Originally Posted by moparx
can nickel plated headers be blasted and painted, or does the plating need removed first ?
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I would say it depends on
1. If the plating is completely intact
2. Do not get overly aggressive with the blasting, just roughen the surface. If you break through the plating it may lead to future peeling.
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