LisaF Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 My local Honda dealer mechanic told me that I absolute should NOT powder coat my wheels because it adds too much weight to the wheel. Guys, I'm a old gal and don't think I'm going to Trackdays to race anytime, ever. Is this an issue? Is my chain being yanked? Thanks Guys! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 Powder coating is the way to go. They are full of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer rangemaster Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 Hahahahaha! First time I've ever heard that one. NO, it's not true, the application process assures it's evenly coated and you are talking a fraction of an ounce of additional weight. This is why I do all my own work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 Guys, I'm a old gal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aimbot9000 Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 Dont they come from honda powder coated... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rush2112 Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 Dont they come from honda powder coated... I think they are painted with rim paint from the OEM. ... the application process assures it's evenly coated and you are talking a fraction of an ounce of additional weight. ... I don't think it is alot of weight but I thought it was more than a fraction of an once?!? It is a substantial coating, no? Has anyone weighed a before and after? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer gig Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 Dont they come from honda powder coated... I think they are painted with rim paint from the OEM. ... the application process assures it's evenly coated and you are talking a fraction of an ounce of additional weight. ... I don't think it is alot of weight but I thought it was more than a fraction of an once?!? It is a substantial coating, no? Has anyone weighed a before and after? Yes. Typically adds 3oz per wheel. Though when having mine powder coated, when i picked them up I was told they applied 3 heavy coats for smooth even appearance. Weighed and had added 12oz per wheel. Took back and specified that I only wanted one coat and that weight was a major consideration. They powder coated with one light textured finish coat and did not powder coat under tire portion of the rim which i had to sand to get tire to seat, but now weighs less the when i started. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaF Posted March 8, 2015 Author Share Posted March 8, 2015 Wow, I'm shocked that at the 12oz per wheel weight difference. When I do this, I'll make sure I get the one coat application. Thanks everyone! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dr.toto Posted March 8, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 8, 2015 I've stripped a bunch of modern sport bike wheels. They were all powder coated or painted with urethane paint. None were very thick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer luvtoleanit Posted March 9, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 9, 2015 Painting always looks better. Best combination I have found for looks and strength (resistance to chips and scratches) is to paint them then powdercoat the clearcoat on. You get the benefits of both that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Africord Posted March 9, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 9, 2015 Hey, I've two coats of powdercoat on mine (it's how black chrome is done, gives it a pewter like finish) and I can't say it made any difference in handling or tire wear. Given what a mounted wheel weighs, is 3 oz additional a deal breaker? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Cogswell Posted March 10, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 10, 2015 Painting always looks better. Best combination I have found for looks and strength (resistance to chips and scratches) is to paint them then powdercoat the clearcoat on. You get the benefits of both that way. Is there any particular type of paint you found that works well to withstand the powdercoat cure process? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer luvtoleanit Posted March 10, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted March 10, 2015 Painting always looks better. Best combination I have found for looks and strength (resistance to chips and scratches) is to paint them then powdercoat the clearcoat on. You get the benefits of both that way. Is there any particular type of paint you found that works well to withstand the powdercoat cure process? My wheel guy is in Washington state. Met him while I lived there. Give him a call. He's a good guy and will steer you towards a solid product. Russ, 425-433-0712. Custom Classic. He specializes in motorcycle painting. Probably the best guy on the West Coast for painting bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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