R33Keaton Posted March 13, 2013 Share Posted March 13, 2013 Hey guys, Got a set of 17inch gmax drift 6's, 8 inch front, 9 inch rear, which are currently off the car, the tyres, and have been sanded, fixed, and nearly ready to be painted. I was just going to paint them the same colour, but seeing as of late ive been going for a black and white theme to my car, im thinking of painting the rims a black, rather than gun metal again. Was just wondering what other people thought, and would like some opinions or ideas of other colours that may suit. Am also in the market for some black wheel nuts.Heres a few pictures. If someone could photoshop the rims black/a few other colours that would be much appreciated Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted March 13, 2013 Author Share Posted March 13, 2013 I think ive decided on black but need suggestions on what finish to go. Ie matte? gloss? metallic?If someone has the photoshop skills would appreciate the help as it would mean i could visualise thanks Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6782778 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMOKEYV35 Posted March 14, 2013 Share Posted March 14, 2013 Pretty sure black is going to look like the pics you already have in the shade. Do something new. Hammer-finish copper? Midori green metallic? Rays magnesium blue? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6783603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted March 14, 2013 Author Share Posted March 14, 2013 hrmmm... the thing is i was tossing up between gun metal or black, so i do want to keep it a darker colour. Thanks for your opinion though. And yes, the pics arent the best lighting-wise Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6783703 Share on other sites More sharing options...
enka Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 why not bronze? like te37 color? will look nice and ur susp is too high Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6797992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted March 29, 2013 Author Share Posted March 29, 2013 Yeah that's back when it had stock suspension aha Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6798316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robdabank Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 lime green on white look pretty epic Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6803682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR-N1 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Yes, my car isn't a R33, but it's still the same QM1 white paint; so.... * I wanted a genuine Nissan or Nismo colour * This colour rim is called Nismo Black * It's satin in texture (rather than gloss or matte) * The rims were powder-coated with a resin that resists dust accumulation * The job was done by Craved Coatings in Penrith * Black wheels on white paint can affect colour balance in photographs (as in my top photo) * Fill-in flash though creates a very nice effect as shown by Matt Everingham (as in the bottom photo) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6803812 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR-N1 Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 It's still possible to get Nismo wheel nuts. They can scratch easily - and it shows. Black RAYS Duralumin nuts are matte in texture. They still cost a lot. But 'copies' of those Duralumin nuts can be obtained on eBay probably at about $60 a set (including lock nuts). Genuine Duralumins or copies must not be tightened beyond 110Nm Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6803818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted April 4, 2013 Author Share Posted April 4, 2013 Yes, my car isn't a R33, but it's still the same QM1 white paint; so.... * I wanted a genuine Nissan or Nismo colour * This colour rim is called Nismo Black * It's satin in texture (rather than gloss or matte) * The rims were powder-coated with a resin that resists dust accumulation * The job was done by Craved Coatings in Penrith * Black wheels on white paint can affect colour balance in photographs (as in my top photo) * Fill-in flash though creates a very nice effect as shown by Matt Everingham (as in the bottom photo) Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6804308 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted April 4, 2013 Author Share Posted April 4, 2013 Very nice car Terry and thanks for your input. Where did you find the satin nismo black colour? And do you know where I can find the paint code? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6804312 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R33Keaton Posted April 4, 2013 Author Share Posted April 4, 2013 Quotation fail.. sorry I'm on my phone internet aha Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6804314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenCJR31 Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 paintem red. . everyone knows red (cars) are faster Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6804604 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redline_GTR Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 As with Terry's car ... black on white looks fantastic! Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6805075 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTR-N1 Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 Thanks Chris! I would email Chris Thomson CEO of Craved Coatings about the colour "Nismo Black". Yes, his name is Chris as well. [email protected] 02-47211254 His User Name on SAU is "Craved" Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/421575-what-colour-to-paint-my-rims/#findComment-6805864 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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