 Starting to paint my stock rims, need advice |
 Jun 16, 2008 - 9:30 PM
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What do I have to do to do this right? Scratch the current coating so the new primer can stick good, then 2 coats and a quick clear? I want that flat black rally look but not a crappy job. I think I might paint my calipers too like a...what goes good with my white celica gt and black rims?
I'm also interested in a new hood (something with a scoop but an inverted one that releases air toward my windshield (pass side)....if anyone has good ideas and possibly pics for me to reference, it'd be appreciated. I got about $1800 to spend and it's raining. |
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Jun 16, 2008 - 9:52 PM
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i did a write-up a few years ago on how to do this...The paint still looks brand new so i guess i did it right haha.
http://www.6gc.net/howto/refurbish_and_paint_wheels http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=30863 any questions dont hesitate to pm |
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6G96GT Starting to paint my stock rims Jun 16, 2008 - 9:30 PM
6G96GT Thanks!! Jun 18, 2008 - 5:43 PM str8thugginit4ya Thanks a LOT! I just finished painting my head... Jun 18, 2008 - 6:58 PM terqui I've painted my stock rims 3 times since ive h... Jun 19, 2008 - 10:36 AM
6G96GT thanks for the tip, I like the flat black look tho... Jun 21, 2008 - 12:24 AM |
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