My Mojave Wheels - paint or not? (need your opinion)

[JarHeadLV]

I appreciate everyone's opinion. I TRIED to paint the "beadlock" but to mask off the tire and rim was just too difficult.- to do and look good. Ideally, I was trying to avoid removing all 4 tires (dismount, then re mount) at the expense of like $400 total, then somehow have my truck sitting on blocks for 2, 3, 4 days while actually getting painted or powdercoated for another $800 and then re installed. Im going to just LEAVE IT ALONE.

Eventually I might just buy another rim if it "eats" at me. I certainly dont hate the current look, I just love the beadlock a different color.

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[WILDHOBO]

I appreciate everyone's opinion. I TRIED to paint the "beadlock" but to mask off the tire and rim was just too difficult.- to do and look good. Ideally, I was trying to avoid removing all 4 tires (dismount, then re mount) at the expense of like $400 total, then somehow have my truck sitting on blocks for 2, 3, 4 days while actually getting painted or powdercoated for another $800 and then re installed. Im going to just LEAVE IT ALONE.

Eventually I might just buy another rim if it "eats" at me. I certainly dont hate the current look, I just love the beadlock a different color.

Can you just do one at a time? Put the spare on, do the ring removal and paint yourself, and rotate?

 

[OffAxis2021]

Say no to more orange!

 

[JarHeadLV]

Can you just do one at a time? Put the spare on, do the ring removal and paint yourself, and rotate?

That's actually a good idea - it does alleviate my "where does my truck sit on jacks for "x" days dilemma, but I decided it wasn't worth the cost to take off / put back on tire, rebalance and powder coat is still like $1,400

 

[WILDHOBO]

That's actually a good idea - it does alleviate my "where does my truck sit on jacks for "x" days dilemma, but I decided it wasn't worth the cost to take off / put back on tire, rebalance and powder coat is still like $1,400

Do you really need to rebalance if you just lay it down, remove the ring, and don’t move it? Then you could just use paint and tons of clear coat. Not pushing. I just like this kind of thing.

 

[WILDHOBO]

Do you really need to rebalance if you just lay it down, remove the ring, and don’t move it? Then you could just use paint and tons of clear coat. Not pushing. I just like this kind of thing.

I’m just about done with powder coating items that get scratched, personally. The first scratch kills the powder coat. Paint is easier to touch up in my opinion. And it’s way cheaper.

 

[WILDHOBO]

I’m just about done with powder coating items that get scratched, personally. The first scratch kills the powder coat. Paint is easier to touch up in my opinion. And it’s way cheaper.

And some wheel manufacturers, including Method, will void wheel warranties if they’re powder coated. The heat can affect the strength of the wheel.

 

[JarHeadLV]

Do you really need to rebalance if you just lay it down, remove the ring, and don’t move it? Then you could just use paint and tons of clear coat. Not pushing. I just like this kind of thing.

My wheels are not real bead locks, so would have to dismount and remount tires to powedercoat for the "beadlock" look

 

[WILDHOBO]

My wheels are not real bead locks, so would have to dismount and remount tires to powedercoat for the "beadlock" look

Ah. So it’s not a removable rash ring either?

 

[JarHeadLV]

Ah. So it’s not a removable rash ring either?

correct, 1 piece wheel

 

[WILDHOBO]

correct, 1 piece wheel

Oh well. That is a tough masking job. I definitely wouldn’t powder coat them due to warranty issues, depending on vendor.

 

[JarHeadLV]

Oh well. That is a tough masking job. I definitely wouldn’t powder coat them due to warranty issues, depending on vendor.

YES, masking was almost impossible. If not powdercoat, then what would you recommend if I decide to go down this path?

 

[WILDHOBO]

YES, masking was almost impossible. If not powdercoat, then what would you recommend if I decide to go down this path?

Masking and painting unfortunately. Try a plastic bag over the whole tire and tape for the last inch or so.

 

[JarHeadLV]

Masking and painting unfortunately. Try a plastic bag over the whole tire and tape for the last inch or so.

Appreciate the info, but Im done trying!!!

 

[toddarama]

I'd leave the wheels in the as-is color and maybe have add orange pinstripes around the inside and outside of the simulated beadlock ring. That should give you a pop of color without being as in-your-face as the full orange ring.

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