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I'm at the point of figuring out paint. Thinking about painting my wheels while I get everything else done. I don't want to powdercoat and weaken the old metal under heat.
What are the pros and cons of painting complete wheels? Has this ever bitten anyone in the ass after the fact? Any suggestions for prep?
I have a Harley friend that gets Industrial coatings done to his Frames, Rims and hubs (Polymer-based, low temperature curing). Thinking about doing that too.
I'm not too sure that the heat from PC would hurt the metal, but I could be wrong.
I've always taken wheels apart to clean them and paint each part separately. After the paint is cured and wheels assembled, the only bad thing is using a spoke wrench on the nipples - if they are painted the wrench takes it right off.
I have never heard of PC hurting wheels. And as many that have been done I am sure there would be several stories about it. Myself personally if the wheels are not polished, PC is the only way to go.
I've had two sets of wheels powder coated whilst assembled [ less bearings ] in an effort to save money. Both sets still going strong [ 15 and 20 years respec. ], and I'm about to have another 2 sets done - BMW R1150GS steel spoked alloy rims and a set of XS650 wires.
The PC company I currently use do this as a matter of course now with 100% results. Initial worries about PC subsequently peeling flaking were unfounded.
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