simply ruin your all the hard works. Following are the steps you should follow in order to do some custom chrome paint. Adhering to them strictly will simply pimp your ride.

Candy Chrome

Chrome has long been a popular finish for automotive and motorcycle parts, as well as many household items, because of its beautiful shine, the depth of its reflectivity, and low required maintenance. In terms of functionality, chrome is extremely resistant to corrosion, will not oxidize, and can withstand harsh environmental conditions, which is another reason for its popularity in the automotive industry.

Many people operate under the misconception that chrome only comes in the traditional silver color; however, colored chrome, or candy chrome as it is sometimes called, has become a popular option for many car and motorcycle enthusiasts, as well as for household decor.

Candy chrome is the nick name given to a finish which is achieved via a combination of two processes: electroplating and color spraying. Chrome is actually a shortened term for chromium, a naturally-occurring metallic element.

Chrome is most commonly used to plate metals like brass, or steel, but can also be applied to plastics, aluminum, copper, or stainless steel substrates. Chrome is one of the best and brightest metallic finishes; it is also more attractive because it has a bluish tinge, whereas some other finishes have an unattractive grayish or yellowish tint. The reflection seen in chrome is more specular, meaning that even objects far away from the plating's surface are reflected clearly and accurately.

There are two basic methods for the application of chrome. The first is hard chrome plating, which is a functional application; the other is decorative or nickel-chrome plating, so called because it always involves a strike layer of nickel under the chrome.

The nickel layer is relatively thick, and provides the finish's smoothness, corrosion resistance, and reflectivity. The thicker the nickel layer, the higher the quality of the finish; sometimes, two layers are used. In comparison to the nickel layer, the chrome is incredibly thin, and it serves to enhance the reflectivity of the nickel.

The chrome layer also provides the bluish tint to the finish, as the nickel has a yellowish tint. "Show chrome" is a term sometimes applied to chrome plating that is of a high enough quality to be, for example, on cars in a car show.

It is sometimes stated that a layer of copper under the nickel, buffed to a full luster before the application of the nickel, will help to achieve this high-quality, ultra-bright finish.

To create the candy chrome finish, a clear coat is applied to the chrome or nickel* plated surface, which is colored with a dye. (In fact it is said that spraying the colour over the nickel gives the best result - but the finish is still dubbed candy chrome, even there is no actual chromium used).

Candy chrome can be produced in a wide variety of colors - blue, green, pink, multicolored, and black are just some of the colors available. The dye is mixed with the clear-coat, which is then sprayed onto the chrome or nickel finish. Because chrome itself has no color, and only reflects the colors that are around it, the dyed clear-coat imparts a deep and rich color to the finish.

Customizing a Car With Chrome Letters and Emblems

There are a number of ways in which we are able to customize our vehicle. There are the obvious ways of alloys, personalized number plates and of course all of the accessories you can get your hands on for the interior of your vehicle. However did you know there is now an improved way of getting certain messages across through the use of chrome emblems?

Chrome emblems are the ideal way of customizing your vehicle; they are the new and improved version of a bumper sticker and are produced using a high impact plastic with a chrome plated finish. So come on, replace your sloppy looking bumper sticker in favor of a classy and elegant looking chrome emblem. They are the same as what are used in the construction of a standard vehicle and generally can be found in the same size, which is approximately 2" by 4".

You may simply want to include a bit more information about your vehicle such as aspects related to the specific model or engine size or you may want to include more logos associated with the make of the car. You can achieve all of this and much more through the right logo and what better type of logo to use than a chrome emblem! There is so much choice open to you as you don't just have to stick to your basic car information. Thanks to the interest in these items more and more are becoming available. Some of the most common logo emblems that are around at the moment include various retro logos such as 'classic' or 'custom' as well as logos associated with Nascar. Also you are able to demonstrate your dedication to your faith through the use of religious symbols or your dedication to your country through patriotic and military symbols. There are now a lot of custom emblems options available, including the ones I have mentioned here but also there are a lot to do with certain movies such as Superman and Transformers.

Regardless of the style of chrome emblem you wish to place on your vehicle there are a number of things that they all have in common such as their size and the fact they are completely car wash safe. Not only this but all of them are guaranteed for the life of your vehicle. They are guaranteed not to chip, fade or fall off, which can all be problems for cheap plastic hot-stamp imitations.

No matter what vehicle you have whether it is a truck, van or car or whether you have an old vehicle right through to whether you have a sought after vehicle such as a Rolls Royce you are able to make use of a chrome emblem. They are a great way of altering the style of your vehicle and also make the perfect gift for a car lover.

With their easy and long lasting attachment you are able to make use of them for the length of time you own your vehicle and they will not be affected by elements such as extreme weather or things such as pressure washers. And finally you are left safe in the knowledge that your paint work won't be affected and that the emblem can be removed at any time.

2010 Maserati GranTurismo Specification

2010 Maserati GranTurismo Base Coupe Performance & Efficiency Standard Features

4,244 cc 4.2 liters V 8 front engine with 92.0 mm bore, 79.8 mm stroke, 11.0 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder

Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol

Multi-point injection fuel system

22.7 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 18.9

Power: 302 kW , 405 HP SAE @ 7,100 rpm; 339 ft lb , 460 Nm @ 4,750 rpm

2010 Maserati GranTurismo Base Coupe Handling, Ride & Braking Standard Features

ABS

Cornering brake control

Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs

Electronic brake distribution

Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management

Immobilizer

Rear limited slip differential

Driver selectable responsive suspension electronic

Stability control

Wishbone front and rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

Tire kit

2010 Maserati GranTurismo Base Coupe Exterior & Aerodynamics Standard Features

Painted front and rear bumpers

Driver power heated painted door mirrors, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic

External dimensions: overall length (inches): 192.2, overall width (inches): 75.4, overall height (inches): 53.3, wheelbase (inches): 115.8, front track (inches): 62.4, rear track (inches): 62.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 35.1

Electric foldable mirrors

Front fog lights

Headlight cleaners

Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights

Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, titanium look on doors and titanium look on dashboard

Metallic paint

Fixed rear window with defogger

Weights: curb weight (lbs) 4,145

Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

2010 Maserati GranTurismo Base Coupe Interior Standard Features

12v power outlet: cargo

Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto

Element antenna

Interior monitoring anti-lift anti-theft protection

Front ashtray

Bose RDS audio system with AM/FM and CD player CD player reads MP3

Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 9.2

Front seats cigar lighter

Clock

Coming home device

Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel

Floor and overhead console

Delayed/fade courtesy lights

Cruise control

Front seats and rear seats cup holders

External temperature

Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant switch off and multi-stage deployment

Sports heated electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, lumbar adjustment, five adjustments and tilt adjustment electric, electric and electric, sports heated electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment electric and electric

Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners

Front seat center armrest

Garage door opener

Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats, two head restraints on rear seats

Headlight control with dusk sensor active

Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.0 and rear headroom (inches): 35.8

Low tire pressure indicator

Memorized adjustment with three settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions

MP3 player

Navigational systems : information type: 3D and voice HDD, color and 7.0

Parking distance sensors rear and radar

Remote power locks

Vehicle speed proportional power steering

Front power windows with two one-touch

Front and rear reading lights

3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side with pre-tensioners

Rear seat center armrest

Two fixed individual/sports front facing rear seats

Automatic operation rear view mirror

Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls

Remote control remote trunk/hatch release

Front side curtain airbag

Leather seat upholstery with additional leather

Seating: four seats

Service interval indicator

Front side airbag

Eleven speaker(s) Bose

Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment

Tachometer

Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror

Ventilation system with micro filter and active carbon filter

Voice activating system includes radio settings, includes phone and includes navigation system

2010 Maserati GranTurismo S yellow color

2010 Maserati GranTurismo S interior

Types of Car Modification

Once you clay a car on a combination of several modifications to the car?

If not, now you can see a car that was created in Kuwait, north-east corner of the Arabian Peninsula.

As you can see, the headlights from a BMW 7-Series, his Body Nissan Maxima, the front bumper of a BMW M3, the door was taken from the Lamborghini style with gullwing rear doors, rear wing Supra and many more. Curious, you look better aja pictures below. Oath MODIFICATIONS this car cool.

beautiful car modification

Car modification can be broken down into professional and hobbyist. On the professional side there is the AMG division of Mercedes, the BlackOps division for the same manufacturer, as well as the M division for BMW. On top of that and we also see independent tuning companies such as Brabus competing with the in house tuners. These companies tend to make quite major and wholesale changes to the vehicles, be it from adding new engines, tweaking what is already there, body tuning or altering the suspension. Such alterations are geared at one thing, and that's either getting a quicker time for track racing or a more exciting road performance. Individual modifications of cars tends to be more basic with exhausts being changed, or turbos added. These changes are for the most part based in aesthetics, especially on Japanese import cars with spoilers being very popular despite any apparent speed increase being offered. That said there there is an amount of performance based tuning out there with young drivers keen to increase the speed of their relatively cheap cars.

Car's Body Kit Modification

Car body kits for primary purposes are used as cosmetic tools for your car, yet they have a potential of implicating a radical change in the appearance of the car. However applying just a body kit and assuming that car modification job has been performed very well is a misconception many armature car modifiers bear. One should always choose a body kit best aligning with the lines of your car.One should always choose a body kit best aligning with the lines of their cars. Kits requiring spray and paint should be properly sprayed or one should be prepared to spend extra bucks once the kit starts to peel off.

Modified Car Gallery

This is a beautiful car modification

SSC Ultimate Aero: Fastest Car in the World

SSC Ultimate Aero with the fastest recorded speed of 413 km / h or 257 mph it is currently the fastest car in the world car production. Armed with Twin-Turbo V8 Engine with 1183 hp and dibanrol base price $ 650,000. Verified in 2007 by Guinness World Records, SSC Ultimate Aero takes the lead as the world's fastest car beating Bugatti Veyron.

Car Modification Tips

For car lovers, would have been familiar with the name modification of the car. Even many who specialize in race cars modification results. The part can dimodofikasi inside and the outside of the car. In order for the modifications really as you wish and not a wrong move, a good idea to first read the following few tips:

1. If you are really new in terms of modification, you should use modifikator a proven reputation. This way you can better focus on the early draft of how the desired car modification.
onmouseover="this.style.backgroundColor='#ebeff9'" onmouseout="this.style.backgroundColor='#fff'">In the future, will surely give modifikator inputs from your plan is.
2. After the initial design is complete, it is time to adjust to the existing budget. Find out first what price is required for modification, ranging from spare part to the honorarium for the modifikator. Do not put too fit budget, give respite beberpa percent to keep things that are not desirable.
3. Make a list of spare part. Before shopping, start by noting first of all needs, and then note what goods are purchased in order not to buy the same item twice.
4. If you intend to modify the car from scratch, you must first choose a suitable car. Find a used car that is still feasible to be modified. And most importantly, make sure the car is not a stolen car!
5. If you intend to replace the car paint, first paint erosion must be done. Is common practice with Blasting method that makes the car back to the original color is gray. After the liquidation is complete, it's time you contacted berpengalamandan painters began choosing colors. The important thing here is the quality of the paint, not to choose a cheap paint but also cheap quality.
6. For the engine, brakes, suspension, and tires, look for the type and type that matches your car, so that these components durable. Engine is the most important and expensive. Make sure you choose the machine according to what your previous designs.
7. After all is installed, time to consider the interior and exterior design. This is the most interesting people, therefore, choose the color and stroke of the right techniques, so your car will look beautiful.

If you are really a fan of modification, a good idea to join the various communities, so that you can exchange experiences. Remember, experience is the best teacher. Enjoy your car modification results ....

Automotive Modifications For Drifting

The drifting world is a complex mix of one-timers, enthusiasts, semi-professional and professional. While there are different outlet arenas for this mixture, one thing is constant. For a car to drift well, modifications are crucial. It is true that a car can drift without modifications, but it is unlikely to do well in any competitions, and it will eventually need mods if the driver continues to drift. Our third article in our drifting series will focus on typical modifications for a drift car, and some unique modifications.
There are seven main areas of a car that drifters tend to modify:
1. Drive train
2. Tires
3. Interior
4. Exterior
5. Engine
6. Steering
7. Suspension
This article will cover the first four modifications, drive train, tires, interior and exterior. Followed by an article dedicated to engine, steering and suspension modifications. Modifications to drift cars are critical and technical, and thus, take more time to cover than other drifting subjects.
Drive train customization of a drift car is, without a doubt, the most important of the seven. In order to properly drift, one must first consider installing a limited slip differential (LSD). While some vehicles come standard with a LSD, the most typical stock differential is open. Unfortunately, open and viscous differentials do not allow for control of a sustained slide. The most popular type of limited slip differential is the "clutch-type", which allows for invariable lock-up activity of the vehicle during both acceleration and deceleration. Two other types of differentials that are prominent among drifters include, a "spool" differential and a welded differential. Spool differentials are interesting, in that, they perform no differential effect, the wheels of the vehicle are simply locked together. On the other hand, the welded differential is a procedure that welds the side gears together, making a drift possible at a high rate of speed. There are definite cons when choosing to go with a limited slip differential alternative. For example, while a welded differential is much cheaper, it makes parking more difficult and is devastating to the drive train over time. So while there are cheaper methods of obtaining a differential system that will allow for accurate drifting, in the long term, it is most efficient to go with a LSD.
Another major modification to the drive train of drift cars is the clutch. Some drifters opt to buy inexpensive clutches often, because regardless of the amount of money spent on them, they will have to replaced time and time again. However, many professional drifters choose ceramic brass button or multiple plate varieties of clutches for their durability. A further benefit of these more durable clutches are their ability to withstand the clutch-kick technique of drifting. Clutch Masters, Competition Clutch and Daikin/Exedy are all prominent performance clutch manufactures that drifters look to, when searching to modify their stock clutch.
Any drifter will tell you that they go through a lot of parts, it is just a hazard of the game, but there is no part they go through more than tires. The tires that one utilizes typically depends on their current level of drifting and where they drift. Many competitive forums, such as D1 Grand Prix, only allow certain commercial tires that are approved by their particular agents. However, those who drift that aren't quite on the D1 level have a different approach when choosing their tires. Drifters typically place different tires on the front and back of the car, with the good tires going to the front. Due to the damage that drifting can cause to tires, some opt to use pre-owned tires on the back of the car, because of the likely hood of them being used after a show or competition is slim to none. However, one must not underestimate the power of good tires.
Tires are the key element to grip, and maintaining the best possible grip is essential for control, speed and a quick snap on the beginning entry. Fortunately for the higher budget drifter and teams with great funding, tire manufacturers are now producing tires with the drifter in mind. For example, Kumho is now producing special effect tires that will give a drifting crowd colored and scented smoke. For all of the talk about tires, it is critical to safety that tires have adequate tread. Those opting for cheaper used tires, often find themselves planted in a wall because the tires were not adequate for drifting purposes.
Most drifting fans are well aware of the fact that drift cars are not pretty. While a few are show quality, this is typically a function of available funds, not being a good drifter. All drift cars get beat up...that is just the name of the game. So one may question why would a drifter spend money modifying the interior of their car. The answer is simple, these interior customizations aren't for looks, they are done to make drifting easier. Some interior modifications include, seating, steering wheel, hand brake and gauges. For example, with a bucket seat and harnessing, drivers are free to simply turn the steering wheel versus brace against it. Additionally, replacing the locking knob on the hand brake with the a spin turn knob ceases locking up of the hand brake when it is pulled. Some choose to move the hand brake's location or add a hydraulic hand brake actuator for increased braking force. These hand brake mods are critical, because of the techniques that involve the emergency brake in drifting.
Exterior modifications are just as important as the interior. Drifters often find themselves purchasing many body kits, spoilers, wings and vented hoods. Chassis customizations often include tower, b-pillar, lower arm and master cylinder braces. All of these braces increase the stiffness of the chassis, making for a better drift experience. Typically, mods such as spoilers and wings are only done when a car is asked to produce more downforce on large, open tracks. Over the years, drifters have learned that when it comes to body kits, there are ways to save some hard earned cash. While most body kits are bolted on, the drifter will often use zip ties which will allow the body kit to break away from the car in the event of an accident rather than be destroyed.
All drifters choose what modifications that they feel are most important, and budget will often play a large roll in these decisions. Professional drifters have sponsors that provide the funds for these modifications, as long as their driver is producing, but this is a catch twenty-two for those who are serious about breaking into the sport of drifting. We will cover the final three typical modifications in our next article, and address this catch twenty-two that hopefuls find themselves in.
Stay tuned for our next drifting article, all brought to you by Modified 240
Jennifer Lassiter is a mom of four girls, and a advid fan of the Nissan 300zx and 240SX. She enjoys shopping for aftermarket accessories and putting new touchs on her car. She also runs her own business.

Affordable Sports Car Insurance

Get the Best Insurance Rates For Sport Cars

People who own sports cars might be the "Owners of the Street". Sports cars offer great features and many, many benefits that many automotive buyers are looking for. But, sport cars often more times than not pose a problem when obtaining the car insurance they desire without paying too much.
It's an absolute fact that insurance for such vehicles have much higher premium rates than any other car on the road. So it can be a major problem when applying for car insurance since the fees and rates for premiums hit the pocket book hard. So, here are a few tips that can help you in getting the best insurance rates possible for your sports vehicle.
1. The owner of the vehicle should have a very good credit score and maintain that rating for many years. Insurance companies will offer better rates to those people who have great credit scores. Before applying for your insurance policies, the vehicle owner should make sure he or she has no credit card debt.
2. Vehicle owners can enjoy insurance rates that are better for them if they install their sports car with safety features and gadgets. The vehicle owner can buy safety airbags, have antilock brakes put in as well as stability traction controls. These few are recommended for the protection they provide. Not only will this safety insure the vehicle owner is safe it also allows insurance companies to lower rates.
3. Sports car owners should also maintain very good driving records. Insurance companies offer lower rates to safe drivers.
4. Sports Car Premium quotes are reviewed based on the shared information that is givin to the insurance company. Sports vehicle owners should try to always make sure that they give the most accurate and correct information when applying for better rates, through insurance quotes for their vehicle. This will always help make sure you are trusted.
5. It is super important to do research before ever buying any type of vehicle insurance. Insurance companies offer different insurance rates. Insurance companies offer discounts during special events or when they are pushing to promote their company. Any car owner should always know this and keep informed about any type of discounts and rates. They can always make use of the vastness of the internet to get insurance quotes and compare rates between companies before making a final selection.
6. Once a final choice has been made, car owners should not stop there. They should update their policies and their information on a regular basis. They need to continue to check their insurance policies to ensure that they are still enjoying the same rates and terms that were initially offered.
Sports cars are great and I think they are something everyone looks forward in their life to enjoy. So they should not be such a burden to those who own them. Even though they have higher rates in their insurance. The owner should at least make a stand and fight for their right for a fair rate!

Nathan Scheer is alternative research and author. Who works with insurance companies to make sure fair rates are given to all.
His favorite quote is: "Get an immediate Raise by Saving Money" - And it's true.
Visit Possible Cash Auto Rates to find out more about ways to save money on Car Insurance.

Extreme car modification on ABT Contest

The Unique Cars Modification

What compels these car owners to go to extremes in the world of car modifications?

They are different, totally insane and head turning.

Unlike owners of brands like Ferrari, Porsche or Lamborghini, which compared to these cars, are common, these owners want to take car modification to the extreme….’how low can you go?’, ‘how big n bad is your spoiler?’. You can quite easily spend the same money on these cars as on purchasing a Ferrari.

As DannyBoy says “You can buy a Ferrari from anywhere….most people nowadays would not even bother looking at them, they are common you see……but these cars….you always get a comment….some people think they are ugly or stupid, but others think they are radical!…..the madder the badder….see!”

To these extreme modders, these cars are aesthetically pleasing….and pushing the boundaries of aerodynamics….a statement to the drones….we are unique, we are original! One thing is for sure….avoid those speed bumps!