Ok, here is where I read about the problems with re-chroming:
http://www.schwinnbike.com/usa/eng/f...d.php?p=332751
of course, It seems that there are a fair number of bikes around that have been plated that had great results. (23skidoo comes to mind)
Personally, I think it would look awesome
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