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Painted my Chrome Clad Rims

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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 08:00 PM
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black shadow i like your **** !!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 10:10 PM
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Those look better than I would have though...good job
 
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 10:17 PM
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You should for sure post a pic when you get them mounted on your truck!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 11:38 PM
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looks good!
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:06 AM
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Thank you everyone!! Lets me know that I should get these on quicker lol.

As for the DIY by Teach here: https://dodgeforum.com/forum/3rd-gen...20s-black.html

Just a few differences if you have the Chrome clad (no need to paint the backside)
1. I made sure the rims were cleaned before they were sanded
2. I used a fine 320 grit sand paper
3. I sanded the clad until there was no shine or really dull
4. Then I cleaned them with a cleaner (Simple Green)
5. I sprayed about 5-6 layers on my wheel

Just a question I should be fine if I did not use a clear coat correct. Did not want to much shine!! Hopefully I can get these on this weekend and once thank you everyone!
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:18 AM
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I would use a clear coat for sure. You can get a flat clear coat. The clear will hopefully protect the paint from the road acid/salt/etc
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:22 AM
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If you used the dupli-color product and did not do the clear right away, you need to wait 7 days before you add any per the back of the can. Just don't want them to ge ruined. I did mine the day beforeyesterday as well!!
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:24 AM
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They came out looking great man. If I was you I would put clear on them, it is going to give the paint a little extra protection.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:28 AM
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those wheels came out sweet.always liked those.
 
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by rbeard79
If you used the dupli-color product and did not do the clear right away, you need to wait 7 days before you add any per the back of the can. Just don't want them to ge ruined. I did mine the day beforeyesterday as well!!
I think it said 5 the last time I checked but I will certainly put some flat clear coat this weekend before I mount them. Thanks for the advice....
 
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