Re: Brake Drums

[Jimmy Peavy <peaver63@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Powder coating lasts, and lasts.
I had two done by a local business that cost $20 per drum. They looked 
great.
Find another guy.

 Jimmy

Jim Rowland wrote:
> Does any have any information on what the best way to recondition 
> brake drums?
>
> Powder coating or some other type of paint?
>
> I had a quote me $125.00 for two brake drums, his minimal charge.
>
> I am thinking of blasting them and using a clear or metallic color.
>
> It would be helpful if there was a manual that covered all the 
> suspension parts and what they their appearance was from the factory. 
> I guess that is the trade secrets of the restorers.
>
> Any comments would be appreciated.
>
> Jim
>
> 1965 Coronet 500, 440CI
>
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