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Fx1200
Posted on Thursday, September 03, 2009 - 08:54 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I want to paint my primary chain case cover black.
What preparations must be made to successfully paint the cover?
What type of paint is available which will bond to aluminum?
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Rpm4x4
Posted on Thursday, September 03, 2009 - 10:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Ive never had any problem painting aluminum. Prep it the same as steel. Are you thinking rattle can or base clear. My bigger concern would be the heat. I dont know what temp that cover gets to but I know its not something you want to touch on a hot day of riding.
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Jake318
Posted on Friday, September 04, 2009 - 02:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

isnt there an acid you etch the aluminum with before painting ? or am i behind the times with new paints ?
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Ourdee
Posted on Friday, September 04, 2009 - 06:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I don't think you need an acid if it is already powder coated. For the best results it would probably be cheaper to just buy a black one, unless you are a pro painter. Then you would have a spare for your parts wall.
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