coil spring paint

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  1. Finite

    Finite Paid Member Paid Member

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    Any suggestions for a flexible corrosion resistant paint? I still have the factory springs on the rear with just some corrosion on the ends. They're sports + towing so I'd like to refurb them if possible.
     
  2. Break Forum Member

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    quick research shows that the internet is seriously divided on this topic.

    I would probably spray paint them and wipe some oily stuff on it.
     
  3. Finite

    Finite Paid Member Paid Member

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    Yes I see what you mean. Powder coat seems to be the original finish, but they don't need completely refinishing so the suggestions are

    Plasti dip
    Chocolate sauce
    Plasti-Kote "Trim Black"
    POR-15
    Brake caliper paint
    Rustoleum satin black
    High quality, hi temp engine enamel
    Self etching primer, and then use a IPC (Industrial Protection Coating)
     
  4. bazoldskoolmk2 Forum Member

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    most paint flexes to an extent....... for example, you do not really need a flexible paint or primer to paint a plastic bumper. Meanwhile, if you have a bump, the paint often remains intact and can be "polished out.
     
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    used rustolem combi on some...lasted fine
     
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    Finite Paid Member Paid Member

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    Cheers, Rustolem have an industrial line called Hard Hat. If I can avoid the courier aerosol tax and find a localish stockist I might try that.
     
  7. jmsheahan CGTI Graphics Designer

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    I used some of this the other week to do a rad surround. Seems ok but I'm not sure it's worth paying much more for over normal sprays.

    That being said painting conditions haven't exactly been ideal with recent weather lol

    Got a can of 'PJ1 FAST BLACK' to try when I refurb a slam panel.
     

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