Have any of you had problems with ceramicoating?

[LonesomeSTX]

I had the turbo on my Powerstroke ceramicoated about four years ago. During that time my truck has had a lot of down time. Mostly because I have been out of the county. So I really have not put a lot of miles on it since the turbo was done. I am not sure when the rust started coming through again, but now it has a mixture of dull ceramicoating And rust and just looks like crap. I was thinking about having the exhaust manifolds and the pipes leading to the turbo done as well. I would really like to address the last few details in my engine compartment. I would also like to have the expansion chambers on my ATV’s Ceramicoated also. But if ceramicoating has such a short life span it is a waste of damn money. Is this a rare case? Did the guy maybe do it wrong or too light? I would like to learn more before I decide to leave the rusty manifolds like they are.

 

[JimJa1943]

Had my Can-Am 800 Max exhaust coated immediately after purchase four years ago and it still looks like new. I'm guessing here, but suspect it's all in the preparation prior to coating.

I've forgotten the name of the outfit, it was somewhere in Washington State. Yeah, should last longer than it has...but, that said, your turbo will test the coating to the max just because of the heat. Check around there are lots of companies doing coating. Probably shouldn't use your previous business tho. I'd be sure and ask about turbo applications too.

 

[LonesomeSTX]

I wish there was one near me. I have go out side the state for any one worth using.

 

[straycat]

No, never had any issues on any of my car or motorcycle stuff. If somebody put their bare hands on the product before the process starts and it is not wiped clean then I know for a fact the coating will blister later after some use!!!!


Heat, the enemy of all.....except the Devil!!!!

 

[LonesomeSTX]

I guess it comes down to the shop doing a bad job. How can I tell if the next shop I use does a good job sooner? When I picked up the parts for my turbo they looked great.