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1929 was the first year for chrome plating but only on the exterior, internal fittings were nickel plated

Hi,
It was nickel plated. Everything on the interiors was nickel plated in 1929.

I am researching a guy here in California that does pewter casting using the silicone rubber molds. Supposedly that retains the details much better than lost wax. If I actually get castings made, is anybody interested in a set? It would include the handles and arms that attach to them. I have no idea of the cost, but usually it is cheaper if you have more done.

Thanks guys. Does nickel plating include the instrument bezels, the dash openings around the gauges, and the lower trim piece? I'm working on the wood graining of my dash next next.

yup. Everything that is shiny inside the car (and some say everything in the engine compartment, but some of the linkages were cadmium plated) is nickel plated, and everything on the outside of the car is chrome plated.