Chrome to black wheels ?

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Dec 14, 2010 | 08:34 AM

BELLMAN

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Chrome to black wheels ?

I have a set of I forged classic wheels in chrome. Really wanting a similar set, but in gloss black. No luck selling these, so thinking about changing them to black.

Any advice on the best way to do it ?
Here's a pic.

Thanks.

Dec 14, 2010 | 09:30 AM

Ragtop 99

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Talk to a powdercoater. Contact the Powder Pro (not a sponsor so I won't post the link) or Mike the Powdercoater

Dec 14, 2010 | 10:28 AM

Jim_H

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I would talk to Cal Chrome, they do a lot of wheels, their Fusion coating is 'like' powder coating. Chrome wheels might need to be stripped first, I know they do for rechroming. Also contrary to some opinions powder coating temperatures can weaken alloy wheels.

Dec 15, 2010 | 01:12 AM

numbrman

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Surprised that you weren't able to sell them. It is a shame, because those are some nice looking wheels as is.

Dec 15, 2010 | 07:14 AM

Chuck Gibson

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How much for the wheels are you selling tires also?

Dec 15, 2010 | 08:20 AM

BELLMAN

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Thanks for the advice, will do some checking.
asking 2500 for complete setup, Z06 fitment with sensors. rear tires are done. The wheels are beautiful, black just looks better on my VY car.

Dec 15, 2010 | 01:14 PM

tomiboy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim_H

How do you know this? I have asked this question many times. I felt that this WOULD change the properties of the alloy depending on temps and cooling techniques.

thanks!

Dec 15, 2010 | 02:36 PM

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I have a set of 19/20 Iforged Rev wheels powdercoated gloss black. Would trade you and save you alot of money. They are like this but all black.

Also they are 19 x 11 and 20 x 12 and are C6 fitment so you can put some serious tires on the car.

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Dec 15, 2010 | 02:43 PM

0Cajun @ Edgyvette

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Another thread showing similiar wheels with polished lip

http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=...M=IDFRIR&qpvt=

Dec 15, 2010 | 03:12 PM

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m R g S r

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they are 3 piece wheels (it looks like it at least) so you can pull the wheels apart yourself and bring them to the powdercoater. i would do gloss black lip and matte black spokes, would add contrast and look awesome!!

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