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Old 11-22-2010, 12:57 PM
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Copper Exhaust Tips

As many of you know I like do things a little differently. I'll be going with a custom exhaust down the line and I'm thinking of doing an OEM emblemless grill in copper, wheel barrels in copper and for the rear, muffler tips.

If I get muffler tips coppered, would change colors or would it retain it's proper finish?
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 01:14 PM
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Lol.

Thanks for the response. I think I might go ahead and try it out.
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 02:26 PM
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copper ftmfw... id like to see how this turns out :P
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 02:31 PM
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all i know is around my way the crack heads would cut that shit off in a second and bring it to the scrap yard.
 
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They wouldn't get much for it since it's not pure copper, it's just copper plated. I'm only getting tips done anyway but this probably won't be till I get my custom bumper done since I won't have muffler(s) after the midpipe.
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 02:56 PM
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Copper tarnishes (called 'patina'). Might have to hit it with a cleaning polish like Permalac frequently unless you have it garaged. A lacquer finish is best for durability and can be stripped easily to refinish.
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 03:36 PM
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what color is your car....I think this is an awesome idea and can't wait to see what it looks like.
 
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Old 11-22-2010, 03:40 PM
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I like this idea Levon, definitely different. I wonder if you could do some copper in the engine bay too.
 
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Thanks for the info Christian.

MJ, color of my car is IP. Down the line when I do my engine bay I plan to do the majority of the polished parts you see people doing in copper. Some parts will remain polished to give it a subtle two tone.
 
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That sounds awesome! Especially with the IP. Post pics!
 
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Nice man sounds good !
 
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Interesting.. I would try it!! Its a different look..
 
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Old 12-11-2010, 08:14 PM
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try it. ive thought about it before. you can go with a whole iron man color theme lol
 
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Haha copper and red..
 


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