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Mar 6, 2020 | 11:40 AM

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RXTbone

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I hope some other folks jump in on this thread... It's sounding like this stuff is tough and can't chip. Though I've never coated rims myself, I see several examples of rims that folks have tried to turn black, and they look like crap. I suspect this has a lot to do with how and where you drive your car. None of the coatings take road rash - and once the surface is chipped, the rim becomes rough. Upside is you can always remove the coating and start over.

Mar 6, 2020 | 11:55 AM

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Sebambam

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It flat out works. Just be patient when applying. Layer by layer.
my silverado workhorse has dipped wheels chrome bumpers and bed lined lower panels + the hood center is dipped.

Mar 6, 2020 | 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Sebambam

It flat out works. Just be patient when applying. Layer by layer.
my silverado workhorse has dipped wheels chrome bumpers and bed lined lower panels + the hood center is dipped.

I assume that when the tires are replaced or rebalanced that you need to start over because of the weight removal?

Mar 6, 2020 | 01:43 PM

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Sebambam

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Originally Posted by hondaracer2oo4

I assume that when the tires are replaced or rebalanced that you need to start over because of the weight removal?

just patch spray

Mar 6, 2020 | 02:09 PM

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I guess I was thinking that when the old weight gets pulled off that it would start the peeling process, no?

Mar 6, 2020 | 02:29 PM

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I guess I was thinking that when the old weight gets pulled off that it would start the peeling process, no?

just go buy a can for 6$ at home depot and try it out. Very simple process. You spend more on your Starbucks coffee

Mar 6, 2020 | 03:56 PM

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USAZR1

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How much per wheel to powder coat?

It depends on the finish and colors. Single-stage colors, like black, were around $350/set. Mine were brushed, then powdercoated in Dark Smoke clear. Cost was around $850 for my CCW's.

Mar 7, 2020 | 06:51 PM

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mcoomer

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I just finished watching the HyperDip video on Youtube. So glad I stumbled onto that. I've got the satin black wheels with the red stripe on my Z06 and have picked up a couple tiny chips. Looks like I have a solution for filling those, or completely coating the wheels.

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CMS062407

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Originally Posted by boostedfury

Here are some jobs I did in matte black from the cans!

What I used after they dried was either Dipcoat, or simple quick detail spray. Makes dirt and brake dust almost slide right off if maintained! And adds a nice sheen!