b3nson
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Jan 12, 2018 11:58:21 GMT
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Hey people!
Looking to refurb my spare set of Integra wheels, need some recommendations on where to buy paint and primer? I want a satin black finish, not too bothered on being anywhere near show quality, just durable So ideally want a aerosol primer and then an aerosol paint that doesn't require a laquer topcoat - can anyone point me in the right direction?
Thanks
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Curtis
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Jan 12, 2018 12:57:27 GMT
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Not sure why Rattlecan is being like he is. You want something more hard wearing as the paint is obviously going to be under a lot of stress on wheels, though a good lacquer will be able to protect it, I've got some pretty good results from Halfords own cans. adam73bgt has done a few sets and managed to get good results every time. One thing I would say is that prep is everything, making sure the wheel is properly cleaned, smooth and primered is arguably more important than any paint you might choose.
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b3nson
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Jan 12, 2018 12:59:11 GMT
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Not sure why Rattlecan is being like he is. You want something more hard wearing as the paint is obviously going to be under a lot of stress on wheels, though a good lacquer will be able to protect it, I've got some pretty good results from Halfords own cans. adam73bgt has done a few sets and managed to get good results every time. One thing I would say is that prep is everything, making sure the wheel is properly cleaned, smooth and primered is arguably more important than any paint you might choose. Cheers! Exactly the kind of answer I was looking for.
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Jan 12, 2018 13:21:39 GMT
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If you're trying flat black for the first time you might want to consider aerosols of Plastidip - you can paint them and if you don't like it you can peel it off. Needs about 3 coats. Not exactly durable compared to paint/lacquer or powdercoat but gives the option to change back if not liked.
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Jan 12, 2018 13:30:11 GMT
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Davey
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Jan 12, 2018 14:05:05 GMT
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I have a pro paint supply shop across the road and have always used there in house mixed stuff to great success, happy to get some for you if you need it. Not sure on postage etc.
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kabman
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Jan 12, 2018 15:45:25 GMT
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Like the others said, it's all in the prep - just about any satin black paint will do. That said, I don't think there's such a thing as 'durable' satin black. It marks very easily and won't stay black for very long on wheels.
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Jan 12, 2018 17:16:47 GMT
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Jan 12, 2018 17:35:46 GMT
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Or use truck bed liner paint, no prep needed just clean them up with paint wipes first.
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Jan 12, 2018 17:46:12 GMT
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Or use truck bed liner paint, no prep needed just clean them up with paint wipes first. I love that stuff 👌
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Jan 12, 2018 19:25:26 GMT
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Rustoleum do a satin black, I've used it on my BMW's winter steels and the colour /finish is as good as original and it's really durable.
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Jan 12, 2018 19:37:31 GMT
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I use the Halfords spray cans for smaller jobs/models and compared to some aerosols I have used they are ok. I painted a set of merc wheels a few years back with the Halfords paint. They were still looking good when the car got sold a year or so later.
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Jan 12, 2018 20:21:41 GMT
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I know they're not satin black but I did my Midas wheels recently using Halfords' own rattle cans. can't comment on how tough it is yet but they look alright...
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b3nson
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Jan 14, 2018 14:30:56 GMT
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys and for the link to the other thread. Very tempted by the Montana graffiti paint mentioned in the other thread as it seems the quickest/easiest route combined with a decent bit of prep.
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ChasR
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As people have said it's all in the prep.
I'll see if I can send over a pic of what I did. The paint is about the quickest job to do in comparison to the prepwork.
But, honestly, if you are looking for a durable finish it may be worth going to the Powdercoaters as in a few cases the cost difference isn't that much ; to paint one wheel of my sister's Saab would have cost me £15/wheel I reckon if I did the rest and going by how much I used. Furthermore my tyre fitter has said he won't hold himself liable for a painted rim finish after seeing issues previously. City Powdercoaters in Birmingham for example charge £80 for a set of wheels. If they are leaking due to corrosion that will be solved too.
That opinion may change with how durable my sister's wheel is. So far it's survived pressure washing.
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b3nson
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Jan 15, 2018 10:20:19 GMT
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As people have said it's all in the prep. I'll see if I can send over a pic of what I did. The paint is about the quickest job to do in comparison to the prepwork. But, honestly, if you are looking for a durable finish it may be worth going to the Powdercoaters as in a few cases the cost difference isn't that much ; to paint one wheel of my sister's Saab would have cost me £15/wheel I reckon if I did the rest and going by how much I used. Furthermore my tyre fitter has said he won't hold himself liable for a painted rim finish after seeing issues previously. City Powdercoaters in Birmingham for example charge £80 for a set of wheels. If they are leaking due to corrosion that will be solved too. That opinion may change with how durable my sister's wheel is. So far it's survived pressure washing. If I could find anyone down South who would charge that little then I'd be happy to go the powdercoating route!
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ChasR
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Jan 15, 2018 21:05:46 GMT
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I'll be honest. I've only really been there because of how much he costs! Even if you get the wheels stripped down (i.e tyres off and on which can be used as an opportunity to fit new tyres) and done in a day it's around £160 for 4 wheels. If I wasn't as fussy on the finish (i.e colours) and didn't want Shadow Chrome I'd get the M3 wheels done there ; I only fancy Shadow Chrome as it's a tricky and close(ish) yet more durable finish than the stock Polished face and back inners, perfect for what I had in mind. I'll let you know how my sister's wheel pans out. I *may* end up refurbing a second ; I only did one as the PO started it but did prime it etc and it was Xmas week so a prime time to do something with most places shut. It's better than the 10 foot paintjob I was after. I'll get a better one. But which wheel do you think is painted .
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Last Edit: Jan 15, 2018 21:30:26 GMT by ChasR
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philsford
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Jan 16, 2018 18:22:44 GMT
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I will give City powder coaters another vote. At £20 a rim it is not worth anyone wasting time preparing and rattle can finishing wheels with poor results in comparison to powder coating. I used bournes round the corner from city for years but they were getting silly with the prices last time I went in.
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b3nson
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Jan 19, 2018 12:00:16 GMT
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Had a little phone around today and all the local places want at least £50 a wheel for blasting and powdercoating, damn living in the south! The old paint is proving to be a right ballache to get off, and there’s a fair amount of corrosion in places too so considering my options now...
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Jan 19, 2018 17:50:20 GMT
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I can recommend Platinum alloys in Swindon, I used them a couple of years ago to refurb the alloys off my BMW, and they came back better than new. They started out with some curbing and corrosion. I think they changed about £50 a wheel but the finished wheels were perfect and still look great 2/3 years on.
Like some of the others have said sometimes it's quicker and cheaper to bite the bullet and get them done professionally.
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