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Old 11-21-2004, 12:00 AM
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Default NEED advice on aluminum triple clamps

Im getting ready to powder coat my triple clamps of my honda 1988 XR600R dirtbike and need some advice. I took a closer look at the clamp and asses that the clamps are made from some type of aluminum(don't know what kind) and that they are probably stock(from the factory). My problem is that I'm worried about heating them up to the 400F curing temp and compermising the strength. I've already look at some explanations in the forum about aluminum powder coating. Mostly it seems that T-6 6061 aluminum is the real problem maker when heated. Does any one know what type of aluminum I might be working with here? If not is there any good procedures to follow to lower the chance of the clamps lossing strength upon curing (such as cooling, temp,etc.)? Thanks
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