Revitalize Your Ride: Automotive Powder Coating Services for Rims and Calipers
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Your vehicle is an extension of your personality. Whether you drive a rugged off-road truck, a sleek sports car, or a vintage classic, the condition of your wheels and trim speaks volumes. Unfortunately, wheels are the most abused part of any vehicle. They sit inches from the ground, subjected to brake dust, road salt, gravel, and extreme heat.
If your rims are curbed, scratched, or peeling, professional powder coating services are the ultimate solution. At Rusty Lions, we specialize in taking tired automotive parts and making them look better than showroom new.
Why Rims Need Powder Coating Factory clear coats on alloy wheels eventually fail. Once moisture gets under the clear coat, “filiform corrosion” begins—those white, worm-like lines that ruin the look of the wheel.Powder coating services address this by stripping the wheel down to bare metal via sandblasting. This removes all old paint and corrosion. The new powder coat is then applied and cured. Because the powder melts into a dense, uniform layer, it seals the alloy completely.
• Brake Dust Resistance: The slick surface of a powder-coated wheel makes it much easier to clean off corrosive brake dust.
• Chip Resistance: Powder coating is flexible enough to handle the vibration and minor impacts of daily driving without cracking.
Brake Calipers: The Detail That Matters Nothing ruins the look of a nice set of open-spoke rims like rusty, dirty brake calipers peeking through. Many car enthusiasts try to paint their calipers with high-temp spray paint, but it rarely lasts. Brake fluid is highly corrosive to paint, and the extreme heat cycles eventually cause flaking. Our powder coating services for calipers involve masking off critical areas (pistons, bleeders) and applying a specialized high-temp powder. The result is a glossy, vibrant caliper (Red, Yellow, Blue, or Custom) that withstands heat and brake fluid, adding a pop of color that highlights your performance setup.
The Customization Potential Automotive powder coating services aren’t just about restoration; they are about customization.
• Blackout Packages: Transform your stock silver wheels into a menacing Gloss Black or Satin Black.
• Color Matching: Match your rims to your body paint or choose a contrasting accent color.
• Two-Tone Effects: We can do custom masking to create unique visual effects.
The Process at Rusty Lions We don’t cut corners. Our automotive process is rigorous:
- Tire Removal: We dismount tires safely.
- Chemical Strip & Sandblast: We remove the old finish completely.
- Repair: We can smooth out curb rash and minor imperfections.
- Pre-Treatment: We apply a conversion coating to ensure maximum adhesion.
- Coating & Curing: The powder is applied and baked.
- Mount & Balance: We remount your tires, ensuring they are balanced and ready to drive.
Conclusion Don’t let corroded wheels drag down the appearance of your car. Whether you are looking to increase the resale value or just want to turn heads at the next car meet, Rusty Lions offers the automotive powder coating services you need. Durable, beautiful, and custom—your ride deserves nothing less.