Paint just will not adhere to chrome pieces, so you should always strip them if they are going to be painted, I am actually working on a 55 Cameo myself just about ready for some assembly!!
Boban, I think I will let you ride in that one, I prefer a little slower pace, I got in a taxi in NY city one time, had to clean my pants when I got to my destination!! , but anyway you did a super NICE job!!