finally have an update. I got my wheels back from the powder coater, who also trued them up. Installed some tires and mounted them on the bike.
I went with a bronzy/ black for the rims, matte black for the spoke and chrome for the nipples. I think it gives it a nice contrast.
while picking up the parts, I also dropped off my tank, fender, headlight bucket, and seat to the same powder coater. He is going to spray them in Illusion Cherry with silver sparkle top coat. Should end up like a candy red with silver metal flake on top.
Can't wait to get this bike all buttoned up and done.
While waiting for the wheels, I also got the electrical wiring all done. I simplified the harness and cleaned all the wires in an ultrasonic cleaner before wrapping them up in electrical tape.