I want to put a nice shiny silverlike finish on several parts on several cars that I have. I do not want to spend a arm and leg to do it though. After researching it seems Nickle plating using Nickle acetate seems pretty uncomplicated and inexpensive.

Oh by the way, I have a chemistry degree (do not use it anymore), but suffice it to say I know how to handle and deal with chemicals. So dealing with dangerous chemicals does not bother me.

I see a lot of kits but in my opinion they are ripping people because they do not know any better and are weary of dealing with chemicals.

I have had a time trying to find a chemical supplier here in Birmingham. I am sure that I can have these chemicals mailed to me. Where can I find Nickle Acetate? Does anyone have a formula/ process that they use that is inexpensive and gives nice siver shiny parts?

Read all 5 pages of this thread then Google DIY Zinc Plating

http://www.britishcarforum.com/bcforum/ubbthreads.php/topics/65465/1

so where can I order some Nickel Oxide Powder from for a good price?

so where can I order some Nickel Oxide Powder from for a good price?

http://www.americanelements.com/nioxp.html