I just redone a frame on an 86 KDX 200. Also working on a Yamaha AT2 as well but I thought I would share a method that I think may be better than paint or powder coat. First I had my frame sandblasted. Then I got a rattle can of Eastwood interior frame rust encapsulator and coated frame inside and out. It came with an extension spray hose to get way up inside frame. I watched alot of Youtube vids about rust encapsulators before finally choosing Eastwood. Then I brushed on Eastwood exterior Platinum Rust Encapsulator. It looked surprisingly awesome for being brushed on and I was able to thoroughly cover any hard to get to spots with a small brush that would have been a chore if only spraying. I was planning next to prime, paint and clearcoat but then got to thinking. It would be much easier to sand any future chips or scrapes and dab on more rust encapsulator with a brush, sand and clearcoat. Easy frame maintenance! So instead of painting I sprayed on Duplicolor high heat 500 degree engine enamel clearcoat. I chose the Duplicolor instead of VHT cause no special curing process was required. Rustoleum makes one as well that requires no special curing process. Another note the Eastwood exterior Platinum Rust Encapsulator can serve as the top coat or can be top coated. I chose to topcoat for extra heat protection as alone it says 350 degrees which is probably enough but I tend to overkill. The frame looks great. Just thought I would share.

Thanks for sharing!

Hello, I just talked to you on the KDX forum.

Hey MDScott. Yep You found me. Im on thumpertalk too under same name. I'm just getting into actually being a member of forums. I would previously just browse them looking for answers. It's good to be able to actually ask questions or share info though.