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cc2Arider
06-27-2023, 03:59 PM
I hope you can help answer my question below:

After inspecting my Roadster frame (that was optioned with powder coating from FFR), I noticed some scratches/scuffs and I'd like to make them disappear (or at least minimize their appearance).

What's the best way you've found to do that? Is it a rattle-can touch-up or brush-on using the small kits at the auto parts outlet?

What is the color/sheen that is the best match? "Satin" Black? "Chassis" black?

Thanks ahead for your recommendations

Craig C

Dgc333
06-27-2023, 05:45 PM
I have been using Hot Rod Black or chassis black. Either one blends in unless you know where to look it matches very well.

Papa
06-27-2023, 09:08 PM
Is your chassis the newer (past three or so years) satin finish or the gloss finish on the older chassis? For the latter, chassis black rattle can or POR-15 work well. I can't help with the satin finish.

dbo_texas
06-28-2023, 10:42 AM
Per the recommendation of others on the forum (maybe edwardb?) I've been using Rustoleum Matte Custom Shop Black - P/N 263422 (https://www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-263422-Automotive-Enamel-Matte/dp/B00F87S5KM/ref=sr_1_1?crid=284BXRJVE7URW&keywords=Rustoleum+Matte+Custom+Shop+Black&qid=1687967016&sprefix=rustoleum+matte+custom+shop+black%2Caps%2C 122&sr=8-1) - good match for the powder coat FFR frame circa 2019. I'm not sure if the FFR powder coat color/sheen has changed since then but that's what I have. I found it readily available at Home Depot, Lowes, and I think also AutoZone. Not perfect but nobody will be able to tell. I've used it all over the place to hide scratches, frame mods, etc.

cc2Arider
06-28-2023, 10:53 AM
Thanks for the responses! Much appreciated :)

Yes, my chassis is new (only got delivered earlier this month), so is likely the "satin" finish everyone's heard about...

I'll try the recommendation from Darryl, since I should be able to get that quite easily.

Thanks again,
Craig C