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lucenti
04-10-2009, 07:27 PM
Iam thinking of powder coating 2 wheels. any 1 have any experience with this or know of any 1 that had it done...

AS Always thanks for your help
Dave

PantherP71
04-10-2009, 07:28 PM
Why just two?

lucenti
04-10-2009, 08:31 PM
because 2 wheels are not clear coated. but wht I would like to know did any 1 have there wheels done

FastMerc
04-11-2009, 07:16 AM
The factory wheels are actually clear powdercoat.A very reputible company close to me does a great job,have had lots of things done.

lucenti
04-11-2009, 12:35 PM
thanks for the info !! appreciated

gdmjoe
04-11-2009, 07:27 PM
If the plan is to replace the factory clearcoat, you will need to do a chemical dip / strip prior to having a clear powercoat applied.

If you plan to color the rims, then it would be easier to have them sand / bead blasted.

A reputable powdercoater should be able to provide guidance.

lucenti
04-12-2009, 01:52 PM
Will talk to shop again this week. Thanks !!