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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 12:57 PM
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Freshly Dipped Wheels



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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 01:12 PM
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looks good. did u hit it with some glossy dip or clear? makes it shinier and less prone to brake dust.
 
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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by xxryu139x
looks good. did u hit it with some glossy dip or clear? makes it shinier and less prone to brake dust.
Thanks...no i just left 'em matte black.
 
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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 04:02 PM
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Looks good. How many coats?
 
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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 04:05 PM
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Looks good. How many coats?
thanks. about 5 coats per wheel. it's pretty easy to - do. just gotta wait about 20 min after ea. coat so it takes a while
 
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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 04:08 PM
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Yeah iv'e done it before. I did one can per two wheels. Stayed on all winter. I also did the front lip due to scratches and it came out pretty nice.
 
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Old Jul 26, 2013 | 09:54 PM
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Yours turned out well.
 
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