Mark Beatty loves a Corvette. Let’s face it, what’s not to love!! Owning a 1958 – 1962 Corvette was a bucket list item for Mark, so when in 2017 this 1958 model became available for purchase, he jumped at the chance.

Mark explains, “I was lucky enough to be in a place where I could make it happen, so I went for it. It needed some work, but was in pretty good shape considering how it had been stored. Plus it was roughly 99% complete – it even had both tops which was an added bonus as I live in the Pacific Northwest.”

Originally, it had a fuel injection motor, but that was missing along with the two trunk spears. Mark continues, “It turns out trunk spears are pretty expensive to replace, but for me, it’s not a ‘58 Corvette without the trunk spears!”

Ultimately, it had great bones, and Mark gave it some updates that ensured the gorgeous ’58 aesthetic was maintained, while adding some modern comfort and performance elements. The wheels and tires are really the only noticeable modern exterior features, but under-hood tells another story. Power assisted disc brakes, sport front suspension, a modern crate motor and six speed gearbox are just some of those upgrades.

As well as running like a dream, it also looks incredible. So, let’s talk paint.

Mark laughs as he explains, “Traditionally those red and white corvettes are the ultimate classic, but when I spotted a late model Toyota Tundra in a sparkling root beer shade driving down the freeway, I knew it would give the car the lift I was looking for. The color of the car is so dependent on which way the sun hits it, so it can seem like it’s three different colors depending on the weather!”

With the body color decided, Mark wanted the chassis engine and transmission to look just as good AND be protected. Enter Polychem Powder Coatings. Tough, durable powder was the obvious choice, and the small quantities available from Polychem ensured flexibility and reduced waste.

Polychem’s Copper Cabana was the perfect complement to the root beer exterior and Ken’s Powder Coating in Tacoma, WA did a fantastic job of coating the parts and giving them a new lease of life. As you can see, it looks perfect!

Mark continues, “It was quite the project, but it turned out so much better than I ever could have dreamed. I love everything about this car and you simply can’t beat driving around in a Corvette Roadster at this time of year!.

When you’re a top rider in the AMA Outdoor Motocross Nationals and the Monster Energy Supercross Series, you gotta have a bike that performs. And it’s gotta look good.

This awesome #19 Bike – a KTM 125SX photographed in the team pit – was used last season in the 125 All Star races at the AMA Outdoor Motocross Nationals. Part of Team Rocky Mountain ATV MC, the #19 bike was ridden by Chris Johnson and was supported by mechanic Austin Kent, crew chief JR Boyd, and team manager Michael Byrne.

A lot of parts, a lot of attention to detail and a lot of skill go into building these incredible machines. The rider, the team and the fans will experience the performance, and making sure it looks just as good as it rides, is essential. Powder Coatings are the coating of choice to provide tough, hard working protection in incredible colors, so the rider knows the bike’s gonna look great and can concentrate on winning

Applying our robust, scratch resistant and durable powder coatings, San Diego Powder & Protective Coatings has been collaborating with Rock Mountain ATV/MC-KTM-WPS and Team Troy Lee Designs – Red Bull – KTM for the last 4 years.

A super durable powder is the coating performance of choice to deliver all the protection needed in some seriously tough conditions. Phil Johnson of San Diego Powder & Protective Coatings explains “We’re proud of our collaboration with this hard working team, and want to make sure their bikes are coated with the best. My team loves working with this powder as it is easy to apply, looks great and you can’t argue with the performance!”

With the 2020 season in the rearview mirror, the team is already looking ahead to next season with confidence and most certainly has the drive to win!

Wanna see similar OpenThrottle colors? Check ‘em out!

Today, vehicles are our main mode of transportation, and we must admit that we want them to look their best. Let’s face it – hot looking wheels can make or break a car’s beauty. Powder coating can make your wheels really stand out for the crowd – shimmer and shine!

Also, there is no question that wheels need the best protection. After all, they are usually the first part of the car to feel the bumps and bruises when hitting the road. Durability and protection are crucial for your wheels and powder coating delivers a tough, hardworking coating film that also looks great.

Also, there is no question that wheels need the best protection. After all, they are usually the first part of the car to feel the bumps and bruises when hitting the road. Durability and protection are crucial for your wheels and powder coating delivers a tough, hardworking coating film that also looks great.

Powder coating can offer the kind of protection that wheels need, and OpenThrottle offers a wide range of hard working powder coatings. There’s also Purecoat, the IFS clear powder coat, which adds a clear protective finish, adding another layer of protection and sheen.

Powder coating is an awesome option for the care of wheels, not only because of its physical toughness, but also because of its high performance. It’s a hard, thermoset film, applied by a coater, that works hard to protect the wheel itself from the weathering that the road or the elements send its way.

There’s a great selection of high-quality color coats from OpenThrottle stocked and ready to go! As well as the stock products, they have over 76,000 colors and effects to choose from. This makes the choices and opportunities for color blends virtually limitless.

From beautiful blacks, a vast array of whites, warm browns, cool silvers and greys to shiny pinks, reds, oranges, purples, blues and greens, you have your pick of any color imaginable.

With the huge variety of colors, you can know without a doubt that your wheels are one of a kind! Want something more than a simple solid color? No problem. OpenThrottle also has a premier selection of metallics and special effects including translucent shades, hammer tones, veins and textures.

Want a specialty matching color? IFS can create whatever color you have in mind! Just talk to your representative about the colors you want and performance level you’re looking for! You can rest at ease knowing your artistic color creation is in the right hands!

This frosty nickel – with delicious sparkle – would make any car stand out! The gorgeous hues could complement a neutral car body or it could be added as a pop of something cool on a pink or purple sports car. It’s entirely up to you!

Got something special in mind? If you don’t find the color you need in the OpenThrottle Color Collection, or in one of the thousands of other colors out there, simply find a sample of the color you want for your ride and send it in. The OpenThrottle team will take care of the rest, working to get the best match possible so the color is exactly what you want.

Do you want to use multiple colors? No problem! Mix and match colors (four different color wheels anyone?) and benefit from quantities as low as 5lbs so you’re not wasting powder!. Be creative! We can handle it. The OpenThrottle color team will work with you and help your artistic talent shine allowing your wheels to be the canvas!

Motorcycles are a perfect example of a piece of machinery that most people either want to own or already do. This sexy orange beast is the perfect example! Check out the smooth lines and the flaming accents!

The time and money spent on making your motorcycle special just shows how much it means to you, so use only the best coatings. The exterior needs to shine the way you do when you ride it, and you can accomplish this with powder coatings! You can see your reflection in this maroon bike that used custom powder coatings.

Powder coatings can be applied to anything made of metal. The greens applied to this ride are ingenious! Whether you just want a clear protective coat on your existing bike or just an overall hot remodel with a new sporty look like this, OpenThrottle has the right powder coatings for your motorcycle.

OpenThrottle offers first rate powders aimed at helping you keep the outside of your motorcycle in long lasting tip top shape and looking great. If you have a sports bike or race often, you need to keep the exterior of your bike stable. Powder coatings provide this capability.

There are over 76,000 high-quality powder coating colors and effects to choose from. From shimmering metallic shades to candy colors and even chrome effect powders, OpenThrottle has you covered. They not only cover the outside of your bike, but anything metal on your motorcycle can have powder coatings for protection and/or looks!

Since OpenThrottle can protect anything made of metal on your bike, the parts of your motorcycle can be safeguarded too! Ever wondered about heat resistant powders? They’re available in darker colors and work great. There are some awesome possibilities and benefits with powder coatings!

Why do we love motorcycles so much? Is it an adrenaline rush? Is it the“Ride or Die” bike club mentality or do we just need them for a little weekend fun? Whatever the reason may be, there’s always room for improvements, especially for those who ride their bikes a lot. It’s easy to update and continually improve your motorcycle by powder coating key parts.

With all the bumps and weathering that motorcycles encounter, you need to safeguard your bike’s exterior with a defensive finish. That’s where OpenThrottle comes in. Tough, hard working powders deliver durability, sustainability, better scratch and abrasion resistance than liquid paint, and they come in a huge array of over colors and effects for you to choose from. How does over 76,000 sound?

So, how can you protect your “baby” from the elements when you are on the road? Luckily, powder applied to properly pretreated aluminum provides first rate corrosion resistance, impact resistance, and even some scratch and mar resistance, in a professional high-quality finish. There is no need to worry about the exterior of your beautiful motorcycle.

Feel confident with your choice of OpenThrottle Powder Coating. As well as our stock products, we have a world class range of powders in many different chemistries so you can choose what’s best for you to offer incredible protection for your bike. Different types of powders offer different benefits, but the right one can offer incredible protection to help with corrosion protection, chemical resistance, and weathering issues.

The thought process behind making any changes to your motorcycle can be daunting, but choosing the powder isn’t difficult. OpenThrottle powders have the technical performance, protective qualities and seriously awesome colors to help with everything you need. And the expertise and support to assist.

Powder coatings are also the environmentally responsible choice. There are no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) in powder coatings (a huge advantage over liquid paints) as well as no toxic compounds. Powders can also be reclaimed, reused and recycled. Nice. What’s more powder coatings are recommended by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) so you can be happy with your choice.

So, whether you decide to go with a high gloss clear for the ultimate in shine or get creative with solid or subtly sparkling colors completely repaint it using powder coatings, OpenThrottle has you covered. You pick the color, we will make the OpenThrottle powder, and your powder job shop will do the rest!

Whether you are in a car, a bus, a train, or riding a bike, you will interact with the unforgiving surfaces of the road: cement, steel, rocks, other vehicles, corners, road construction, and/or asphalt. You will at some time encounter sleet, snow, rain, hail, storms, and/or whatever natural disasters your area of the globe receives.

Your bicycle needs to be treated right. This is means a high-quality coat using powder coatings. OpenThrottle will help you find the right powder coating for the needs of your bicycle.

You can in fact use powder coating to breath new life into an old friend – your original bicycle. By powder coating your entire bike, you can match the color of everything from your accessories, the steel or alloy frame and fork to the bike’s many parts.

Powder coating your bike with a new paint job is an excellent choice in protecting it from the elements of the road and from weatherability factors. Being that powder coating is about twice as thick as liquid paint and is heat cured in an oven, it is very durable, tough, hard, and will thus help protect your bike against scratches, cracks, chips, dings and just plain wear and tear..

So, what about the dirty look your bike has after a long ride out in the elements? Well, some of OpenThrottle’s most beautiful colors are in the dark colors, and these colors hide dirt and grime better than light colors. Plus, a beautiful smooth gloss finish can help prevent dust and mud sticking much better than a textured matte finish.

If you’re looking for something super special, check out the translucent and dormant finishes on offer from OpenThrottle. Some of the dormant colors were initially developed for bicycle frames and offer an intense, high sheen finish that is incredibly smooth and bright while maintaining the tough durability of a powder.

Powder coating offers an advanced finishing process that is an eco-friendly alternative to regular paint. It also uses top quality powders for peak durability and sustainability to supply a low environmental impact. This cannot be said about liquid paint.

As well as being an attractive and tough durable finish, powder coating also offers eco-friendly alternative to regular paint. Top quality powders deliver durability, scratch resistance and beautiful colors while being the environmentally responsible coating choice. This cannot be said about solvent based liquid paint.

Powder coating is a much greener product and process with no low VOCs, no toxic compounds, no toxic waste created in manufacture or application and a great carbon footprint. As well as unbeatable environmental advantages it’s also safe to work with –especially when you compare it to solvent based paint!

How is the magic of powder coating done? The process is pretty simple regardless how big of a job it is. The powder is sprayed onto the grounded parts – in this case the bike- using an electrostatic process. There are electrodes at the end of the gun, and when the powder passes through these electrodes it picks up the electrostatic charge and is attracted towards the grounded part.

The charged particles adhere to the frame and then the part goes into an oven, where the part heats up. When it reaches temperature the powder melts, flows, gels and cures into a smooth, hard coating. This tough, scratch resistant film is exactly what you need!

There are plenty of great options to choose from when have your bike coated – whether you’re a cyclist in Arizona looking for color fade protection against harsh UV light or a mountain biker in Florida looking for improved corrosion protection from salt and humidity, there are powders that will help protect your bike.

With so many options out there, it is safe to say that OpenThrottle is one of a kind; they will help you find the right product option and the best fit to match what you need for your application