Horn ring 56

[jfhbird]

I have the original horn ring for my 56 bird with power steering and it is somewhat pitted. I have been looking for a replacement but have not been successful. Is there a place to send it to to have it rechromed and will it look like it is supposed to if i do this? Along the same line i was wondering if the steering colum is chrome or argent paint in the engine compartment. Any help would be appreciated.

[nomadbird]

The steering column is chrome plated for the full length.

The best solution to the horn ring is to search for one off a '56 passenger car. The reason for this recommendation is two fold: (1) the interiors of passenger cars were protected from the elements and the interior trim was usually preserved better and (2) a quality replate on a horn ring can be difficult to obtain. I have never tried them for plating this item; but I think I would try Jewels Body shop in Brilion, Wisconsin. They have a lot of experience with plating for high quality Birds.

Tom