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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 01:41 PM
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i just got new coils for my rc4.5 inch lift kit and i was wondering if anyone has had any experience with painting coils before?
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 01:44 PM
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look through some of the build threads alot of guys have painted coils and arms etc.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by 4low-is the way to go
i just got new coils for my rc4.5 inch lift kit and i was wondering if anyone has had any experience with painting coils before?
Really???? This is a question? How to paint coils...it's metal so just get some paint and spray them......sorry I just dont see where a question should be.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 01:51 PM
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In Michigan, we paint them kind of a rust color. Everybody does it...it's easy.

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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 01:57 PM
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Really???? This is a question? How to paint coils...it's metal so just get some paint and spray them......sorry I just dont see where a question should be.
coils flex sometimes causing paint to crack...just wanting to ask some people with experience..
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by wildspear
Really???? This is a question? How to paint coils...it's metal so just get some paint and spray them......sorry I just dont see where a question should be.
No.

Originally Posted by 4low-is the way to go
coils flex sometimes causing paint to crack...just wanting to ask some people with experience..
Alot of guys around here use rubberized undercoating, prevents rust and looks kinda neat.

Look for vinyl spray paint if you want colors, it lasts quite some time and doesnt crack to easy. Just make sure you prime paint and coat.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 02:05 PM
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Alot of guys around here use rubberized undercoating, prevents rust and looks kinda neat.

Look for vinyl spray paint if you want colors, it lasts quite some time and doesnt crack to easy. Just make sure you prime paint and coat.
thanks diesel ill look into that
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 03:43 PM
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Sorry for the cyinical (spelling) reply. Busy day at work. Just get some of that rust prevenitive paint, that should stick.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 05:07 PM
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You could always powder coat them, It will last alot longer than paint.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 05:34 PM
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yea i would powder coat them.
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Old Nov 23, 2010 | 05:41 PM
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Easy! Knock the shine out of them with a brillo pad so the paint has some bite and won't peel. and start spraying.
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