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Minimizing powercoat damage

Discussion in 'Maintenance' started by Jasper Hunter, Apr 19, 2016.

  1. Jasper Hunter

    Jasper Hunter Active Member Premium Member

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    Hey all, anyone know any possible way to minimize damage when tightening bolts on powdercoated objects?
     
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    Murdo The Good Doctor Staff Member Contributing Member Ride and Events Crew

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    NO, that's why I will never powdercoat a bike again.
     
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    Damn, at least it creates its own earth points.
     
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    Don't ham fist it so much? You might be surprised how little torque is required to keep bits in place.
     
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    I'm talking more about bolts that need a lot of torque.
     
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    Maybe anodize instead of PC?
     
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    I would imagine that using a washer or 2 so that there isn't a bolthead or nut twisting the powder coating off would help. Grease washer on bolt/side to help it side, 2 washer if the bolt/nut have a rough face or sharp corners. Or thin plastic washers, after all, the paint/PC is just a plastic washer, too. Just a couple possibilities.
     
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