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Re: Powder coating SVX rims ( how hard can it be?)
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Originally Posted by Chucksta
So in my infinite wisdom, I decided to and powder coat them to match the burgundy paint on my '97.
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If you were going for an exact paint match in both color and gloss, I am wondering why you did not just strip the rims, use aluminum primer under actual color-correct automotive paint, and just seal it under clear powder coat. Doing a 2-stage like that preserves the metallic sparkle, as the metallic is set and doesn't flow and sink to the bottom. It makes it easier to duplicate if you are only doing one wheel at a time in a small oven.
It also gives you the advantage of painting the center caps to match with a clear acrylic top coat. That is what was done to my original OEM wheels HERE
In large commercial powder coating ovens, the temperature is more precisely controlled, as many wheels and other parts cured at the same time, using heat and convection to evenly distribute air flow.
Look at this website for interesting effects and ideas. http://www.liquidpowdercoats.com/old...e/gallery.html
Their new website is HERE
According to their current prices, 2-stage (metallic base and clear top coat) is $97.50 each if wheels just need to be stripped and redone, no repair, welding or curb rash.
Although every company is different, here is their method of wheel prep for powder coating. http://www.liquidpowdercoats.com/old...wheelprep.html
Basically a hot chemical stripper bath to "melt" and remove all factory or aftermarket finishes (even powder coat). Then mild media blasting (no sand), followed by an Iron Phosphate coat to prevent corrosion and improve powder adhesion. This is also what Transwheel did with my wheels.
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Last edited by svxcess; 10-20-2014 at 10:43 PM.
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