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Old 10-04-2012, 09:22 AM   #1
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Painting steel wheels?

Any recommendations or hints on painting steelies?

I ordered my snows yesterday (Winterforce, mounted on black steelies), and have wanted a white set of steelies for years now. I know it's silly, and I can't really explain it, but I really want it.

I'm not looking to have them painted, but to do it myself. I don't know if I could plasti-dip them, but I guess it's possible.

Any ideas, hints or tips?
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Old 10-04-2012, 11:13 AM   #2
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Any recommendations or hints on painting steelies?

I ordered my snows yesterday (Winterforce, mounted on black steelies), and have wanted a white set of steelies for years now. I know it's silly, and I can't really explain it, but I really want it.

I'm not looking to have them painted, but to do it myself. I don't know if I could plasti-dip them, but I guess it's possible.

Any ideas, hints or tips?
Should be like painting any other materials. Surface prep is key! Check out some diy vids on youtube they are always helpful
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I think I got it.

Would wet sanding be recommended? Like a good coat, followed by wet sanding, then a second coat?
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