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Old 05-08-03, 09:54 PM
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Question A way to reverse powder coating?

Is there a way to go back to the original wheel finish if it has been powder coated?
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What color are they? You might be able to get someone to trade with you.

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yes it can be stripped but it is probly expensive because the stripper is some very hairy **** and you have to have a liscence to by it.
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Sand blaster then clear coat or repaint the color you want. Also they can powder coat over a powder coated part with stripping it
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dont' think so, don't they have to sand it first, that would ruin the original finish
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If they are black I will trade you.
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Yes you can power coat over power coating. had it done
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I'll trade you my regular wheels for you powder coated ones.
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Ok ok ok, it's probably my fault for not saying this but they are not stock rims. These are aftermarket rims that used to be either chrome/pol. alum. I was thinking of going back to teh original finish, just wondering if it's possible. Also how much weight does powder coating add?
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Powder coating doesn't add any noticable weight. It's paint. How much can a coat of paint weigh?
I would keep it that color. I hate chrome.
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I like the original color of the stock FD rims on my black FD, so I was hoping I can get something like that, but I guess not. Thanks everyone for your help.
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