Glossary / General

powdercoated

16 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Powder coating is a tough paint process where parts are coated and then baked to harden. It’s popular on wheels because it holds up well against road grime and chips.

Technical Definition

Powder coating is a durable surface finish applied as a dry powder that’s cured with heat. It’s commonly used on wheels and brackets because it resists chipping and corrosion better than many paint jobs.

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"Soanyway, all I powdercoated the uh uh valve cover, cleaned the engine left. I want it to kind of look rubber clean, not you know driver."
Why Community Makes Car Culture Last - Tailpipes & Tacos in Beaumont In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 10:13

"Although I have seen some mobile guys, I think they're wrapping their game now on types of equipment they're carrying on their vans. But a lot of modern wheels will be baked in an oven. So if..."
Asking The Detailing Experts Anything! (Live Forum with Garage Therapy) 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 55:38

"Here's where I get to the question, right? Here's the point of the question is he goes, Hey, this wheel is powder coated. I go, Oh, I said, Listen, I'm gonna pull a Nick Walters move right here."
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