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Wheels: Painting VS Powder Coating

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Old 02-07-2012, 12:54 PM
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Wheels: Painting VS Powder Coating

I have a set 2 pc wheels that are in need of refurb. Do you folks recommend Respraying or powder coating for the best finishing/long lasting durability
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Powder coating hands down.
Its alot more durable then painting and wont chip or fade color.
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Definitely powdercoating. Lasts for many more years than painting.

Especially for two piecers - you don't want to have to take them apart again in a couple years to respray.

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