Electroplating - Its Easier Than You Think!

Been waiting for a proper plating video to come out for years now! Think the community will enjoy ''how to'' videos as well

Some additional info for zinc plating/galvanizing: Cromium VI is obsolete on passivated solution because it is carcinogenic. Yellow usually contains chromium VI, so Blue/irredescent or clear thick passivation is the way. 10.9, 12.9 bolts (1000 MPa tensile strength or higher and or 320 HV or 32 HRC hardness) should not be zinc plated because of the Hydrogen embrittlement chance is exponentially higher (there are some solutions, like heating the part to remove the majority of the H) This embrittlement means corrosion alongside of the crystal borders and it can cause cracks For this strength/hardness parts/bolts zinc flake coating is the solution. For example KTM uses lots of 10.9, 12.9 bolts and all of them are zick flake coated. It is a satin/matt coating with good anti corrosion properties (better than electroplating) At my work we have to take attention to this so I just want to share to you guys. Thanks for the detailed video!✌🏻

It's always a good day when there's new RRC content. I catch myself rewatching prior projects from time to time...

That media blasted bolt is *chef's kiss*. I've been toying with electroplating and electrolytic rust removal for some time now. It's very rewarding, effective, and fun. Plus it's pretty cheap to do.

Thank you for this, a lot of what customers don’t know about plating(Zinc/caroming etc) is, it’s really all about the quality of polishing of parts prior to giving them to the person plating. I was a polisher for 6 months and used sanding wheels/polishing mops etc. I processed a lot of car/bike etc parts and it’s a lot of graft, trust me

Excellent in-depth explanation for the layman. Keep the projects coming. Interested to see the VFR on the road.

OMG if you knew for how long I've been waiting for this video from you!!! Thank youuuu!!! One day it would be also good if you could teach us some painting tutorial, like how to prepare the surface, how to use filler, what type of paint you use, how to paint, how to put on clear coat, if you mess up any of the steps how to correct it (if it's even possible or you need to restart it, or somehow remove the orange skin etc.) and things like that. I would even pay for an online course from you for these things.

Your demonstration is perfect, I am a chemist and you have followed all the steps. Not only did you offer us excellent restorations, but you also taught us the methods. You have excellent didactic and pedagogical skills. Thank you, see you soon...

I always thought zinc plating was just too much prep and felt daunting to approach. But you make it look very approachable for anyone. That comparison between the finishes was very informative! Thank you!!!!

Fantastic video. Clear, concise and very well presented. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for making all of your top quality content. Were much appreciated!

What a brilliant demonstration of how to plate at home! So easy to understand. Thanks!

Best resto channel on you tube,period!

Great video / demo of the plating process. Many thanks for uploading this as it will be an excellent reference point. Roll on the next project.

Awesome! Been watching a bunch of the older vids to get all the little pieces of info gathered together as I am wanting to give this a go myself but this will help immensly. As you've already motivated me that I can probably do it myself. So thanks for sharing your experience!

Fantastic video, much more in depth than the usual, loving your work. 👍

Thanks for taking the time to explain this. Awesome

Fantastic video, thank you! Can't wait for your next project and to see and hear the VFR! Cheers

Very interesting - thanks a lot! The VFR looks absolutely brilliant, sittning there in the back 👍

Thanks for producing a detailed video. Gaining greater understanding of how things are done and why is priceless. I love this content and look forward to further content from you 👍