31Jalopy Posted November 30, 2020 Share Posted November 30, 2020 IN past restorations we powder coated the frame and all of the under carriage. After awhile, I found the coating to chip off easily. Is this still a common restoration technique, or are there other paint methods being used today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted November 30, 2020 Share Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) The common frame restoration technique is chassis paint. It was good from the factory and proper now. Edited November 30, 2020 by JFranklin (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpage Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 In my opinion, I wouldn't powder coat anything on an antique car. It takes some work and expense to get the pitting out if you want a really smooth surface, but it can be a real pain to repair if and when it starts to chip or peel. Paint is always the best route, but that's just my opinion! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wangwilko Posted March 10, 2022 Share Posted March 10, 2022 I agree dont powder coat. Have a look at POR15 for chassis, I believe it does not chip and if you do the correct prep works good. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soupiov Posted March 12, 2022 Share Posted March 12, 2022 You can repair powder coating. Get some extra powder if you have it done and you can mix it with acetone to make a paste and apply it like paint. I agonized over powder coating my wire wheels but finally went for it. I chipped one installing new tires and was able to make the repair using that method. It's undetectable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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