Rally Wheel Paint

[billysbowties]

I know somebody on here knows the best spray paint (rattle can) that is used on the truck rally wheels. I am trying to redo mine and would like to know what every body uses and likes the best. Thanks

[baclay9]

I used "Argent Silver" from Eastwood. It is a perfect match and comes out awesome. I also clear coated mine.


By claypool782 at 2011-08-01


By claypool782 at 2011-08-04

[Keith Seymore]

I use Duplicolor code FM149.

K

[billysbowties]

Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

I use Duplicolor code FM149.

K

I can't find the FM149 paint code even on there web site, does it have a particular name or is it in a specific catagory. I like your color the best because its a brighter silver.

[old Rusty C10]

they make a specific spray for wheels and rim and it is argent i dont recall the brand but they sell it at virtually every chain auto parts ive ever been in

[melks]

yea argent silver is the correct color code...alot of guys manage to use other silvers from various companies and still pull off the original look. Im currently waiting on a couple cans of argent silver and clear from eastwood at the moment, ill post pictures once my wheels are refinished.

[buffle]

I use Krylon Dull Aluminum, I think it looks better than Argent Silver. And it doesn`t flake or peel, and is cheaper.

[rwhit57]

I use Plasti-Kote wheel paint and the color is Steel Wheels #618. It is extremely durable and looks just like the factory Argent Silver.

[billysbowties]

Thanks to everyone, I always used argent for my other rallye wheels (the small bolt pattern,camaros,novas,etc.) but I didn't know it was the correct paint for the truck wheels. Thanks again

[truckfan]

Originally Posted by rwhit57

I use Plasti-Kote wheel paint and the color is Steel Wheels #618. It is extremely durable and looks just like the factory Argent Silver.

Just painted mine with this "Steel" color. off the truck, the color and finish look great. will post pics when all mounted up.

[HotRodScottsdale]

Is there a standard color for rally rims? I got a set with my truck but they were painted to match the truck, wouldn't mind pickin up another set and paint them the original colors to just have with the other sets of rims I got, got more shoes for my truck then my self
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[melks]

argent silver

[truckfan]

all done. my 10 year old loves to help. Looks pretty good for rattle can.

[truckfan]

better picture

[77BBGMC]

Originally Posted by truckfan

better picture

Looks good!
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[BigMike608]

Originally Posted by truckfan

better picture

gorgeous truck!

[Lost81c10]

Originally Posted by truckfan

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Truckfan, how has the rusto paint heald up after two yes? I am in the middle of the same process for my wheels and grille and trting to figure out what paint to use. Thanks for your input.

[kcsa75]

I went the Krylon-Rustoleum route when refinished my rallys.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522012

[nascarmikeb]

I plan on doing my rims on 87 GMC same as these. What was the prep work? I plan on sanding smooth, then did anyone use primer? and then paint? Just want to do it right. These rims look great by the way.

Mike

[75C10]

I use red scotchbrite to prep the wheel (works better than sand paper) then wipe off spray argent silver. Little masking tape doesn't hurt.

[87Flh]

Rustoleum chrome paint

[blindbug]

Duplicolor HPW101 Silver works great. Get (2) cans of primer, (2) cans of the base silver, and (1) or (2) cans of gloss clear coat. The rear of the wheel should be black. The 'base' of the center cap is supposed to be the same silver as the wheel, though I actually polished the whole center cap when I did mine. I used Duplicolor wheel paint (which should stand up to the chemicals a little better).

The steps I used:

1. Cleaned the wheels with a pressure washer and some degreaser.
2. Removed the wheel weights and sanded with 220 grit sandpaper with particular focus on rust spots and pitted areas. I sanded until I could close my eyes and run my hand across it without feeling any transition.
3. Cleaned the wheel with mineral spirits and sanded again, making sure it was smooth. It's ok if you reach bare metal.
4. Cleaned the wheels and the tires with mineral spirits and masked the wheel from the tire.
5. Cleaned the wheel one last time with a tack cloth and mineral spirits.
6. 2 light, and then 1 medium coat of wheel primer, allowing 10 minutes between each coat
7. 15 minutes after the primer, 3 light coats then 1 medium coat of base color with 10 minutes between each coat.
8. 15 minutes after the base, 2 light coats then 1 medium coat of gloss coat with 10 minutes between each coat.
9. Waited a day or 2 before crying while putting on the beauty rings, which scratch up all your had work.