Actually anton, since you are good at photoshop, who don't you mock up some pictures of both grille types and see which one you like? Similar to what I did with the bonnet strap thread... just an idea...

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Lillee - 1969 Morris Mini K

i voted for original, but i do like the andised idea. might try that on the basher's grill when i start to tart it up. you can mask stuff for anodising can't you? its a chemical mask i think.......can't remember my electroplating

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66 Mini Minor sponsored by http://www.lifeonthehedge.com.au/ The Dog Harness Specialists
It was a pleasure ausmini. I'll miss all you misfits and reprobates

Anodising looks ok...but i've never seen it last?..especially on the front of the car i think it would degrade quickly..IMO

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Starlet Conversion:
http://www.ausmini.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=15484

i went with "BLING IT"

Also note that i now hav a front grille badge!

won't be my daily driver so i'm prepared to try different things, if its in the bath for longer then the coating should be thicker, but i guess it will have its limits

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the world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page
66 Mini Minor sponsored by http://www.lifeonthehedge.com.au/ The Dog Harness Specialists
It was a pleasure ausmini. I'll miss all you misfits and reprobates

If it does get crap, just pry it off and re-dip it.
All shiny again.

Bling first of..and do suttle mat black to high light

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Stop Licking the Dog...I Don't Care Who Started It

that looks sweet siklad might do the same myself and not paint it

yea.....I think I will paint mine in the original fashion. Thanx for the pics and suggestions It helped!!