Does the re-chromating have a functional application or is it just to restore original look?


https://www.thecarburetorshop.com/Carburetorfinishes.htm

The plating finish protects the metal from corrosion and oil/fuel staining.
Other than that, no. Some paint them. I don't know if the paint eventually chips or falls off.
I go natural or as is.

"Adding CFM to a truck will only help at engine speeds you don't want to use."
"I found there was nothing to gain beyond 400 CFM."