Powdercoating Frame

[llknowlesll]

I am ready to drop my frame off to get it powdercoated and gusseted. I would also like to get my hubs, a-arms, rear caliper and steering stem powdercoated. I also was interested in having you set the subframe up so that it will accept a bolt on grab bar. Do I need to take the steering stem bearings out of the frame? Do I need to take the bearings out of the front hubs and a-arms or can you do that? When would be a good time for me to drop it off? Tomarrow or Sunday would be good days for me if they are ok for you. I also need directions. I will be coming from Front Royal, VA on I-81 North so I just need to know what exit to take and what to do once I get of the exit. Also can I get an round about price of what this is going to cost?

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

id prefer all bearings and seals removed, but if you run into trouble i can do it.


frame and sub $175
hubs $20 each fronts
hubs rear $15 each
stem $30
sub frame mod $45
grab bar $45 - $59 depending what type you would like

84 chase lane
hedgesville wv
25427

mapquest works pretty well for the driving directions. i will be gone saturday and possibly sunday hunting, but the wife will be here to accept the frame and parts. call if you have any troubles, 304-754-7609

[llknowlesll]

The only prices I do not see on the list are for the rear brake caliper and the gusseting on the frame. I have gotten the directions from map quest. so I should not have a problem finding your place. Would it be better for me to come on Saturday morning or Sunday morning? It does not make any difference to me so whatever is best for you or your wife. I am going to go with a Candy Apple Red on the frame, hubs, and rear caliper or a similar color that you have in stock. I am still deciding on the steering stem and a-arms. I am open to suggestions. What different types of rear grab bars do you offer? I am also looking for a new front bumper which of those do you offer? Do I need to put a deposit on the items that I am getting powdercoated when I drop them off or I can I wait and pay in full when I pick them up?

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

the directions should be good from mapquest.

gusseting is $150

i carry pro armor and prm here and i believe i have a few ims and ac bumpers on order.

calipers are $15 each

sunday morning would be best, i may even be here depending on how well i do :p

[llknowlesll]

I will be there Sunday Morning than probally between 10-11. I hope that you can be there I would like to meet you. I will be bringing with me:

Frame (Trans Red)
Subframe (Trans Red)
Lower A-Arms (Durable Black or Silver-Chrome Color)
Upper A-Arms (Durable Black, Silver-Chrome Color, or Trans Red)
Steering Stem (Silver-Chrome Color or Trans Red)
Hubs (Trans Red)
Rear Brake Caliper (Trans Red)
Engine Mounts (Trans Red)
Few Small Misc. Brackets

I will also be purchasing a front bumper and a rear grab bar from you. I am partial to the AC Racing Front Bumper and Grab Bar for the Z400. I was hoping that you could help me with the colors of the parts I am undecided on. I would also appreciate it if you work a package deal.

Thanks,
David

[llknowlesll]

Frame (Trans Red)
Subframe (Trans Red)
Steering Stem (Black)

[llknowlesll]

Spindles (Black)
Hubs (Trans Red)

[llknowlesll]

Motor Mounts (Trans Red)
Rear Brake Caliper (Trans Red)
Rear Tailight Bracket (Trans Red)
Fender Brackets (Trans Red)

[Pappy]

everything looks doable except the stock arms, i dont coat non removable ball joint arms etc.

we will discuss it when your here further.

[llknowlesll]

Pappy,

I am looking for some +2 a-arms. I am not sure what brands that you offer but let me know what you can find. I dont want to spend a whole lot.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

Burgard standard are the cheapest i know of, and they are $400 complete. Burgard also sells a new HD arm that features much improved ball joints that runs $545

I am a dealer for Walsh,LSR, Roll Design etc, but once you get over $550 we may run over your alotted budget.


I am also very sorry I did not get to chat with you, I caught this nasty cold yesterday and it has me down:( I would have walked out but I didnt want to make you sick.

[llknowlesll]

I am interested in the Burgard A-arms. I am not sure which ones though. $550 is definitly all that I want to spend. What is included for the prices that you gave me. Is the new HD arm considered their premium a-arm on their website? I was on there looking at the pictures and reading and was wondering if that was the difference. Let me know what you can come up with. If I buy these a-arms can you cut me a break on the powdercoating?

I understand when your sick your sick. Dont worry about it.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

the new HD arms are the same as the standard with the exception of the newer style ball joints. im certain i can help you in some way...its all good.

[llknowlesll]

I will probally go with the HD +2 standard a-arms for $549.00 as long as you cut me a deal on the powercoating. Also, not that I can afford it right now, but what would a Burgard Swingarm cost me.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

i will have to get you a price on the Z swing arm, i know it comes with a new carrier i believe (round stlye) and a new brake stay. im geussing around $550

[llknowlesll]

What color would you suggest for the a-arms?

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

id say trans red to match the frame

[Pappy]

some pics

[Pappy]

i have a few more pics but i have to charge the ol' battery as you can tell

[llknowlesll]

They look great!! Have you gotten anything else done yet. I cant wait to see it.

[Pappy]

all small parts are done except the front hubs. after this weekend all i will be waiting on is the frame to come back from stripping and gusseting then i can shoot it.

your arms are ordered, and should be done sometime next week.

[llknowlesll]

Can you post pics of everything done so far? How is the price list coming along?

[Pappy]

Originally posted by llknowlesll
Can you post pics of everything done so far?

i will get some pics of the other parts for you. i left at 3 am to go hunting, returned at 8 pm and after scarfing down more cold medicine, a few slices of cold pizza and answering pm's i took a nap:p

[llknowlesll]

Thats fine whenever you get around to it. Just email me the list when you get it. I cant wait to see the pictures.

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[llknowlesll]

Have you gotten anything else done?

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

update...

your frame is now fully gusseted and ready for pc

i will probably shoot it tomorrow as long as this ice allows me to get to the shop. i dont think it will be an issue.

[Pappy]

almost done David.

all small parts are now done i believe. i have to knock the powder off the lug nut end and reinstall the bearings and these are ready.

im still planning on having you done for thursday pick up!

[llknowlesll]

You dont have to reinstall the bearings because I plan on replacing them. So don't worry about that.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

frame is completed.

sub is not. i forgot to take a grab bar so i could not have the mod done today:( i will have it done and send down the sub post haste, by then you should be needing it:p

[Pappy]

i also saw you snapped of a motor mount bolt. it was a flush break so we just cut off the old bung and tig'd on a new one for ya;)

[Pappy]

sub frame is now "bobbed" and bungs welded on for a removable grab bar.

[Pappy]

New Burgard HD arms are ready

[llknowlesll]

Everything looks great. I am planning to come Wednesday if that is ok? I plan on coming afternoon around 2 or 3. I will let you know definitely on Tuesday.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

we will be here:p

[llknowlesll]

We the parts be packed and boxed up?

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

all the small parts and the a arms are boxed, your frame and sub will not be. bring along a blanket if its going in the bed of a truck, if not they ride quite well in the back seat.

ill have on hand what ever is needed to get you home

[llknowlesll]

Do you have the stainless steel brakelines and the front bumper too?

[Pappy]

nope, they have been ordered and im still waiting. getting things shipped in here during the holidays is a royal pita. ups should be here damn near everyday next week unless they just bring all my stuff on order in on a semi:p

[Pappy]

just wondering if you are still wanting these other parts that have been here since the 10th:confused: ac bumper/grab bar brakelines and new swing arm. if not please inform me so i can sell them off.

and im still waiting on the rear caliper from you so i can reassemble it. i hope everything is ok, i hate not hearing from folks only to find out life crashed on them

[cb450r]

Everything looks good, is that trans red?

[llknowlesll]

Yeah, I do want the parts. Sorry, I kind of forget about it I have been very busy with school and work. I will get the caliper sent off to you so that I can get it resembled. Let me know what I owe you so I can get that together.

Thanks,
David

[Pappy]

no problem at all, better then hearing you was in jail:devil: