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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 03:35 PM
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Rim painting HELP.

I am going to be painting my rims. Ive painted rims before but they were never like the ones on my sc, just wondering what type of sandpaper to use and maybe what kind of paint. Im not looking to get it professionally done. I can do it, jw what all i need. Thanks for any help.
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 04:49 PM
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400 grit is what i used. Just take ur time and get into every corner.
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 04:55 PM
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sand paper. primer, paint, paint, paint, clear clear clear.
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 12:35 AM
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+1^

I used high temp engine enamel/paint i believe. if anyone knows a better paint please post
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 01:39 AM
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They make specific for Rim paint. Thats what i used on my car, and its Holding up GREAT!
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 06:20 AM
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https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/wheels-tires-96/ppl-stock-painted-wheels-208003/
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 07:20 AM
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thanks guys, and that thread helped.
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 07:21 AM
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i used paint stripper since i went polished aluminum on the lip. holy cow that **** is toxic
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by hatrickstu
i used paint stripper since i went polished aluminum on the lip. holy cow that **** is toxic
lmao hell yea. That ***** a beat. I only used it once, itll kill ya quick
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