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Author Message   Fx1200 Posted on Thursday, September 03, 2009 - 08:54 pm:        I want to paint my primary chain case cover black. What preparations must be made to successfully paint the cover? What type of paint is available which will bond to aluminum?   Rpm4x4 Posted on Thursday, September 03, 2009 - 10:41 pm:        Ive never had any problem painting aluminum. Prep it the same as steel. Are you thinking rattle can or base clear. My bigger concern would be the heat. I dont know what temp that cover gets to but I know its not something you want to touch on a hot day of riding.   Jake318 Posted on Friday, September 04, 2009 - 02:00 am:        isnt there an acid you etch the aluminum with before painting ? or am i behind the times with new paints ?   Ourdee Posted on Friday, September 04, 2009 - 06:57 am:        I don't think you need an acid if it is already powder coated. For the best results it would probably be cheaper to just buy a black one, unless you are a pro painter. Then you would have a spare for your parts wall.

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