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Old 04-09-2010, 11:11 AM
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I want to clear powdercoat my new oil pan; glassbeaded timing cover/valleycvr/valve covers in hope of maintaining the fresh " cast aluminum" looks. Does anyone have any experience in this? I called the local powdercoater and he says he has "flat clear" & "semi gloss clear" Which would be best for the "new" look I want to maintain?
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I'd say semi gloss
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anyone have 1st. hand experience?
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just make sure you pre-heat your parts first as not to get outgassing of the parts!
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Originally Posted by Jimbo1367
anyone have 1st. hand experience?
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maybe try appearance/detailing. might have some people there who've tried it
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