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Re: Powder coating as a base

If you can find someone who does stove enameling I think it would be better. Get it etch primed first.

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Re: Powder coating as a base

You can use a powder coating as a undercoat and indeed you need to key it before you go further with a paint.
But,.. powder coating is a plastic layer and it is rather thick, IMO it makes the parts have a 'wolly' look.
Go for a primer + 1 or maybe 2 top coat(s) in the color you want.
Anyway, how much use are you going to give it? Powder coating is a good protection for heavy use, a bit much for just the occasional ride. succes.

Re: Powder coating as a base

Hmm, that's two votes against. I'm building this as a 'rider' that I'll keep, but not my regular bike. (Bit creaky now.) At the risk of stirring up an old debate, is POR-15 a worthwhile middle option?

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Re: Powder coating as a base

I'm not a fan of powder coating either! I've seen it chip off under fasteners and clamps etc. For years I've used Bonda Primer

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On heavily pitted parts I'll follow up with coats of high build primer or better still 2 pack high build primer, before wet and dry. Ron
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