Originally Posted by
krems81
I'm just wondering what people think of the comparison between a repaint and a powdercoat. Which is generally cheaper? What are the benefits of painting? What are the advantages of powdercoat, and is one really that much better than the other in terms of durability?
Also, if anyone knows of a good and affordable refinisher in Chicago, post it up!
Powder coating tends to be cheaper and more durable, but unless applied carefully it can obliterate fine details like feathered lug edges and cutouts.
If you doing a fairly generic frame, power coating is probably your best bet. For a high end custom lugged frame I'd make sure the powder coater knew how to do it properly or just get a decent paint job.