Powder Coating RS Wheels

[yourWHAThurtz]

I know there are a lot of threads out there about this, but if anyone has been through this process I could use some advice.

I'm looking to get my RS wheels powder coated semi-gloss black. I've received quotes all over the map from various vendors, but only a few of them offer the service of mounting and balancing.

Another problem is that I can't afford to be without my car for long. I have about 4 days I can give up next month but other than that, I commute to work on a daily basis during the week.

Anyone know of a quality vendor in ARIZONA who can get this done for a reasonable price? Thanks.

[Nicklongino]

Im from texas and theres a very well known powdercoating place that says 250 for gloss black for all 4 wheels ready in 2 days. I just used plasti-dip to make them matte black for now. Just trying to give you a price around that area if it helps and hopefully people will respond to this post.

[HIOFECR]

you could always do what i did, pickup an extra set of wheels in the forum and run those while you're having yours powder coated then turn around and sell the extra set afterward. I actually came out $100 bucks to the good because I got such a good deal online by a fellow member on his 2011 RS wheels (sold my nonRS wheels after the powdercoat for $100 more than I paid for the ones I had powdercoated)

[yourWHAThurtz]

Originally Posted by Nicklongino

Im from texas and theres a very well known powdercoating place that says 250 for gloss black for all 4 wheels ready in 2 days. I just used plasti-dip to make them matte black for now. Just trying to give you a price around that area if it helps and hopefully people will respond to this post.

I appreciate the feedback. I've had quotes ranging from $45/wheel to $250/wheel. The higher quotes obviously mount and balance but seem a little steep to me.

Sounds like I need to move to Texas...

[yourWHAThurtz]

Originally Posted by HIOFECR

you could always do what i did, pickup an extra set of wheels in the forum and run those while you're having yours powder coated then turn around and sell the extra set afterward. I actually came out $100 bucks to the good because I got such a good deal online by a fellow member on his 2011 RS wheels (sold my nonRS wheels after the powdercoat for $100 more than I paid for the ones I had powdercoated)

Not a bad idea at all. I tried convincing a local shop to buy a set of "loaner" wheels and tires for when people bring their Camaro wheels in for powder coating but the owner wasn't sold on the idea.

He's missing out on business because most people can't afford to be without a car for more than a day or two!

[yourWHAThurtz]

I got a terrible quote from the dealer of $800, but I'm tempted to spend the extra money for the warranty and level of quality.

That price includes powder coating the wheels and caps, balancing, mounting, and replenishing the tires with nitrogen. Should I even consider this or will I have the word "SUCKER" tattooed on my forehead?

Also, anyone running Gorilla black lug nuts? I was curious whether these chip/scratch when torqued.

[BlueDvl1214]

Originally Posted by Nicklongino

Im from texas and theres a very well known powdercoating place that says 250 for gloss black for all 4 wheels ready in 2 days. I just used plasti-dip to make them matte black for now. Just trying to give you a price around that area if it helps and hopefully people will respond to this post.

Hi, where is this place located?

[AtotheJ]

Originally Posted by BlueDvl1214

Hi, where is this place located?

yes, i'm interested as well...

[cajun2010]

mine were 500, but i am happy with them!!

Good luck

[yourWHAThurtz]

Does anyone have the black lug nuts from Gorilla? Do they scratch at all?

[GatorUSMC]

Originally Posted by yourWHAThurtz

I got a terrible quote from the dealer of $800, but I'm tempted to spend the extra money for the warranty and level of quality.

That price includes powder coating the wheels and caps, balancing, mounting, and replenishing the tires with nitrogen. Should I even consider this or will I have the word "SUCKER" tattooed on my forehead?

Sounds pretty high but I don't buy into dealer's nitrogen hype.

Check your local Costco Tire Center if you want nitrogen, see what they'll do for you...

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Originally Posted by Nicklongino

Im from texas and theres a very well known powdercoating place that says 250 for gloss black for all 4 wheels ready in 2 days. I just used plasti-dip to make them matte black for now. Just trying to give you a price around that area if it helps and hopefully people will respond to this post.

I'm from Houston. I'm very interested in getting my stock rims powder coated too. What was the place that did it for $250 in two days. Did you have to bring the bare rims to them or could you drop the car off and pick it up in two days?