How to Spraypaint Your Rims

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How to Spraypaint Your Rims

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This instrucatble will explain the detailed instructions to spraypainting your vehicle's rims the color you desire. Included is all the necesary preparation, as well as execution and clean-up.

Preparation

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Make sure the weather is nice. Temperature should be between 60 and 80 degrees with minimal humidity.

DO NOT paint in the rain.

Make sure you have a clean work area to put your car

Make sure your emergency brake is pulled and jack up your car under the engine.

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Place two jack stands under each tire suspension. (Make sure it is the frame)

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Remove the front tires

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Bring the tires to a hose-accessible area

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Rinse off the rims.

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Use a sponge and dish soap to scrub the rims.

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Rinse again.

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Take 600 grit sandpaper and lightly sand the rims, even the crevices.

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Rinse off once again.

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Use masking tape and newspaper to cover the tire, exposing only the rims.

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Use a can of HIGH HEAT primer and evenly coat the rims.

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Let the rims dry for 30 minutes.

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Use a can of your desired color and spray lightly and evenly on the rims.

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Let dry for 30 minutes and repeat step 13, then let dry for another 30 and repaint.

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Once three coats are on the rims, you can remove the newspaper and tape and let dry until dry to the touch

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Put the rims back on carefully and set the car down.

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Jack up the rear of the car, remove the rear tires, and repeat steps 4 through 16.