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Originally Posted by Yakaru
Anyone know why they say not to powdercoat these? It's one of the few upgrades I have left but if I can't get my wheels done up in my purple then forget it :P
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I didn't see where they specifically said that, but there are parts of the powder coating process that can damage a wheel (alter the heat treating) if not done properly.
Heat is the problem. Too much for too long and you will change the heat treating and soften the wheel.
The majority of the wheels I coat are forged factory Porsche race wheels, and I am very careful not to alter the heat treating. They are over $1500 each, and run on cars approaching 200 mph, so there's no room for error.
I would say those wheels could be coated, but I would make sure the shop is experienced with wheels. I would quiz them about their process, and if they are not familiar with heat treating or "aging" of aluminum I would find someone that is. If they say anything out "outgassing" or "burn-off" I would run away...
In the Las Vegas area, I would talk to Juan at Snail Motorsports (
http://www.snailmotorsports.com/powder-coating).
Jay
www.apexcustomcoating.com