Looks like we will have to agree to disagree

Cheers

Well I have decided to go with CJ Coatings of Humberstone near Grimsby as they are just up the road and have been recommended and their work is supposed to be very good.  So that will work out at 50 quid a corner which was what I expected.  Having had an online quote from the Wheel Specialists and not responding I then had an email offering 15% discount but that still means it is above 300 quid and I have to drive to Nottingham or Leeds.  So I am going local (15 miles) and then if I am unhappy it is easy to go back and sort it out. 

 

I see we have a clear difference of opinion now on paint or powder which was where I came in!  For me the cost is the main issue as I cannot justify spending more on the wheels than they cost.  As regards the longevity of the finish well that is down to me to ensure I don't clout the kerb and keep them clean and protected.  Only time will tell I suppose but I am grateful for those of you that have taken the time to offer your opinions.  Not been here long but I am well impressed with the level of help I have received.

 

Regards Chris

Powder coating is better imo

Painting is usually done as a smart repair.

However, I've never had a wheel fully acid dipped and cleaned up, then painted, it always makes sence to powder coat when your at that stage.

These are some my brother has done recently.

Powder coated:

Spray paint

Is it just me or does this Guy make it look like hard work?

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh_rclHITlg

 

Regards Chris

Why on earth have they chosen green?!

Indeed.  Not my choice and I suppose they are only using that battered knackered looking wheel for the video. Still think he made it look harder than it should be although I have to say I have not tried it.

 

Regards Chris

The best IMO is powder coated and then a coat of clear lacquer (paint) on top, you get the durability of the powder coat with the gloss of paint.

OK I have had the wheels powder coated gloss black.  Yes I know some folk hate them but I like them and that for me was the only colour if I was changing them.  I looked at the satin black but it just doesn't do it for me. 

 

So having had advice on here about sealing them and all that stuff I have spent hours today sealing them with poorboys.  Having read the instructions it said give them 3 coats for better protection...really!  Anyway three coats later then done with Sonax BSD and put on the car.  Of course then you get finger marks all over them and have to clean them again!!!!!

 

So it has gone from this

 

 

To this.

 

 

Regards Chris

 

PS Please don't tell me there was no need to do them three times!

Well and truly knackered tonight.  Not used to all this hard work.  There is a good side affect of all this work today I now have a washer load of microfibre cloths to wash rather than two and a mit.  I hate putting the washer on for half a load.

 

Regards Chris

The best IMO is powder coated and then a coat of clear lacquer (paint) on top, you get the durability of the powder coat with the gloss of paint.

What's the best way to do this? Use scotchbrite to dull them first then spray a coat of lacquer over?

What's the best way to do this? Use scotchbrite to dull them first then spray a coat of lacquer over?

I would leave this decision to the body shop you get to clear them. A diy clearcoat is unlikely to improve the finish and won't be durable... Unless you have the gear and skills to do it like a body shop would

Reason I ask is mine have done dull due to a car wash place using acid on the wheels. So I'm looking to get the shine back

I would try polishing them first

Yup tried that and no luck think it must have stripped a layer off the powdercoat

If I use a tyre dressing on the alloy it comes up shiney again but only for about a couple of weeks

Edited 19 April, 201511 yr by Metty92

I'm not exactly sure what's in tyre dressings but I think they work like silicone spray and leave it slightly wet and greasy hence the shine.

If the finish has been damaged then a professional spray or recoat might be the only option.

Also its worth noting that many powdercoats are pretty acid resistant so its more likely a strong alkaline cleaner that damaged them.

I recently had ongoing issues with peddle/ steering wobble on my bmw (which hopefully now is sorted). While speaking to the guys at the dealer - the 1st thing two of them mentioned was 'have you had the wheels powder coated?', which I had.

They then went to show me a brand new alloy - the rear where the wheel meets the hub didn't have any paint on. They said if this part is covered in powder coat, then heat can't dissipate and can affect the brakes.

Anybody else heard this before?

Having just bought a fantastic set of wheels from RichC of this Parish I am just pricing up a respray in gloss black.  Easier said than done really.  Local place obviously isn't really interested as they told me to go and have them powder coated.  They will repaint them but at £360 plus! 

 

So which is better to powder coat or respray?  I realise that this has been discussed before and a search has pulled up some threads but I cannot find out which is the better in respect of kerbing or damage.  I am assuming powder coating will sustain more damage but I would also think that either once damaged would require a full refurb.

 

Any thoughts or advice would be most welcome.

 

Regards Chris

At £360 your well on the way to buy 4 new alloy wheels already to fit, just swap your tyres? 

Check out E-Bay etc..

Hes had them done giandougl

I recently had ongoing issues with peddle/ steering wobble on my bmw (which hopefully now is sorted). While speaking to the guys at the dealer - the 1st thing two of them mentioned was 'have you had the wheels powder coated?', which I had.

They then went to show me a brand new alloy - the rear where the wheel meets the hub didn't have any paint on. They said if this part is covered in powder coat, then heat can't dissipate and can affect the brakes.

Anybody else heard this before?

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The back should be bare alloy as its the datum face for mounting the wheels... No idea if it would affect brake temps much on a road car

Utter rubbish..Typical dealers!! LOL

I understand about a clear face with a small dab of Copper Grease

BUT..Saying it will stop heat dissipation is garbage!!

Hes had them done giandougl

Oopps! read he's got a set of wheels, but then didn't follow the story through..teacher was always reporting I don't pay enough attention at times..LOL 

Oopps! read he's got a set of wheels, but then didn't follow the story through..teacher was always reporting I don't pay enough attention at times..LOL 

My teachers said the same as well.

Utter rubbish..Typical dealers!! LOL

I understand about a clear face with a small dab of Copper Grease

BUT..Saying it will stop heat dissipation is garbage!!

Pretty much everyone else appears to say the same - I'll leave it for the minute - prefer the idea of all wheel being protected against the elements tbh, cheers

Well after washing the car today I cleaned the wheels and notice that one of them has picked up a chip on the rim already.  I certainly have not kerbed it so I can only assume it is a stone chip.  It is tiny bit I assume it will spread unless I cover it with something.  Any ideas would be welcome.