question powder coated front suspension
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Interesting, I powder coat things and I've never left bushings in. I suppose they could be OK, the curing temp of most powders is 400F. Some cure at a lower temp but I've never seen any that cure higher. So, if you find out if the rubber can handle 400F and not deteriorate you might luck out.
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I powder coated my own stuff, bushing and boot removed. My cure time was 375, so I doubt that would do anything to the bushing, but I would definitely taken off the boot. It's good to have the stuff replaced anyways while it's out so might as well do it.
Btw just curious why were you getting them powder coated and not putting in new bushings or a new boot?
Btw just curious why were you getting them powder coated and not putting in new bushings or a new boot?
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I don't think you would have to worry about the rust as most if not all the suspension parts are aluminum. Aluminum will oxidize, but basically create a tougher layer on the outside to prevent further oxidation.
It's nice to powder coat regardless because it helps make the suspension parts easier to clean. Has your bushing ever been replaced? If not what is the mileage on the car? Just asking because if they haven't you could save yourself the headache later and do them now while they are out. Also getting a press to push the bushing out should be fairly cheap, I got mine for around 85 bucks and the 12ton press was enough to get it all done.
It's nice to powder coat regardless because it helps make the suspension parts easier to clean. Has your bushing ever been replaced? If not what is the mileage on the car? Just asking because if they haven't you could save yourself the headache later and do them now while they are out. Also getting a press to push the bushing out should be fairly cheap, I got mine for around 85 bucks and the 12ton press was enough to get it all done.
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I don't think you would have to worry about the rust as most if not all the suspension parts are aluminum. Aluminum will oxidize, but basically create a tougher layer on the outside to prevent further oxidation.
It's nice to powder coat regardless because it helps make the suspension parts easier to clean. Has your bushing ever been replaced? If not what is the mileage on the car? Just asking because if they haven't you could save yourself the headache later and do them now while they are out. Also getting a press to push the bushing out should be fairly cheap, I got mine for around 85 bucks and the 12ton press was enough to get it all done.
It's nice to powder coat regardless because it helps make the suspension parts easier to clean. Has your bushing ever been replaced? If not what is the mileage on the car? Just asking because if they haven't you could save yourself the headache later and do them now while they are out. Also getting a press to push the bushing out should be fairly cheap, I got mine for around 85 bucks and the 12ton press was enough to get it all done.
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No way would I powder coat an FD upper or lower control arm due to the one piece design with the ball joint. I don't think the grease won't tolerate 400* of heat to bake in the powder nor any plastic parts under there. Those control arms ain't cheap. Not worth the risk of damage.
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