[Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

[The Hanks]

For the powder coating, he charged me about $300.00 for each frame with
all the front and rear suspension parts, engine brackets , clutch
assembly and brake pedals. 
I thought was pretty reasonable considering the cost of paint, prep work
etc.  I found a sand blaster near here to blast everything for $100.00
for each frame and parts. 
 
David 
 
David Hanks 
1966 SS396 
1974 Corvette 
ACES 6782 
Team Chevelle 1940 
Pilot Point, TX 

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[mailto:Chevelle-list-bounces at chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Eddie
Bumgarner
Sent: Saturday, September 09, 2006 8:52 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts


How much did you pay on average, if you dont mind me asking? 

The Hanks <dmmsh at gte.net> wrote: 

I powder coated both my Chevelle and Corvette Frames along with all the
suspension parts about 2 years ago. Have not had any issues with
chipping or turning loose even with heat.  I recommend powder coating
highly.. If you are near the DFW metroplex I recommend  a shop that will
treat you great.  Crosslink Powder Coating in McKinney, TX.  See Bob.  
 

David Hanks 
1966 SS396 
1974 Corvette 
ACES 6782 
Team Chevelle 1940 
Pilot Point, TX 
 
 

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[mailto:Chevelle-list-bounces at chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Jim Sullivan
Sent: Saturday, September 09, 2006 7:46 AM
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Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts


I had my 69 frame sandblasted and epoxy primed about 2-3 years ago.  It
is tough stuff.  I have slammed it, and dropped tools on it, and even
tried chipping it off to get to bare metal.  (All long stories).  It is
tough stuff.  
I don't know about powder coat but I don't see how a stone could chip
this stuff.  Maybe depends on the brand or application??  Mine was done
by a local shop.  Paid $400 for sandblasting and just primer on a bare
frame. 
Just my .02
Jim
 
 

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Clyde <mailto:ntauto at csolve.net>  
To: The Chevelle Mailing List <mailto:Chevelle-list at chevelles.net>  
Sent: Saturday, September 09, 2006 4:55 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

on my 69 chevelle we used a epoxy based primer sealer and painted black
over it.every time a wrench or a stone hits it it chips.we have restored
numerous corvettes and powder coated the frame and have had no
problems,i hit the frame on one car with a hammer by mistake and the
powder coat wasn't bothered.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: MICRLASER at aol.com 
To: Chevelle-list at chevelles.net 
Sent: Friday, September 08, 2006 4:19 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts


In a message dated 9/8/2006 4:50:37 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
ntauto at csolve.net writes:

Powder coat the frame,any colour your little heart desires.If you are
going 
to return the car to original,black is the best.Powder coating is really

neat,it is really tough and looks great.

The only problem with that is that if it chips, you can't fix it.  Once
moisture gets underneath the powerdcoat, it's done, the whole thing will
lift.
 
Tom




Eddie Bumgarner 66ss conv.



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