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Old 09-28-2009, 07:47 PM   #1
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Default How to paint rims and calipers plz help!!!

hi i just got a scion tc flint mica and i wanted to paint my rims black with no gloss like New%20Image%20ti%2017.jpg and also paint my calipers red. does anyone knw how or know a link in which i could learn from. i have never painted rims or even a wall before so please include every little detail thank you
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You might want to check these out for the rims....

http://scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=117853
http://scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157609
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http://scionlife.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129169
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Very very easy bro......In the process of painting my rims for the 3rd time.....Goin with red. Just follow the links posted above and you'll be in good shape. But go here for the caliper paint.......painted 5 cars with this kit and it's the best out there.....http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_trk...All-Categories
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thanks everyone but how often do i need to repaint them? once i paint my stock rims there is no way to get it back to normal?
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repaint when they mess up or u want to change the color. and no once they are painted, they cant go back. i painted my aftermarket wheels.
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