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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 01:10 AM
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Will powdercoating rust?

If I buy suspension components from spohn and get the red powdercoating how long will the covering last?
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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 02:08 AM
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should last a really long time, and no the parts wont rust.
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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 11:53 AM
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It will only rust if it chips and the exposed metal rusts. The metal will not rust through and powder coating is much more durable than paint.
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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 06:13 PM
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I remember hearing that if a powdercoated piece would rust, it would rust from the inside. Not really sure on it though.

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