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Its a long process, but well worth it if you know what you are doing.
First; the supplies you will need;
Self etching primer (about one for each tire)
Prismacolor high heat ceramic spraypaint in gunmetal (Some stores may sell actual wheel spraypaint, if they do, buy that, but if not, go with this)
200-300 grit sandpaper
Acetone
Lots of masking tape (3M blue and green works the best)
and lots of rags
First remove the tires off of your car, and place them on a level surface. Make sure they are 100% clean before moving on. After making sure they are squeaky clean, rough them up with the sandpaper, making sure to get ALL edges and faces. After that, use the acetone and wipe down the rim, making sure there is no residual powder.
Now place your tires on top of newspaper or some other medium to make sure that you will not spraypaint anything but the rims.
Mask off any areas that you do not want to get painted either, making sure to be extremely careful to get exactly what you want.
Now its time to paint, first lay down the first coat of primer, doing very light strokes on the first time, you should not coat the wheel entirely on the first time. After painting once, wait 10 minutes, repeat, keeping with the light paint strokes.
After you have gotten a good enough primer, wait 30 mins to an hour before doing the same process with the gunmetal paint. You may follow this with a few coats of clear polyurethane to make it as glossy as you wish.
After finishing allow the tires to dry one day, or at least 10 hours before putting back on the car.
Ta da, you have an awesome set of rims, with one 100th of the price. Just make sure you take your time and never get too eager, and it will be beautiful.
What else can I help you with?
Will red paint mixed with brown paint make dark red?
no it will make dark brown depending on the quantity
Can you paint a dark fence with light paint?
Yes, if you paint multiple coats to prevent transparency.
Can you paint your car glow in the dark?
Yes you can .
When spray painting do you spray the light or the dark color first?
Typically, you would want to lay down the lightest colors on the canvas and then paint over the light colors with a darker color. It looks better because if you did it the opposite direction, the darker colors would still show through the lighter colors to a degree.
Can you paint white paint on brown primer?
Yes, you can because brown primer isn't that dark of a color.
What colour is excalibur?
It's a dark blue-grey, similar to gunmetal.
Is gunmetal-gray a light or dark color?
Gunmetal-gray is considered a dark color. It is a shade of gray that has a slightly metallic finish, giving it a darker and cooler tone.
Can you paint car rims?
yes you can
When was Gunmetal - PC - created?
Gunmetal - PC - was created in 1998.
How do you apply duco paint?
how do i mix duco paint to spray onto wheel rims
How do you get paint off the rims of a car?
You could remove them from the vehicle, dismount the tires and have the rims sand blasted.
Why are basketball rims orange?
because that's the color of the paint they put on them
What is the brown stuff on your rims and paint?
Dust off of brake pads
Is there a paint that glows in the dark that you can paint your walls?
I don't think so. You can look it up online.
What color do you get when you mix a little dark blue paint with dark green paint?
A dark, slightly bluish green. It will probably be a kind of evergreen color depending on the amounts of paint.
You have a Honda civic ex and would love to paint the rims red instead of buying high priced rims so where would be the best place to go and get red paint for rims?
Go to an automotive paint shop supplier that sells to body shops. They will be able to tell you exactly what kind of primer and paint will work best. It will probably be more expensive than paint you buy at a hardware store, but most car paint jobs last a very long time. As an alternative, go to a PEP Boys or other auto parts store that carries paint.
What are the positives of gunmetal?
Gunmetal is prized for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for various applications, including firearms, plumbing fittings, and decorative items. Its attractive, dark gray finish gives it a visually appealing aesthetic, often sought after in jewelry and hardware. Additionally, gunmetal offers good machinability, allowing for precise manufacturing processes. Its ability to withstand high temperatures and pressures further enhances its versatility in industrial use.
