I checked... He literally tapped it backing up. Its pea-sized, and didnt
even scratch the metal. Just tore the powdercoat off.

> wrote in message ...
>
> I'd be more concerned that the rim was straight after a curb hit. I dunno
> about you, but I like my rims as close to perfect when I am doing 100+...
>
> Spike wrote:
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>> Well, thinking about the paint used on brakes, and similar areas,
>> seems like it should, but you'd thing maybe there is a better way. Any
>> shops in your area that do powder coating? I'm in a pretty rural
>> area and there are a couple here (one only does powder coat, from
>> stripping to....). Just a thought you might explore.
>>
>> On Sat, 30 Apr 2005 23:35:55 -0400, <japhar81> wrote:
>>
>>
>>>Have the chance to pick up some powdercoated 18x10.5" wheels for pennies
>>>on the dollar ($600 total for a set of 4, with rubber). Only catch is,
>>>the guy scraped a curb, and theres a pea-sized chip in the powdercoat.
>>>Its not chipping around or anything, but it is silver (looks ugly, if you
>>>spot it). Anyone know if this is touch-up-able? If so, how does one do
>>>that? I was thinking some metal paint, but will that stand up to road
>>>wear-tear?
>>
>>
>> Hey! Spikey Likes IT!
>> 1965 Ford Mustang fastback 2+2 A Code 289 C4 Trac-Lok
>> Vintage Burgundy w/Black Standard Interior
>> Vintage 40 Wheels 16X8"
>> w/BF Goodrich Comp T/A Radial 225/50ZR16