Re: Model A wheel powder coat
That just sounds crazy to me, you need a fan belt and wiring harness that left the Ford Factory 1928-31 but plastic crap on your wheels is OK? I'd rather see the fine weld spatter at the spoke ends that the plastic baked on stuff hides. Bob
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Originally Posted by BRENT in 10-uh-C
The "fine point" judges accept powder coating on wheels, ...they just count off for 'Over-restoration' and 'Workmanship'. Powder coating generally leaves a thicker, textured finish, -which is not what the Judge prefers to see. The judge is looking for a slick, smooth finish with very little mil thickness.
Bob, your point about painting them is valid but face it, most restorers today are lazy, ...and as such they are looking for the easy way out. Powder coating is easier. Some argue it is more durable, but in reality it is the same as urethane paint.
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