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Straighten Bent Diecast Grille Bars

Started by Whitney Otis 1188, December 13, 2006, 10:54:24 PM

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Whitney Otis 1188

December 13, 2006, 10:54:24 PM
I recently bought another diecast grille for my 1940 75 series.  The chrome is quite good on this piece and there are very few pits compared to my current grille.  However, 3 or 4 of the grille bars are bent.  Just wondering if anyone has rassled with this problem and come up with a way to straighten the diecase without breaking it.  I tried numerous searchs on this subject, but nothing came up.. or else my keywords werent key.  Thanks, Whit Otis

JIM CLC # 15000

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December 14, 2006, 12:22:15 AM
12-13-06
Whitney, Try Oregon Plating, in Portland,OR their address is:
436 South East 6th Avenue  Portland, OR 97214 Phone Number: 503-232-3543 Talk to Gary, tell him what you have and the repair it needs, he has a person that he farms out parts that need repairs. I had a 1938 La Salle hood ornament-unlatch lever that broke in half and the repair is invisable. Also, be sure to tell him that you want show-quality chrome.
HTH
Good Luck,JIM

Jack Hoffman #7042

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December 15, 2006, 12:13:57 AM
Strange as this may sound,I have straightened diecast parts by careful heating as pressure was applied. Main thing is to be careful with the heat--say a heat gun and not a torch.
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