Old Britts – Powder Coating a Commando Frame and Frame Parts
Download the complete PDF version using the green download button at the top right of this page for detailed Norton Commando frame and chassis powder coating preparation procedures. This comprehensive workshop article by Old Britts explains how to properly prepare a Norton Commando frame and frame components for powder coating while avoiding common assembly and grounding problems.
The guide covers cleaning and sandblasting preparation, masking and blanking procedures, hardware requirements and critical areas that must remain free of powder coating for proper assembly and electrical grounding.
Detailed instructions are included covering frame bores, engine mounts, isolastic mounting points, yokes, battery trays, swinging arms, stands and mounting brackets using extensive workshop photographs and practical restoration guidance.
The article also explains important post-coating procedures including hardware removal, corrosion protection, grounding preparation, paint touch-up procedures and wax protection techniques used during professional Norton restorations.
Contents Include
- Frame powder coating preparation procedures
- Cleaning and degreasing guidance
- Sandblasting preparation recommendations
- Critical masking and blanking locations
- Isolastic mounting protection guidance
- Frame grounding point preparation
- Swinging arm masking procedures
- Yoke and triple clamp preparation
- Battery tray and bracket preparation
- Center stand and side stand masking
- Hardware lists for MK3 and pre-MK3 models
- Post powder coating assembly preparation
- Corrosion protection and wax treatment
- Workshop restoration photographs
Covered Norton Models
- Norton Commando 750
- Norton Commando 850
- Norton Roadster
- Norton Interstate
- Norton Fastback
- Norton Hi-Rider
- Norton MK3
- Norton Interpol
