Despite big improvements in the process, the adhesion of powder coating
is still not all that great. Although OK when there is no damage, you
easily get the powder coated surface damaged (scratched, compressed,
cracked) when assembling the frame. This is nigh impossible to repair
properly, while it would be possible to make simple repairs if the frame
would have been primed and painted.
Once the powder coat is damaged, rust can creep under neath while it
will not be visible. If painted it can be spotted instantly and be treated.
Do not worry to much about the paint job quality, it was not great from
the start at the factory. Even done by hand it would be acceptable.
Cheers,
Kees Oudesluijs
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