Powder coat OT wheels (1 Viewer)

[chris.gio]

Don’t think I’ve seen any pics of this before, wanted to share.

I actually like the 18’s on my Earth OT+. But can’t understand the grey color. The grey looks good with a black or grey car but nothing on the Earth color is grey.

Interestingly, the center caps and lugs are black from the factory…. So it seems like black wheels were perhaps under consideration by Lexus at some point maybe.

I’m considering powder coating the brakes next. Couldn’t decide on color—maybe might try Earth brakes to match car. But maybe too loud. Could always go black for brakes.

Anyway, had my wheels powder coated black and really like them! If curious, cost was $875 including spare, removal, removing tires, powder coating, putting tires on & balancing and putting back on car. Took 3 business days. So far happy, would recommend shop (in Glendale AZ).

Some pics:

 

[Garauld]

Don't forget to paint the calipers too before the flimsy zinc coating starts to tarnish. I used an airbrush, some masking tape and some model airplane paint to do mine.

 

[Bluegill]

The black looks 100 times better!

 

[nartmot]

Definitely an improvement. Nice work!

 

[GX550Key]

Go to hear, been thinking about doing the same but silver. Old school.
Nice when it works out.

 

[Guest787]

Did mine a dark bronze with the same matte finish as the factory gunmetal color and I couldn’t be happier.

 

[jfalabrino]

Dark bronze is outstanding!

 

[YellowLab]

View attachment 13976Did mine a dark bronze with the same matte finish as the factory gunmetal color and I couldn’t be happier.

Nice patina there!

 

[katsumoto]

Can you apply protectant or ceramic coat to the OEM rims? I was told not to

 

[incognito.gx]

Don’t think I’ve seen any pics of this before, wanted to share.

I actually like the 18’s on my Earth OT+. But can’t understand the grey color. The grey looks good with a black or grey car but nothing on the Earth color is grey.

Interestingly, the center caps and lugs are black from the factory…. So it seems like black wheels were perhaps under consideration by Lexus at some point maybe.

I’m considering powder coating the brakes next. Couldn’t decide on color—maybe might try Earth brakes to match car. But maybe too loud. Could always go black for brakes.

Anyway, had my wheels powder coated black and really like them! If curious, cost was $875 including spare, removal, removing tires, powder coating, putting tires on & balancing and putting back on car. Took 3 business days. So far happy, would recommend shop (in Glendale AZ).

Some pics:

 

[wantsawoodsteeringwheel]

View attachment 13976Did mine a dark bronze with the same matte finish as the factory gunmetal color and I couldn’t be happier.

I know these say Toyota but not Lexus - but they should fit your wheels - Amazon.com: Toyota Bronze Heritage Center Cap, 84mm, Black Base, for 4Runner, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra, PT998-35221-5F : Automotive

 

[Guest787]

I know these say Toyota but not Lexus - but they should fit your wheels - Amazon.com: Toyota Bronze Heritage Center Cap, 84mm, Black Base, for 4Runner, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra, PT998-35221-5F : Automotive

Those are sweet! Thanks for the heads up!

 

[newlyn]

Did mine a dark bronze with the same matte finish as the factory gunmetal color and I couldn’t be happier.

That looks phenomenal. Can you post some close-up pics of the wheels?

 

[YellowLab]

That looks phenomenal. Can you post some close-up pics of the wheels?

I did the Rustoleum 7250830 Metallic Black Night on the center caps and lug

covers and it is an excellent match

 

[Guest787]

That looks phenomenal. Can you post some close-up pics of the wheels?

Thank you! Here are a couple of different angles and lightings.

 

[YellowLab]

View attachment 13976Did mine a dark bronze with the same matte finish as the factory gunmetal color and I couldn’t be happier.

Those look fantastic!

 

[Guest787]

Those look fantastic!

Thank you! That metallic black night is a perfect match. Looks great!

 

[DaveK]

Wow, these all look incredible.

 

[YellowLab]

Thank you! That metallic black night is a perfect match. Looks great!

Thanks! I waited until my 5K service and had the dealer pop the center caps so I could do the painting. So far it has held up well - no chips.

 

[deadlikeme]

Don’t think I’ve seen any pics of this before, wanted to share.

I actually like the 18’s on my Earth OT+. But can’t understand the grey color. The grey looks good with a black or grey car but nothing on the Earth color is grey.

Interestingly, the center caps and lugs are black from the factory…. So it seems like black wheels were perhaps under consideration by Lexus at some point maybe.

I’m considering powder coating the brakes next. Couldn’t decide on color—maybe might try Earth brakes to match car. But maybe too loud. Could always go black for brakes.

Anyway, had my wheels powder coated black and really like them! If curious, cost was $875 including spare, removal, removing tires, powder coating, putting tires on & balancing and putting back on car. Took 3 business days. So far happy, would recommend shop (in Glendale AZ).

Some pics:

This is an amazing-looking upgrade I didn't know I wanted. Thanks for spending my money.... : )