Re: [RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-22 Thread Belopsky
Michael - I am not sure who you saw in Michigan, but in addition to what Howard suggested, there is http://www.beansbestllc.com/capabilities/ I've had a few items done here, great work and very well priced. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-22 Thread Michael Hechmer
Steven, thanks for this recommendation to Race Metalsmith. Their web site showed some very hi end work and a chat with them yesterday morning convinced me they are the way for me to go. And he sounds competent to convert the frame from CP to cantis. It also looks like it will only be half

[RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Howard Hatten
Michael. I had a frame & fork done by this company in Michigan. http://www.exoticcoatings.com They did a very good job protecting all the threaded surfaces. Color selection was enormous. Seems like you should be able to find somebody closer to home. Found this company through the local bike

Re: [RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Steven Sweedler
Michael, I have used Race Metalsmiths in White River Jct. Vt. and have been very plesed with their work. He was the one who used the zinc primer for a problem area. Also builds frames so is very familiar with bicycles. Steve Plymouth, N. H. On Saturday, March 19, 2016, Michael Hechmer

[RBW] Powdercoating recommendations

2016-03-19 Thread Michael Hechmer
Somewhat off topic but I do need advice. In prepping our tandem for next weeks trip to the Outer Banks of NC I discovered significant paint damage & visible rust on the underside of the frame. We have loved everything about this frame except the paint job. Last Fall I looked into returning