Can I powdercoat an aluminum water pump?
07-27-2004, 02:05 PM
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Car: 89 IROC-Z
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Can I powdercoat an aluminum water pump?
My Edelbrock waterpump always looks like crap a month or two after I clean it up, even if I clear it. Can I just powdercoat the thing while I have it off now? I'm just worried that the 400 degree baking temp could warp the aluminum or damage the bearings/seals inside.
What do you guys think?
What do you guys think?
07-27-2004, 02:40 PM
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You don't want to bake aluminum at 400 it is possible to warp it, or create cracks, especially if its a casting. Also the seals inside won't like the heat. I wouldn't risk it.
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The only thing Id be worried about is the seals.
Most Good powders like I use (tyger drylac,,ppg,etc) bake at 325-350 anyways.
Ive done tons of Alum parts with no problems.
Water pump included.
Most Good powders like I use (tyger drylac,,ppg,etc) bake at 325-350 anyways.
Ive done tons of Alum parts with no problems.
Water pump included.
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