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Apr 1, 2008 | 07:33 AM

FLHT

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Is there a way?

Just curious if there is a simple way to tell if something is powder coated rather than painted.

Apr 1, 2008 | 07:37 AM

continentaldrifter

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RE: Is there a way?

which part are you referring to? usually you can feel the thickness if you digyour nail into it(sounds funny i know) but try it on an unseen area.

Apr 1, 2008 | 07:37 AM

NJMadDog

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RE: Is there a way?

Hit it with a ball peen hammer, if it chips and cracks it's not powder coated. [8D]

Apr 1, 2008 | 07:53 AM

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RE: Is there a way?

I bought a pair of Lower fork sliders and it was stated they were powder coated, just wanted to check it out if I can.

Apr 1, 2008 | 08:57 AM

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RE: Is there a way?

I spent 10 years in the paint business and I can tell you the only way to tell for sure would destroy the finish. As long as it doesn't start peeling, I wouldn't worry too much about whether or not it's powder coated.

Apr 1, 2008 | 10:25 AM

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ORIGINAL: roxnatwist

I spent 10 years in the paint business and I can tell you the only way to tell for sure would destroy the finish. As long as it doesn't start peeling, I wouldn't worry too much about whether or not it's powder coated.

OK, thanks man, I really dont want to destroy it. I will just take his word for it.