Rob0381 Posted June 12, 2019 Report Share Posted June 12, 2019 I am having a problem with two of the factory 21 inch wheels on my 15 sport, paint flaking off. I have never hit anything or curb-checked them so it’s extremely frustrating to see the paint essentially falling off. I had an Altima with factory 18 in wheels, which I had powder coated gloss black and they looked fantastic. I was going to leave them as is, but with the paint coming off I am thinking of doing the same with these 21’s. I have read about some issues with the previous edge sport 22 in wheels cracking/breaking. My question is...is anyone aware of these same type of issues with the 21’s? The last thing I want to do is cause problems by powder coating if there’s already some known issues with the strength of the wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special_K Posted June 13, 2019 Report Share Posted June 13, 2019 (edited) Larger wheels usually crack and brake due to a lower sidewall tire used and thus they are more prone to coming in contract with potholes and sharp edges. we have many folks on here that have bent the 21's. I have a nice set of 20's with new rubber if you are looking for an alternative. Edited June 13, 2019 by Special_K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob0381 Posted June 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 14, 2019 On 6/13/2019 at 9:25 AM, Special_K said: Larger wheels usually crack and brake due to a lower sidewall tire used and thus they are more prone to coming in contract with potholes and sharp edges. we have many folks on here that have bent the 21's. I have a nice set of 20's with new rubber if you are looking for an alternative. I appreciate the offer, but I’m gonna stick with the 21’s. I’m mostly concerned with putting the wheels through the powder coating process and wether or not they can stand up to the heat when they’re baked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drm1harley Posted July 6, 2019 Report Share Posted July 6, 2019 Same year and wheel size and yes same flaking issue. Anyone have good options on how to refurbish to match original? Only one wheel is flaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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