How to paint Alloy wheels?

[TurboWhistle]

I heard that you don't need to sand it down. Just clean.. then prime.. then paint.. Is it true? Planning on painting my Proline Alloy Wheels.

 

[tweety2300]

You should always sand them to remove any coating that may be there along with any un evenness.

 

[BOOSTR]

You should definitely use a 3M scuff pad(fine or med) to prepare the surface for adhesion. First clean off all of the road tar, wax grease etc. Then scuff the surface. Wash or wipe off with a clean lint free cloth. Anything left on the surface will show and impact the cure of the paint. Lack of prep work is just a waste of time, money and paint.

 

[CiviCity]

Well im going to follow this for my racingharts this sunmer

www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123668132-How-To-Repair-curb-rash-and-paint-rims

 

[mihulka3]

sandblast rims with 600 grit media

2k primer then base coat 3x then clear 3x

 

[mihulka3]

Blast with tires on or off rim.