BMX - powdercoating aluminum?

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ToXziK
12-14-05, 11:13 PM
i got a aluminum mosh frame from a friend of mine,i have no idea what model it is.

i have the ability to get it powdercoated but i just wanted to ask if it will be safe to have it done? i didnt know if the heat would cause it to become weaker or anything.

ToXziK
12-15-05, 11:12 PM
no one?
JMC
12-16-05, 01:11 AM
should be fine. 100%

racersk66
12-16-05, 05:04 AM
Never tried that. You could weld disc brakes mounts to it.
ToXziK
12-16-05, 09:54 AM
am i sensing sarcasm racer?

why would i possibly wants disc brakes,its already got v brakes,they work just fine for me.
hypersnazz
12-16-05, 11:35 AM
No, he's just butt-hurt 'cause he still think's it's a cool idea months after that thread ended.
racersk66
12-16-05, 01:20 PM
No, he's just butt-hurt 'cause he still think's it's a cool idea months after that thread ended.
I'm just waitin for parts there.
racersk66
12-16-05, 01:21 PM
am i sensing sarcasm racer?

why would i possibly wants disc brakes,its already got v brakes,they work just fine for me.
I like U brakes too.
Brian
12-16-05, 02:50 PM
Never tried that. You could weld disc brakes mounts to it.

Yeah, weld the aluminum frame. And then have it heat treated again. People will continue to call you stupid if you continue with the stupid comments.


Powdercoating doesn't heat the metal up enough to cause any worries.
racersk66
12-16-05, 03:10 PM
Yeah, weld the aluminum frame. And then have it heat treated again. People will continue to call you stupid if you continue with the stupid comments.


Powdercoating doesn't heat the metal up enough to cause any worries.
Aluminum welder I have one.
hypersnazz
12-16-05, 03:52 PM
Aluminum welder I have one.

*runs out and buys him one o' them "aluminum welders" too, hyuk*

Is that like...a guy who knows how to weld aluminum, ('cause you sure don't seem to)? 'Cause like...there's a bunch of ways to do it with different kinds of equipment based on what you're trying to accomplish and what specific alloys you're working with.
Brian
12-16-05, 04:30 PM
Aluminum welder I have one.

And the heat-treating oven - do you have one of those too?
premiumbmx2005
12-16-05, 06:43 PM
i have a heat-treating oven...it heat treats fish n chips on a daily basis
Brian
12-16-05, 10:29 PM
Sweet! Toss your frame in the Fry-Daddy!
racersk66
12-17-05, 11:28 AM
And the heat-treating oven - do you have one of those too?
Welder yes.
wethepeople
12-17-05, 01:29 PM
You must need a helmet, even when your not on a bike.

christ almighty your stupid....
Brian
12-17-05, 01:56 PM
Welder yes.

And you can weld 6000 series and 7000 series aluminum, and you know the difference, right?
racersk66
12-17-05, 03:23 PM
IDK I've never used it, my dad has.
Brian
12-17-05, 03:24 PM
I can do it, because I've seen a guy on TV do it once...