Lots of posts on here about powder coating tumblers and guns and truck parts and stuff... thinking about getting my Elite XLR refinished and looking for a place near DFW. Anyone had good luck with a powder coated bow? Any recommendations for shops in the DFW area?
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Has anyone powder coated a bow riser?
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I deal with it all the time Maybe you could do the riser . But PC is thick even with a light coat, some areas that are tight tolerance its not going to work very well . Most are anodized to start with but you could also look into cerakote or a product like it .
I used to PC as well the temp it has to be cooked at may be an effect on certain parts . as well it has to be blasted or chemical stripped as well ..
Just my thoughts on it Myself would not do it I would fear the riser would warp .. temp for most PC is 450- 500 ish .
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Wonder if it is possible to find a place that has experience with archery equipment near by. I contacted a place near my home in Mansfield and was told I would have to strip it myself and they would PC it for $250. Seems a little steep when 19” wheels go for $120 - $150 at most places. I figure he just doesn’t want to do it so he’s jacking up the price.
I’ll look into cerakote. I was thinking about having the limb pockets done in cerakote anyway...
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Originally posted by potlicker87 View PostWhy not get it dipped? Is it not as durable?
Well, I wouldn’t think it would be as durable. I’m not opposed to dipping except that in my mind I’m imagining a more painstaking stripping process...
For my bow I’m looking for something very glossy and eye catching. This is going to primarily be for 3D and target shooting, so I’m not looking for Camo. I’d like a prismatic effect or something like that. Maybe a kandy style finish. I guess I didn’t think I could get that in a hydro dipped finish. I’m also looking for something more durable than paint.
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Hydro dipping
Originally posted by jvswan View PostWell, I wouldn’t think it would be as durable. I’m not opposed to dipping except that in my mind I’m imagining a more painstaking stripping process...
For my bow I’m looking for something very glossy and eye catching. This is going to primarily be for 3D and target shooting, so I’m not looking for Camo. I’d like a prismatic effect or something like that. Maybe a kandy style finish. I guess I didn’t think I could get that in a hydro dipped finish. I’m also looking for something more durable than paint.
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Originally posted by buckfan50 View PostSounds to me Hydrographics is exactly what you are looking for. We use an automotive high gloss 2K clear coat. These type clears have UV protection and a flex additive. It's going to be as durable as the finish on your vehicle. Plus there are numerous flashy type patterns to choose from.
I’ll shoot you a PM for more info. Thanks!
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