I think the reason for the damage to the paint (from what I understand) is from the heat the chemical reaction generates. The frame will get seriously hot. My bike had no paint on but at the hottest points the lacquer has started to peel off.
Powder coat goes on in an oven, might be ok?
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I think the reason for the damage to the paint (from what I understand) is from the heat the chemical reaction generates. The frame will get seriously hot. My bike had no paint on but at the hottest points the lacquer has started to peel off.