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      09-08-2007, 12:57 AM   #6
"07"BobbyBimmer
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Drives: 07 335i Black Sapphire Coupe
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Originally Posted by Petermack View Post
I believe the trim is made of Aluminium and then goes through Anodising to get the gloss effect. The Shadow trim goes through much the same process but then goes through a black anodising. Im not sure that black powder coating the trim would get a durable finish.
It should be even more durable, I've done ground up restorations on old Austin Healys and we powder coated the frames because of the durability. But I will difinitely check with my powder coat buddy to see what he thinks. Thanks
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