Powder Coating Rims

[rcman989]

So I can get 4 rims powder coated for $20 where I work. After reading around online I found some concerns about heating the rims up actually making them brittle and easier to break. Well I have steel rims and know that during the powder coating process they will be heated up to 430F for 18 minutes. Has anyone had there rims powder coated and had a problem with this?

 

[ndians68]

we had some rims powder coated, they seem to still be good, havent got them on any tires yet due to we are waiting to finish off the tires that or on our truck, or to get our lift

 

[rcman989]

we had some rims powder coated, they seem to still be good, havent got them on any tires yet due to we are waiting to finish off the tires that or on our truck, or to get our lift

Are they steel?

 

[BHBurban]

Steel wheels have been powdercoated for years. There won't be a problem.
(yes, I have had them too)

 

[ndians68]

i dont remember, i believe they are aluminum, but im not 100 percent sure

 

[Fobroader]

My only problem with powdercoating is how easy it chips, I wouldnt worry about the structural integrity.

 

[rcman989]

I am not too worried about the chipping. I am having them powder coated at BOSS Snowplows, and I am sure they receivers of the plows see more stones and scratches than the rims will.