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Bikes: Masi, Giant TCR, Eisentraut (retired), Jamis Aurora Elite, Zullo, Cannondale, 84 & 93 Stumpjumpers, Waterford, Tern D8, Bianchi, Gunner Roadie, Serotta, Serotta Duette, was gifted a Diamond Back
many older bikes had chromed frames that were painted over. I was told that I should not strip the paint to have a chrome frame because the chrome under the painted areas have not been finished (not buffed and there could be scratches in the chrome. But if you want to take the paint off, it is best to not scratch the chrome so I'm not sure but if you use some chemical paint stripper it should not hurt the chrome.