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Old 07-06-2009, 11:20 PM   #11
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Originally Posted by trix View Post
ive seen/had powder coating for £3o per wheel and watched it fall off in 6 months like everything you get what you pay for, if its done right duke wheels have to be dipped as the coating is very hard then once stripped properly they should be coated (zinc) then powder coated and top coated. it takes hours of work. Like i said you get what you pay for if you want a rolex watch that works you wont get it for a fiver but you will get a watch that pretends to be one for a while until it stops.
I'd disagree with that.

I use Trestan Finishers in Southampton who charge between £25 and £30 per wheel and do a cracking job. I've had 7 wheels done over the last 5 years and every one still looks good. Unless you're looking for a show winning finish then powder coating is more than adequate
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