Changing wheel color on brand new wheels?
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Changing wheel color on brand new wheels?
Hey all,
Right now there is a set of wheels I really like in the market place, but the problem is I want them silver as opposed to gun metal. They are forged wheels which I could never afford to buy straight from the vendor and customize myself that is why i am even considering this. Is powdercoating the only way to change wheel colors after the fact? Is that even worth considering or should I just find something else in the color that I already like?
Thanks for the help!
David
Right now there is a set of wheels I really like in the market place, but the problem is I want them silver as opposed to gun metal. They are forged wheels which I could never afford to buy straight from the vendor and customize myself that is why i am even considering this. Is powdercoating the only way to change wheel colors after the fact? Is that even worth considering or should I just find something else in the color that I already like?
Thanks for the help!
David
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If you're looking to refinish them, I'd recommend repainting or powder coating them. If you do decide to powder coat them, just be sure to make sure the powder coater has experience with wheels. If the wheels are left in the powder coat oven for too long the aluminum will begin to 'over age' artificially, thus making it more brittle. That being said though, powder coated finishes are pretty durable and are a good option for everyday driving. Many powders on the market now cure at lower temperatures for shorter amounts of time, which will help your wheels retain their strength.
Powder coating shouldn't be too much, and I imagine painting them would be comparable in price. Hope that helps!
Powder coating shouldn't be too much, and I imagine painting them would be comparable in price. Hope that helps!
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If you're looking to refinish them, I'd recommend repainting or powder coating them. If you do decide to powder coat them, just be sure to make sure the powder coater has experience with wheels. If the wheels are left in the powder coat oven for too long the aluminum will begin to 'over age' artificially, thus making it more brittle. That being said though, powder coated finishes are pretty durable and are a good option for everyday driving. Many powders on the market now cure at lower temperatures for shorter amounts of time, which will help your wheels retain their strength.
Powder coating shouldn't be too much, and I imagine painting them would be comparable in price. Hope that helps!
Powder coating shouldn't be too much, and I imagine painting them would be comparable in price. Hope that helps!
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