El Hydro Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 Guys, I'm working with The Outlaw to get an awesome casting platform w/cage built for my 2010 Mav 18 HPX-V. I want to have the casting platform powder coated black, but I'm curious on everyone else's thoughts. Cosmetically, I really like the flat black look on the platform--anyone see any cons with this approach (upkeep, spooks fish, etc)? The platform itself will be 22" tall with a detachable cage standing 34" above the platform. Thanks in advance for any input! -Luke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 Just make sure it's a good powder coating job because if it starts to flake off you have a permanent problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawg Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 I know others feel differently, but I'm not a fan of powder coating for use in salt water. It's pretty hard to improve on anodized aluminum as far as ease of maintenance. I do have a powder coated casting platform which came with my boat and it has held up well for 3 years now. I am pretty meticulous about washing and rinsing it after each use. I've seen many well cared-for boats with the powder coating eroding away due to corrosion forming beneath the powder coating. This is particularly prevalent at the base of the structure where the mounting pads are welded onto the pipe. This seems to be an area where salt water readily collects and does the most damage. I've heard it theorized that plain anodized aluminum is more likely to spook the fish by reflecting light like a mirror. I've been flats fishing for 30 years on skiffs with both types of platforms and I've never noticed this to be a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hydro Posted March 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 Thanks for the input--I really appreciate it guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wthree3 Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 Have it anodized black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWoodham Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 When I had my tower built last year. They said they didn’t powder coat anymore. Only paint. They had too many problems with powder coating chipping, then bubbling from salt water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLDXT Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 Line-x. When I redo my MA, all the metal will be line-x'd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpn Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 look into Line-X too. Now that's some tough stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpn Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 ha. beat me by 15 seconds... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justfish Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 15 hours ago, captpn said: look into Line-X too. Now that's some tough stuff. This. No way I'd powder coat anything used in salt. My boat was freshwater boat for 12 years when I bought it. I was pleasantly surprised that the transom “plate” thing that is powder coated black still looked brand new as all my other MBC ones bubbled and peeled. After only a few uses in salt it started to bubble up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 I'd get the powdercoating or line x. If it looks like crap in 3 years just have it redone. If it were a ttop or something hard mounted I would say otherwise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drummer Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 Well, I powdercoated my poling platform in white. Looks awesome. We'll see how it holds up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdemott Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 Like any application, it's the prep that is 90% of the product. If you powdercoat, seek out a shop that preps the material properly for a long lasting job. Rinsing and maintenance after use are very important also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted March 31, 2018 Report Share Posted March 31, 2018 I am not a fan of powder coat...had major problems on my Hewes 2003 Redfisher after 18 months.....but, that was a long time ago and technology has changed...being in South Florida..you should be able to find a Marine Powder coat specialist....but, it's $$$...decisions decisions..... dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 I sand all parts , before the product goes to the powdercoater . Then, the part gets sandblasted , before it gets powdercoated . For powdercoating , it’s as goid as it gets . If you like a rough feel , the Line X is indestructable . But $$$. I have four projects on my schedule for this week . You are in the mix . Pictures to follow . Thanks Ralph @ AIM WELDING 🇺🇸☠️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCTribute Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 Curious, why have black handrails or other parts, don’t they get too hot to touch in the sun? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linesider 159 Posted April 2, 2018 Report Share Posted April 2, 2018 1 hour ago, NCTribute said: Curious, why have black handrails or other parts, don’t they get too hot to touch in the sun? Nope. I even have a black gelcoat console and dash, and it never gets hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted April 6, 2018 Report Share Posted April 6, 2018 Ok These twp pieces are off to the powdercoaters . Luke , yours came out awsome ! 🇺🇸☠️ #AIMWELDING Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted April 6, 2018 Report Share Posted April 6, 2018 Ralph, Do you know how to weld ? Wed is looking good for my skiff delivery.....be ready bro dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWilson Posted April 6, 2018 Report Share Posted April 6, 2018 Powder coating holds up great. On my last skiff, everything was powder coated, nav light covers, tower, grab rails, steering wheel, etc. Held up great. On our new HPS, the TTOP, grab bars, leaning post, cup and rod holders, steering wheel and the back rest for the back deck seating was all powder coated. As long as the powder coating company is prepping the base metal correctly, the coating will last a while in saltwater conditions. Just make sure all the connections have some kind of isolator. Like where the screws go in. That is where you could get corrosion. TJ at TNT is top notch on his powder coating. I think he only uses PPG powders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted April 6, 2018 Report Share Posted April 6, 2018 28 minutes ago, Wanaflatsfish said: Ralph, Do you know how to weld ? Wed is looking good for my skiff delivery.....be ready bro dc Not really ... BUT I stayed @ a Holiday Inn Express last night . Have your sled here early Wed . 0730. 🇺🇸☠️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE OUTLAW Posted April 16, 2018 Report Share Posted April 16, 2018 Ok Here are the platforms . All powdercoated and Sea Deked . Two are for Maverick’s and one is for a HB Not too shabby if I do say so myself . #AIMWELDING 🇺🇸☠️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triplec Posted April 16, 2018 Report Share Posted April 16, 2018 On 3/27/2018 at 8:46 PM, justfish said: This. No way I'd powder coat anything used in salt. My boat was freshwater boat for 12 years when I bought it. I was pleasantly surprised that the transom “plate” thing that is powder coated black still looked brand new as all my other MBC ones bubbled and peeled. After only a few uses in salt it started to bubble up... Agree....never ever had a PC job last...ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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