Should I sand away the powdercoat

[Fark]

...on the clamping surface of my triple clamps?  I predict an overwhelming yes. 

 

[Rcannon]

I dont think they would fit with it in place. That stuff can be thick!

 

[Fark]

The upper clamp (aftermarket anodized for the pro taper bars) had it in there so I left it alone. I got it in but had to coax the clamps open a tad. THanks man!