Can you even see much of the water pump once the cam belt covers and water pump pulley are installed and the engine mounted into a 1200? If anything the thermostat housing and alternator would be the most visible parts in that area.

There are some chrome paint options that work well.
Also a mirror type finish that I saw on jay lenos garage
Youtube search chrome jay lenos garage

It happened here. There are still chroming shops, but less of them, mainly the most expensive ones.

That wont happen !!

Many of the cast engine bits are normally polished and a protective coat of clear is applied.
Like: http://www.kbs-coatings.com/diamondfinish-clearcoat.html

I heard that chroming shops might slowly disappear due to regulation of the materials/chemicals needed.

Hi guys I have a ? about chroming some parts on my ca18.So can a water pump be chromed as I don't want it done on the inside as it might affect the bearing,or will it.