marzman Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Hey guys, Finally finished painting my stock JDM's, and am very happy with the results...! See the progress thread here: http://www.350z-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=61&t=21148 Now, i know these are only 17's, and that i now REALLY need spacers and lowering, but im actually really happy with them! For those that dont know, i've taken my 19" Wolfrace rims off because they wobble quite badly when over 85mph, which was irritating the hell out of me. I'll be sticking them on eBay soon! So, although i've got smaller wheels, i can now enjoy driving again!! In terms of work, they took me about 30 hours to do, incl prep etc... and £42 in paint, masking tape, and wet/dry paper! Here's the pics... (i've not washed my car - just took it to the usual spot i take pics at!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks OK i guess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srobrien Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 they look great mate, very professional looking. R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 They look awesome. Tiny, but awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanS16 Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 They are mint Look really really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MITZ@CougarStore Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Nice work... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinmac Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks like you have done a great job there bud. As far as I can see they look at least as good as the other wheels on your car. Hope you get a good price for the others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richt Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Looks like a pro job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Good job, well done, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Splendid work Marz how much would you charge to do mine Needs lowering and spacing without a doubt BTW where did you get those LED front reflectors from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixy Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 despite the fact that I hate black wheels full stop no matter what they're on or how much they cost I think the job you have done on those would put a professional to shame. You should be really proud of those! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 despite the fact that I hate black wheels full stop no matter what they're on or how much they cost I think the job you have done on those would put a professional to shame. You should be really proud of those! Said like a true Mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixy Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 haven't you got a nappy to change? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 haven't you got a nappy to change? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 haven't you got a nappy to change? Not till about 2am hopefully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marzman Posted April 11, 2009 Author Share Posted April 11, 2009 Cheers for the comments folks! Its been great working on them and i really did work my ass off!! The finish on the black is excellent, but up close the red isnt perfect as you can imagine... although you do have to be within a meter to see it. Coverage is good but there are a couple of areas where the edges are just off. GT4 - i got the lights from Delsa Motorsport in the states, but Paul T on here is custom making them now i think ...but i dont fancy doing your wheels - the missus will kill me...! I've had mine in my lounge for 2 weeks As for my other wheels... Martin, can you PM me what u ended up getting for your rims please...? they were Ruff Racing werent they? Mine have only done about 4k miles on the FK452's so they've got to be worth something! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Very nice and superb job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Like the look of them mate. I might even be tempted by the red lip lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunset350z Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Excellent job Marz looks Is that satin black on the wheels?, and how did you paint the red around the rim? masked and sprayed, or by using a pinstriping brush? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H5 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Nice one, and something different too that looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digsy Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Look good, mate. Try some spacers - a cheap mod which can be sold on if you upgrade the wheels again later. It'll really improve the look and you may decide that lowering isn't "essential". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Looking good. I like that look! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marzman Posted April 12, 2009 Author Share Posted April 12, 2009 Excellent job Marz looks Is that satin black on the wheels?, and how did you paint the red around the rim? masked and sprayed, or by using a pinstriping brush? Paint is actually standard Halfords Gloss black... but you're right it does look satin which im pleased with...! The red stripe was painted by hand with a small brush, using masking tape on the tyre side and pvc electrical tape on the wheel as its flexible enough to curve when you apply it...! Digsy - spacers and maybe springs are next on my list. Will need to sell my old wheels to pay for them though so may be a while yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathys Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Looks really good! Well done . If you ever wanna switch back to bigger wheels, these will be great winter wheels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cara Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 They look really good, well worth the effort. And it's always a good feeling to know you've done it all yourself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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