Powder coat wheels

BobHarrington · Post by **BobHarrington** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 8:31 am

I have the standard alloy propeller wheels in silver, and I’m thinking of having them powder coated in gloss black, but I’ve been advised not to, as powder coating is brittle and flakes off. Anyone got any experience of this?

The Jagster · Post by **The Jagster** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 9:04 am

Yes. I have.

It doesn't. Who told you that?

davidd · Post by **davidd** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 9:14 am

As an ex tvr owner I have experience of powder coating flaking off. I'd say it was down to poor prep and application though. Like most things if it's been done properly it should be fine.

philmayfield · Post by **philmayfield** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 9:48 am

I would imagine that the original silver alloys are powder coated, but don’t worry the powder coat won’t flake off if done by a specialist.

cj10jeeper · Post by **cj10jeeper** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 10:49 am

Powder coating is by far the most long lasting coating. If you kerb the wheel anything will flake off

Personal choice but think about gloss black. It's very Corsa and done to death,. There and there are so many subtle colour and finish options available

The Jagster · Post by **The Jagster** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 12:50 pm

Talk to these guys. They always do a good job for me.

http://www.aerocoat.co.uk/

I've had engine casings powder coated, springs, aluminium castings, forgings, stainless steel tubing, not to mention the wheels on my F-Type.

No problems on anything so far......Started using them in 2013.

BobHarrington · Post by **BobHarrington** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 3:44 pm

Thanks for that - Can anyone recommend a good place to powder coat my wheels - I live in Hampshire

philmayfield · Post by **philmayfield** » Mon Feb 05, 2018 4:23 pm

I use a company here in Notts called The Wheel Specialist. They are a franchise and have dealerships in Hampshire and throughout the UK. In my extensive experience with them with a variety of cars they have been superb but it may depend on the branch. I’m sure you can Google for recommendations.

Senninha · Post by **Senninha** » Tue Feb 06, 2018 11:36 pm

Ive been using Lepsons for years, based in Gillingha but offer collection / delivery service

As above, no issues with powder coating, plus it very resilient to stone chips\

Definately give thought to other colour options over gloss black such as shadow chrome, gunmetal, or any variety of high gloss metallic greys ... what colour if your F-type?

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