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Help with custom car alloy top finish

2002

Custom aluminum car top finish- the four sections of the top has been heliarc welded together. Interested in a protective process to keep the finish aluminum? any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Jeff Gamble
- Tucson, Arizona

I think your two choices are anodizing and a clear coat lacquer.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2002

2002

Ted thanks for your reply however while I like the anodized finish I understand anodizing will make the weld lines more pronounced.

Thanks,

Jeff Gamble
- Tucson, Arizona

Yes, unfortunately it probably will.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2002

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