Powder Coat Rims ???
Pro
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Houston TX
Originally Posted by UpToVT
Has anyone ever powder coated their rims, lets say like black, and if so is there any pics or any other info......
Thanks
Thanks
I believe you have to use a special lower-temp technique for wheels.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oviedo FL
Originally Posted by 87bob
Hey C54Dan
How did you paint those wheels centers?????????????
There plastic I didn't think they could be powder coated.
How did you paint those wheels centers?????????????
There plastic I didn't think they could be powder coated.
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Joined: Dec 2002
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From: Piedmont, SC Currently Own: 99 Nassau blue FRC. Previously Owned: 84,95,98 Indy Pace,01 Z06
Originally Posted by Ducman69
Be careful, I've seen some damage done by high temp powder coating ovens. If it doesn't crack the wheel outright, it'll definitely weaken it.
I believe you have to use a special lower-temp technique for wheels.
I believe you have to use a special lower-temp technique for wheels.
Most damage is done when the wheels are heated above 500 degrees. So yes, be careful when powder coating. Most powder coating paints usually cure around 400 degrees.
