PWB Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 I guess my console ashtray was zinc or cadmium coated? Any one know a person that would re-coat such a small job? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seafoam65 Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 (edited) Eastwood sells a kit where you can do your own tin-zinc plating which is what it originally had. The whole kit is only 69.99 and it works great. You can plate your buddy's small parts and make money off the kit. Edited November 13, 2017 by Seafoam65 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted November 13, 2017 Author Share Posted November 13, 2017 1 hour ago, Seafoam65 said: Eastwood sells a kit where you can do your own tin-zinc plating which is what it originally had. The whole kit is only 69.99 and it works great. You can plate your buddy's small parts and make money off the kit. Sounds good. I'd like to get a thick coat on it. Do you have personal experience with the kit? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seafoam65 Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 (edited) It isn't a coat like paint.......it is actual plating just like it is done originally. I have used it some years ago and it works great. It is actually electro plating where you dip the part in the solution and wires are inserted in the solution that are connected to D cell batteries. for extra protection against future corrosion you can spray it with clear after you are done. Edited November 13, 2017 by Seafoam65 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted November 14, 2017 Author Share Posted November 14, 2017 Its on sale for $65. Woot! Guess I could re-tin my hose clamps. Can't find anything else to tin.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC1968Riviera Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 On 11/13/2017 at 10:42 AM, PWB said: Eastwood sells a ki Is this the kit? http://www.eastwood.com/ew-electroplating-system-tin-zinc.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWB Posted November 14, 2017 Author Share Posted November 14, 2017 That be the one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloo Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 You can also zinc plate at home with ordinary household chemicals, a piece of zinc, and a power supply. Look around on the net, I think it is vinegar, sugar, and epsom salt. An old used trim tab off of a boat can supply the zinc. This does not give professional results, but is fine for corrosion resistance, and with a little babysitting and care can produce almost professional results. No dangerous chemicals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 On YouTube, you can find a video of an Eastwood technician demonstrating this item. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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