I have a set of control arms I want to get powder coated but I'm concerned about the powder coat chipping off due to rocks/debris/etc. I autocross the car so I'm expecting lots of rocks and **** to get thrown at the control arms all the time. Would love to hear people's experiences on what worked and what didn't.
Even better if you have a place near PDX and tell me how much you paid . I have of course already removed all the bushings and ball joints in preparation.

 

Don't overthink this. Powder coat will hold up great if it's properly done.
My arms and subframes were powder coated 10+ years ago and look basically new despite several gravel traps. The only damage is a couple scratches on the LF LCA from a hub failure.

 

Figured I was overthinking it. I'll continue with having a local shop do the powder coating and move on with my life.

 

Nothing will be infallible. Put PPF over the powder coat if you're really worried about it.