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galvanising the suspension components?

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per_ardua:
I have a galvanised chassis and was about to hammerite repaint the suspension bits,

trailing arms, panhard rods, radius arms, a frame etc.

My question is, can these items be Galvanised?

I have never seen any before, zinc plated yes, but not galvanised, is this because of possible distortion in the process.

Any answers would be greatly appreciated

thank you

Per Ardua

Boddle:
I think the best way to know for certain is talk to some-one who galvanizing for living but I would not have thought you would have much distortion however I know it does effect heat treatments which could have be applied to bush mounting areas(local harding).

clbarclay:
Just use some quality paint like POR-15 Rust Preventative Paint.

per_ardua:
thanks for your help guys

v8seriesone:
probably NOT a good idea as heat treated high carbon steel can suffer from embrittlement after galvanising, especially following repeated vibration / stress

Dom.

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