Re: powder coating question

From: HogDoctor (hog.doctor@execpc.com)
Date: Wed Jan 03 2001 - 22:13:42 CST


rking wrote:

> I'm building an 85 FXST and am going to have the frame powder coated a gloss
> black. Any pros and cons on doing the engine? I would imagine that bare
> aluminum runs the coolest, but over the years it's tough to keep the
> aluminum looking real good. The bike will be black with flames and chrome.
> Suggestions?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Tony
>
> 95 Flamed FLHR (I just love flame)
> 85 FXST bar hopper in progress

If you powder the engine, have the finned areas at least done in wrinkle or
matte, more surface area
to the coating means it will shed heat more easily.



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