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Old Apr 25, 2008 | 03:53 PM
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S-winders in black?

Just wondering if anyone has attempted this. I really want black rims, and I'm thinking of just getting my S-winders powdercoated. Thoughts?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2008 | 07:05 PM
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Bump for this as Ive been curious as well
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 01:59 PM
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Bump!

I have been wondering about this as well...
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 02:27 PM
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Ive been thinking of getting mine powdercoated flat black.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 03:16 PM
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Are you talking about these? This is second to-do mod after delivery.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 03:17 PM
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Im talking about the s-winders. Those are the s-lights
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Ownd
Im talking about the s-winders. Those are the s-lights
Silly rabbit, trix are for kids..... how about a pic? Oh, powder coat would be the same result, VERY NICE>>>>>.
Personally, I don't care for the s-winders....
 

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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 04:27 PM
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My car actually will be here in 2 weeks. Still on the ship Powdercoating will be the first thing I do. I haven't seen any s-winders black yet. I know someone on here has them. Show yourself!!
These..

 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 06:09 PM
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How well do powdercoated wheels hold up?

Several years ago I had chrome wheels which I had ordered from TireRack, and within 2 years the chrome was peeling off in a few spots. I have considered powdercoating wheels before, but I worry that it will give the same result.
 
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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 07:16 PM
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From what I have seen on other forums, powdercoating is the way to go!
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 01:10 AM
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BUMP! I can't believe that noone on NAM has their s-winders powder coated

Anyone with a pic?
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 11:03 AM
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Maybe I'm old

Maybe I'm old, but I don't understand what the attraction is to black wheels. It can't be to hide brake dust. Can someone tell me why this is the new trend? I suppose it's the same as why one prefers vanilla to chocolate, but I wanted to ask anyway.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by johne123
Maybe I'm old, but I don't understand what the attraction is to black wheels. It can't be to hide brake dust. Can someone tell me why this is the new trend? I suppose it's the same as why one prefers vanilla to chocolate, but I wanted to ask anyway.
My reason is because my MINI will be LB/B and I want it to match my roof/mirror caps/grille
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 12:04 PM
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S-winders are fugly no matter what color they are. I can't wait to replace mine.
 
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Old Jun 19, 2008 | 12:23 PM
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Advanced Powder Coating $45.00 each

Originally Posted by postlapsaria
Just wondering if anyone has attempted this. I really want black rims, and I'm thinking of just getting my S-winders powdercoated. Thoughts?

I had my wheels sand blasted & Powder Painted 40% Gloss Black for $45.00 each, less sand blast (quoted seperately). Advanced Powder Coating, Inc. in Colorado Springs, CO. 719-391-4967. www.advancedpci.com

They offer 20%, 40%, 60% & 80% Gloss, in Black. Other colors as available.

I get many compliments on them.
 
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