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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 08:48 AM
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Where can I fnd an engine dress up kit for my 2005 Honda Accord V6? I like to find either chrome or carbon fiber valve cover. Thank you!
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:03 AM
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Well, you would probably have to DIY because they don't sell engine covers (different than a valve cover) in chrome or carbon fiber. A engine dress up kit had a bunch of colored hoses and wire loom and stuff. It's more rice than nice.
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 01:04 PM
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I have a guy that might be able to chrome the valve cover if I am not able to find one. It is hard to find certain things for the 03-07 Accords. Thank you for your help!
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 01:06 PM
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Like real chrome? The V6 engine cover is plastic and can't be chromed with actual metal chrome. The valve covers under the engine cover can be of course!
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 01:39 PM
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I never got around to finishing the project,but it came out great.

Wet sand,spray paint,clear coat.

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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 04:30 PM
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Lovin the car! The gold looks great!

-$tanley
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 04:40 PM
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This guy I know has a new procedure that will chrome plastics. He just finished training for it. It is something similiar to powdercoating but with plastics. He told me he should be able to chrome it. It does has a temperature limit to it so he is checking on it. That gold looks pretty good on that engine especially with the gold calipers.
 
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 04:50 PM
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Ah! That would be awesome! I've always wondered how they chrome plastic!
 
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Lovin the car! The gold looks great!

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Thanks.
 
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