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Let's try economy powder coating at home
geomartin:
Just wanted to make sure you'vre priced powder before you get too far in. I've had to purchase a lot of powder in the past for a sheetmetal fabricator i used to work for. Some standard colors can be had in five pound increments, but don't be surprised to see 25lbs. Min buy requirements. Custom colors can run 50lbs. or more for min. buys. Also , powder has a shelf life and storage conditions are important. .
griffindodd:
In the words of Elvis
'A little less conversation a little more action please'
While its been fun chatting the tone in all of my build and experimentation threads has become rather negative and arrogant. With this in mind I'll avoid the discourse by just posting pictures of progress of this and future builds from here on out, not as a negative statement but more one that's celebrates creativity, problem solving and the love of the process. What we do is wonderful, a tribute to our childhood, a challenge of our abilities and a love of gameplay over production budgets .
What we do here is wonderful and has been a life changing discovery for me. Let's continue to be excellent, push ourselves further and celebrate an era sadly less understood by generations that never had to save their quarters and travel to the local arcade to experience their wonder and joy.
From here on out picture updates from me but no text, I'll let you all dictate your own script.
Peace and love for all bits 8 and below
jennifer:
.....EDIT.....
geomartin:
Whoah Griff!
I was not trying to discourage you at all. I only meant to share what I thought was important information about the cost of powder with you. I've been eagerly watching all of your projects, as they are among the elite of BYOAC. You've given so much inspiration to so many here and I'd hate for you to stop because my comment was misconstrued. I only mentioned it at all because I have had some jaw dropping reactions from customers over powder costs. I had Tiger Drlac and Cardinal require 250 lbs. min on some custom colors.
PL1:
Joel, one of the things that I always enjoy about reading your threads is the lively banter.
It's a sign of how much we enjoy your company, even if we sometimes get a little rowdy. >:D
Just remember that Elvis was requesting "A little less conversation a little more action", as opposed to a vow of silence.
As always, I look forward to your upcoming words and pics on this and other projects as you try to find a happy balance between them. :cheers:
Scott
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