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Old May 29, 2007 | 11:26 PM
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How much better are they that just painted ones? I'd like to get some powdercated but should I just save the money and paint them?
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Old May 31, 2007 | 07:44 PM
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Someone out there has to have some powdercoated calipers.
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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 01:42 AM
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Same question. Is it better to get multiple layers of powder coating or is just one enough? Do they need to be cleared afterwords? 2 or 3 coats of clear enough?
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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 02:45 AM
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For powdercoating, 1 coat is all you need and you don't need a clear.
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+1 You only need one coat, no clear. It's more durable than paint, and usually looks more professional.
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Old Jun 1, 2007 | 02:13 PM
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Mine are powdercoated

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