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  1. #1
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    Default What have you done with your stock?

    hey guys, im saving up for some 18's later on but i just wanted to know if you guys painted your stock rims? or saved up and got new ones? or just left them? just some ideas
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    Wheels. Not rims.

    In most cases stock wheels look better left stock.
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    I usually invest in stock, but to each their own. $50 wheels, $5 spray paint.



    For comparison, painting wheels actual colors can go really wrong.
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    sorry wheels, lol yeah i know what you mean, i was thinking of painting them with then finish it with a clear coat. but i dont know if it will look good
    Stay golden pony boy

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    Powdercoat or leave stock
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    I don't own any stock.
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    I am fairly new to this stuff, but from what I have read powder coating is the best way to do it. Be sure on what color you are going with I believe powder coating is not cheap.

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    Quote Originally Posted by twoscoops View Post
    I am fairly new to this stuff, but from what I have read powder coating is the best way to do it. Be sure on what color you are going with I believe powder coating is not cheap.
    Not any more than a well-prepped and applied paint job with quality materials.

    Holds up to abuse better than most any paint though.
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    why spend the money on your stock wheels when you know you want to buy some 18’s. just save your money and acquire 18’s quicker.

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