£120 + vat to paint a wheel, expensive????

[oldgreyandslow]

I've decided I need to get my wheels repainted, after my powder coat or paint post I think I'll go for paint.

Local to me is a bike paint shop. Altamura in Camberley, I e-mailed them for a price and they have replied

"Painting the wheels gives the wheels a much better finish rather than powder coating as sometimes the powder coating can go blotchy.

To paint the wheels in NH196 Ross White comes out at £120+ vat per wheel, this includes thorough preparation that is vital for a high quality finish and we also use a much harder lacquer on the wheels to protect the wheels and the paintwork thus creating a much smoother finish that looks stunning and also easier to clean your wheels with just soapy water.

You also have the choice of having your wheels with a painted pinstripe for an extra £20+ vat per wheel or to add a logo for example 'HRC' an extra £10+ vat per wheel.

If you can remove the bearings then this would be helpful but if its a problem we can remove them and replace them for you."

I think that seems more than a bit on the high side, compared to some prices other people mentioned before.

So the question really is, where can I get them done cheaper!

Cheers

[Drunkn Munky]

That is pricey dave but doesnt suprise me, most established paint sprayers charge the earth for anything these days. Im not sure what special laquer they use i thought 2k was about the best available???

When i paint them i get them blasted @ £10 per wheel, then flatten them off as blasting can sometimes leave them a bit rough, etch prime them, primer, paint then 2k laquer. NC wheels can be a pain sometimes as its hard to get the insides of the spokes smooth and flat but with a little time spent on them a good finish can be achieved.

I think £150 a set is reasonable although its hard to justify it to some as i can get them powder coated for £50 a set. Personally id still paint them tho, im not a fan of PC

[oldgreyandslow]

That is pricey dave but doesnt suprise me, most established paint sprayers charge the earth for anything these days. Im not sure what special laquer they use i thought 2k was about the best available???

When i paint them i get them blasted @ £10 per wheel, then flatten them off as blasting can sometimes leave them a bit rough, etch prime them, primer, paint then 2k laquer. NC wheels can be a pain sometimes as its hard to get the insides of the spokes smooth and flat but with a little time spent on them a good finish can be achieved.

I think £150 a set is reasonable although its hard to justify it to some as i can get them powder coated for £50 a set. Personally id still paint them tho, im not a fan of PC

That price was £120 a wheel, not a pair! +VAT = nearly £300 fecking quid.

BTW its Steve not Dave

[Hadies]

Far too expensive. You're looking at around that price for a set of wheels done.

[Drunkn Munky]

Sorry steve I see old grey and slow and just thought of dave lol

[arsey30]

Cheeky bugger,
I am old, white, and slow
Dave.

[arsey30]

Steve,
I am not keen on powder coat for major items but if cost is an issue then try Aurora in Ash vale, they are reasonable.

Dave. Old white and slow.

[lizard821000]

dear as fook, dont do it. your looking at roughly, 100 a set to either PC or 2K and that would include prep imo too. was that 120 a wheel too?

[oldgreyandslow]

Sorry steve I see old grey and slow and just thought of dave lol

No worries Fred

Where can I get my wheels painted for £100 to £150 for the pair, as everyone seems to suggest that's the going rate?

[Drunkn Munky]

Sorry steve I see old grey and slow and just thought of dave lol

No worries Fred

Where can I get my wheels painted for £100 to £150 for the pair, as everyone seems to suggest that's the going rate?

Me although to be honest steve time is a issue for me at the moment and i couldnt commit to doing anything right now. Ring around some local paintshops im certain your find someone to do them at a reasonable price.

Tony AKA Fred