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04-20-2012, 05:12 AM | #1 |
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changing 135i stock wheels to black?
Hi all,
Recently purchased a Silver 2008 135i. Absolutely love it. Cobb AccessPort on order I am thinking of changing them to black - I assume that powder coating would be better than painting them? Or is powder coating them a bad idea as its easier to chip? What other options are there in changing them to black? Cheers |
04-20-2012, 09:13 AM | #2 |
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Don't wash them - will be black in the month. Only BMW option thats free!
I love my Cobb - best $200 I ever spent http://www.cobb.com.au/ |
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04-20-2012, 02:56 PM | #5 |
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Painting or powder coating wil cost the same for a professional job. Both will require the tyres to come off, and depending where you go, both should be just as hard wearing.
I had my wheels painted. 1 coat of primer and 3 coats of two pack enamel. The finish and quality is better than OEM. |
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04-20-2012, 03:03 PM | #6 |
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Another option: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=660949
Pros: $40 total Easy to go back to silver Cons: Durability? I'm thinking of trying this on my winter wheels. Nothing to lose and if nothing else it will cover some curb rash. |
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04-22-2012, 01:41 AM | #8 |
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Thanks for the replies
The hardest thing is to arrange for it to be done, I don't have a spare set etc. Probably going to go down the painting them route. I might ring around a few local panel beaters. |
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04-23-2012, 04:58 AM | #9 |
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