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Ernest Christley wrote:
> clare at snyder.on.ca wrote:
>> On Thu, 22 Mar 2007 23:29:15 -0400, "Phil" <pdl@imaginenet.net> wrote:
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>>> Hello
>>> Was watching American Chopper this evening , I see things on that
>>> show that make me cringe but I do enjoy the antics of that family,
>>> they always refer to Pipe if they are building a frame out of Tubing
>>> etc. , this evening they were working on a dragster bike for NAPA and
>>> when it came time to paint the machine they said that powder coat
>>> couldn't be used because of the heat involved would ruin the 4130
>>> tubing , seems like a lot of engine mounts and other A/C parts will
>>> have to be junked , would like to hear some thoughts on this concept
>>> , as an A/C welder it is of interest to me.
>>> Thanks
>>> Phil Lohiser
>>> EAA 12873
>> Powder coating won't hurt 4130, but is NOT RECOMMENDED for aircraft
Responding to an "old" thread here, but powdercoat cures at about 400
deg. F.
Still not enough to change 4130
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> Powder coating is done at what, 275 degree F? I gotten my airframe
> hotter than that by cussing at it when members wouldn't meet up
> properly. 4130 will see it as a pleasantly warm temperature, suitable
> for shorts and maybe a light sweater.
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Re: Powder Coat on 4130
