paint or powder coat? - Lateral-g Forums

**WSSix** · #1 06-22-2017, 09:41 AM

I'm putting some new rims on my daily driver Tahoe. Currently, they are simply uncoated machined aluminum. I'm wanting to not only protect them but also change their color/look a little. This has me wondering if I should go with a powder coat or paint or both.

Due to the look I'm going for I may have to use a paint and was thinking I could put a clear powder coat on top. Is that even possible? I've only ever had factory wheels and I'm not even sure what finish is put on them. I'm just looking for a durable, easy to manage finish. Suggestions?

Thanks

BMR Sales · #2 06-22-2017, 10:07 AM

are you sure that the wheels are uncoated? If they are anodized, that would have to come off. Oven Cleaner works pretty good on that

**WSSix** · #3 06-22-2017, 03:31 PM

Yes, the are simple ProComp rims. I emailed them as well to verify since I thought I might have something to remove first.

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572Camaro · #4 06-23-2017, 08:02 AM

I paint and I powder coat . I recommend powder coat all the way at least for wheels. Do NOT powder coat over paint! The powder coat oven heat will approach 400F and powder does not stick to paint well. My two cents..,

**WSSix** · #5 06-23-2017, 09:18 AM

Thanks for the feedback. That's the type of information I was needing.

Can paint with lots of clear hold up on a daily driver? I ask because I'm not sure I can achieve the look I want with powder alone.

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DWC · #6 01-18-2019, 04:57 AM

I'm interested in the answer to WSSix's last question- how well does paint with clear hold up on an aluminum wheel?

Does anyone have any input or experience?

Daniel