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Norm (32storm)
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Username: 32storm

Post Number: 80
Registered: 5-2003
Posted on Sunday, October 26, 2003 - 9:31 am:   

If done correctly, powder coating works fine on aluminum. Very popular on variety of boat parts, including swim platforms; grab handles; deck rails; gauge bezels, etc.
Stanley DiGuiseppi (Standig)
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Username: Standig

Post Number: 106
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Saturday, October 25, 2003 - 4:11 pm:   

Lou

do you have paito chairs? they are probably powder coated and they are normally aluminum.

powder coated is a great media
Tom Francis (Tfrancis)
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Username: Tfrancis

Post Number: 38
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2003 - 8:32 pm:   

Lou,

I used a mirror silver powder coat on the other parts. I didn't actually powder coat the waterpump itself for fear of destroying the seals inside. Remember it has to be put in an oven at 400 deg. for 20 minutes. I bought a rebuilt waterpump from T.Rutlands. Had I rebuilt the waterpump myself I could have done the powder coat prior to putting it back together.

As far as your rear hubs are concerned I'd use a color (black). Clear is good if the quality of the paint currently there is good. Not many people are going to see them anyway but you'll know. Plus, it's always nice to see your handy work the next time you change tires or do the brakes. Even better... the next mechanic that sees your attention to detail will think "Man... somebody really loves this car!".

Tom
lou staller (Lou_staller)
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Username: Lou_staller

Post Number: 77
Registered: 12-2002
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2003 - 3:44 pm:   

Tom, your stuff looks great powder coated in the colors you chose. What did you use on the water pump and lines that are aluminum in color? Are they powder coated in aluminum color or are they raw with a clear powder coat? I'm thinking of having my rear hub carriers powder coated but haven't decided to powder coat them with a color or just clear. Any input?
Tom Francis (Tfrancis)
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Username: Tfrancis

Post Number: 36
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Monday, October 13, 2003 - 10:42 am:   

Verell,

I got it from Memphis Powder Coating www.memphispowdercoating.com. They had it in a sample bag and just gave it to me. I'm not sure if they actually stock that color but probably could tell you where to order it. If all else fails I'd be willing to help you out.

Tom
Dave Janes (Sparetireless)
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Username: Sparetireless

Post Number: 174
Registered: 1-2003
Posted on Friday, October 10, 2003 - 1:48 am:   

Be sure to check the lightfastness factor. ie. will it fade in the sun? (Not the same as light and fast.)
Verell Boaen (Verell)
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Username: Verell

Post Number: 1223
Registered: 5-2001
Posted on Wednesday, October 08, 2003 - 11:28 pm:   

Tom,
re:"I found the perfect Ferrari Red color called Super Red"

Who makes it & who sells it?

I've seen your powder coat pix before. Nice work.
Tom Francis (Tfrancis)
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Username: Tfrancis

Post Number: 35
Registered: 5-2002
Posted on Wednesday, October 08, 2003 - 11:03 pm:   

Lou,

Take a look at my website. I've done lots of powder coating and Al works fine. I've got complete instructions for "do-it-yourself" types and pictures. Check out my section under "Garages". www.mcicars.com

Tom
Matt Morgan (Kermit)
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Username: Kermit

Post Number: 160
Registered: 8-2001
Posted on Wednesday, October 08, 2003 - 9:02 am:   

Verell is right on the money on the finish. The only thing I might add is to make sure that the parts get a "pre cooking", to use the heat to drive out any oil in the natural porosity. Failing to do this can result in "holes" when it boils out later. They will appear much like what is called "fisheye" in auto painting, that is caused by leftover wax on the surface.
Verell Boaen (Verell)
Intermediate Member
Username: Verell

Post Number: 1202
Registered: 5-2001
Posted on Monday, October 06, 2003 - 10:30 pm:   

Lou,
I hate to break it to you but Al is a metal(LOL)...

But we knew what you meant. Think I read somewhere that having the Al slightly little rough (eg: a fine media blasted finish) makes for the best powder coat adhesion.
Paul Brennan (Turboqv)
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Username: Turboqv

Post Number: 123
Registered: 3-2003
Posted on Monday, October 06, 2003 - 10:08 pm:   

works well, have to agree with the good Doctor

my intercooler system is powder coated, looks good and very hardy
martin j weiner,M.D. (Mw575)
Intermediate Member
Username: Mw575

Post Number: 1234
Registered: 5-2001
Posted on Monday, October 06, 2003 - 9:59 pm:   

Had the front grill on my 575 powder coated.Looks great.It can be done in any of 15 shades of grey.Only 5 mo old but after 4800 mi no chips,fading or the slightest problem.
lou staller (Lou_staller)
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Username: Lou_staller

Post Number: 71
Registered: 12-2002
Posted on Monday, October 06, 2003 - 9:44 pm:   

Does anyone have experence with having any aluminum parts powder coated? Does it adhere to aluminum as well as to metal? I hate the thought of having parts done only to find that the coating will fade or flake off. This is my first time to have parts powder coated as compared to regular paint. I'm looking for durability and looks. Seems like the way to go.

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