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Has anyone Powdercoated the OEM TRD wheels?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Dguy, Jan 8, 2017.

  1. Jan 8, 2017 at 8:08 AM
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    Dguy

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    I had my 2nd gen ones done and was actually very happy with the outcome. I looked for pics of the newer wheels PC but can't seem to find any? Even dipped just to see what they look like?
     
  2. Jan 8, 2017 at 10:17 AM
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  3. Jan 8, 2017 at 10:24 AM
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    Right on......those look good......but I was hoping to see the 17".
    Thanks
     
  4. Jan 8, 2017 at 10:28 AM
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  5. Jan 8, 2017 at 10:30 AM
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    That's what I was looking for.....thanks!
    Much appreciated.
     
  6. Jan 8, 2017 at 10:36 AM
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    No what?

    I'm not dipping mine but I may consider powder coating. I prefer the all black to the contrast.
     
  8. Jan 8, 2017 at 11:24 AM
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    To the title
     
  9. Jan 8, 2017 at 11:31 PM
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    nothing yet, just tacked on the all weathertech mats and using the free factory cover on the back of it
    I've been thinking about the exact same thing.
     
  10. Jan 9, 2017 at 12:34 AM
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    Im not powdercoaitng the TRD wheels, but instead I ordered 4Runner Trail Edition wheels and I'm getting them powdercoated before the dealership PDI's my truck. I'll have a picture of them on the truck in 2 weeks time

    IIRC Toyota powdercoats the factory wheels, or at least that's what my powdercoater told me when he took a look at mine. A shop may charge more for them to remove the original finish so they get proper coverage.
     
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    nothing yet, just tacked on the all weathertech mats and using the free factory cover on the back of it
    I was thinking of getting those trail wheels coated too.. There's a few sets on CL for under 300
    looking forward to your pictures
     
  12. Jan 15, 2017 at 11:05 AM
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    got my wheels back on saturday. My 4runner pro center caps are on the way. I'll have pictures of them on the truck on the 22nd.
    edit: if you cant tell from the picture, they're flat black. the guy did an amazing job




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    I'm interested in doing this with my OR wheels. I just haven't found a set of aftermarket wheels that really 'move the weenie'. You mind sharing what it cost you to have the set done?
     
  14. Jan 15, 2017 at 3:40 PM
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    took some more pictures. dont mind my soccer ball slippers
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    I paid $500 for all 4. Basically because the factory finish had powdercoat, clearcoat AND a machined face, he had to blast off the clear, burn off the old powdercoat and make sure the face was smooth and the machine lines wouldn't show through the powder. a little pricey but it'll hold up a lot better than paint, and you can buff out scuffs with ease.
     
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    Which rims are those?
     
  16. Jan 15, 2017 at 3:43 PM
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    Looks great
     
  18. Jan 15, 2017 at 4:03 PM
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    Subscribed. Really want to see these on the truck. They look great. What model/color do you have?
     
  19. Jan 15, 2017 at 4:05 PM
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    picking up the truck this coming sunday, Inferno OR DCSB.

    back on topic though, powdercoat is more much more expensive than paint but also a lot stronger. It should hold up to trails a lot better than paint would.
     
  20. Jan 15, 2017 at 4:32 PM
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    Thanks. That's the ballpark I was expecting.
     

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