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Old Jan 18, 2003 | 11:03 PM
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Default Painting C3 frames

Is it better to paint a frame by spraying it, or dipping it in a tank of paint? I assume there are few if any body shops that have the ability to paint by dipping. Thank you
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Old Jan 19, 2003 | 12:38 AM
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$300 = sandblast, dip, & powder coat (any color)....will last forever :chevy
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Old Jan 19, 2003 | 12:48 AM
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$300 = sandblast, dip, & powder coat (any color)....will last forever :chevy
Wow, I didn't realize that that process was that cheap. Where can you get that done at???
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Old Jan 19, 2003 | 12:50 AM
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Default Re: Painting C3 frames (blue72lt4sc)

I agree - sandblast and have it powder coated. I had my frame, all suspension parts, drive shafts, wheel hubs, etc. professionally powder
coated. Better than any standard paint and it doesn't cost that much.
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