How to paint wheels using Dupli-Color to achieve a nice finish

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  • @solanogonzalez823
    @solanogonzalez823 Рік тому +2

    I really want to thank you for making this videos doing this projects on a budget. I work really hard but don't always have the money to spare to do high end jobs or pay someone to do this things for me. You make this fun and gratifying... I've learned a lot watching your videos so thank you! God bless...

  • @jonalarcon8564
    @jonalarcon8564 5 років тому +4

    I am a van gogh of the spray can and this is some of the best spray paint I ever used it's great on engine blocks and on rims

  • @jimbo5635
    @jimbo5635 5 років тому +2

    That sander is doing good. They should sponsor you! Wheels look great. Keep doing what you love and more success will come your way.

  • @ratasfamily3571
    @ratasfamily3571 5 років тому +6

    Amazing work! Is 2 AM for me and is worth it , Thax for all you videos, always a honest and cheap ways to put your car in style. P.S dont see the like in the description.

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Rata's Family Sorry it’s there now.

    • @Letstalkmedia2025
      @Letstalkmedia2025 3 місяці тому

      @@ratasfamily3571 believe it or not 🚫 but it's actually 2:00 a.m. in the morning now 5 years later and I'm watching the video LOL

  • @Mike-pu3ot
    @Mike-pu3ot 5 років тому +2

    Looks great really looks like a new car and wheels great job

  • @DCopp
    @DCopp 5 років тому +1

    Duplicolor nozzles are the greatest. With 1 coat primer and base, if you get a bad tire guy, that paint is toast...

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Snake Doc right I have been a tire tech for years I prefer to do them myself

  • @workingmansrestorations7071
    @workingmansrestorations7071 5 років тому +2

    Looks good. I will look into what colors they have. I might paint just the inside of my blazer wheels... They are peeling real bad. Maybe a dark charcoal grey... I didn't know thwy made wheel paint.

  • @elvergudo6846
    @elvergudo6846 5 років тому +2

    They came out very nice 😎i like the color also and keep up the good work

  • @pab1it05
    @pab1it05 4 роки тому +1

    Bra, amazing job on your rims, they look amazing! solid upgrade! keep it up!

  • @AndrewDoesLife
    @AndrewDoesLife 5 років тому +3

    I think it would be cool to paint the calipers the same shade of purple as the bumpers plug things. Would be a nice contrast behind the gold wheels as well

  • @twub7877
    @twub7877 5 років тому +1

    Looks clean nice job works well with new paint color

  • @omarelbori
    @omarelbori 5 років тому +2

    Civic is coming together man. Looking good!!

  • @MrMoz0887
    @MrMoz0887 5 років тому +1

    My love for gold alloys continue. Good job

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      MrMoz0887 Heck Yea 💪🏻

  • @caseywilliams8082
    @caseywilliams8082 5 років тому +3

    Woah man that is clean AF!

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Thanks i think they look way better :D

  • @rodin.perez.3179
    @rodin.perez.3179 5 років тому +1

    Those wheels looks great.. nice video amigo, I enjoyed the video.. 👏

  • @LazosDeBendicion
    @LazosDeBendicion 5 років тому +1

    Was waiting for the video of the day before going bed :P

  • @roderickdewberry9753
    @roderickdewberry9753 5 років тому +2

    Outstanding job, once again. Keep up the good work.

  • @rubenelizalde9354
    @rubenelizalde9354 4 роки тому +4

    What sanding grit would you recommend for an OEM wheel without curb rash? I just wanna do a color change.

  • @danielsgarage4476
    @danielsgarage4476 5 років тому +1

    It looks really good on the car and once you add the red calipers it will look really nice

  • @cbarr0288
    @cbarr0288 5 років тому +2

    Lose the chrome center cap and it looks much better bro nice job 👍

  • @jocelynjossyayala2943
    @jocelynjossyayala2943 5 років тому +2

    You make painting so easy.... I want to give a try.😂

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +2

      Jocelyn Jossy Ayala Do it Jocelyn no risk no reward.

  • @zachm611
    @zachm611 5 років тому +1

    Man that looks really good! Nice colors!

  • @bazilwreckerloughead
    @bazilwreckerloughead 5 років тому +1

    Those wheels turned out great.I painted the wheels on one of my cars (2005 Ford Five Hundred), first rose gold for a while, then light blue (the car is greay), for masking off my air stems I used big straws.

  • @miguetdmz
    @miguetdmz Рік тому

    Hello, could you please share with us if the primer help to improve the adherence of the over time? Or it didn't help at all? Thanks

  • @Rlinsenbach
    @Rlinsenbach 5 років тому +6

    Gonna try this on my spare set of GSR mesh Integra rims. Gotta work up the courage to attempt this on my Enkei RSV's

  • @TheCulture
    @TheCulture 5 років тому +9

    You should try a 16$ harbor freight spray gun in one of your future videos. They have great deals and I think there having a promo for 20% off.

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +2

      The Culture I have owned one for many years lol 😂 I planed on it though.

    • @TheCulture
      @TheCulture 5 років тому +2

      Moore Motorsports James Dguy *I just ordered one today and got it for 9$. I’m going to be painting my 2005 Honda Accord soon. I look forward to seeing you use it in one of your videos soon. I could use some tips! Also great job on the car so far. Rims look really good!*

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      The Culture Thanks and defiantly be on the look out.

  • @depresionymas.9260
    @depresionymas.9260 5 років тому +2

    I dont know if you tough about it but you easily buy in cars trougth Craigslist for cheap ,fix them and sell them one at a Time stick to hondas only they sell fast.

  • @beggottenson1869
    @beggottenson1869 5 років тому +6

    Please make a how to paint calipers video you’re awesome I’ve subbed

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +2

      Beggotten Son Thanks and will do!

  • @matster4160
    @matster4160 5 років тому +1

    I can't remember, have you done any repainting on interior plastics video, s

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +2

      Matthew aspbury Not yet but it’s coming soon enough

  • @morgantran7097
    @morgantran7097 2 роки тому

    Do you know the model of those wheels I have the same set, but I wanna know what enkei calls them

  • @Muffin192213
    @Muffin192213 Рік тому

    Is it possible to leave the wheels on and get good results?

  • @SanchezRivera13
    @SanchezRivera13 5 років тому +3

    Came out nice bro 👍🏽

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Smoke Jumper Thank you

  • @jackiecarpenter7747
    @jackiecarpenter7747 5 років тому

    I'm doing vht spray paint, how should I apply clear coat when the paint is completely dry? Should I apply more paint to let the clear have something to tack too?

  • @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS
    @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS 5 років тому +1

    Nice! What grit of sand paper would you say is closest to the scotch brite you finished with? Can't find a solid answer online

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      BLUEFEATHEREDOLIVES I would say 220-320

    • @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS
      @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS 5 років тому +1

      @@JamesDguy ok because I did all my sanding with 220. Wasn't sure if I should do it all again with ~400

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      BLUEFEATHEREDOLIVES 400 would really make it even better though

    • @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS
      @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS 5 років тому +1

      @@JamesDguy cool I'll go ahead and do the 400. Thank you for the insight

  • @shredct3118
    @shredct3118 5 років тому +1

    They look sick bro. I hope Dupli-color doesn't sleep on you like that other company that will remain nameless did.

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      SHRED CT I’m sure they will but then again i have to reach out as well.

  • @BigGroovyOg
    @BigGroovyOg Рік тому

    How long did they last before chipping

  • @jimmyjeeper
    @jimmyjeeper 5 років тому +1

    That car looks 100 times better then it did when you bought it!

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      jimmyjeeper when I very first bought it the car was silver then we painted it light turquoise then sold it now have it back and did this. But I agree

  • @pitataufatofua9360
    @pitataufatofua9360 3 роки тому

    How has it held up ?

  • @adamblue7441
    @adamblue7441 5 років тому

    Civic looks great man awesome job.you should don't the windows also

  • @wormsthatdude
    @wormsthatdude 5 років тому +1

    Were these wheels chrome or alloys b4 u painted

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      alloy

    • @wormsthatdude
      @wormsthatdude 5 років тому

      U got any idea on what this would look like if done to a chrome wheel??

  • @stringsnare
    @stringsnare Рік тому

    is it worth doing the gloss clear coat? im worried it will make my vw wheels too shiny.

  • @wandabailey7498
    @wandabailey7498 4 роки тому

    Oh I see I do need to sand the curb rash thank you for video

  • @gboss96
    @gboss96 5 років тому +1

    Great video man wheels look amazing. I’m going to do this tomorrow i think. if I buy a gloss black in the same Dupli color brand do you think I still need to use a clear coat at the end or is there no need?

  • @jasontanaka9812
    @jasontanaka9812 2 роки тому

    Is it necessary to paint the back of the rim, or can you just get away with just painting front.

  • @wandabailey7498
    @wandabailey7498 4 роки тому

    What if my wheels have curb rash do u need to fixed that first

    • @ravenlxrd8156
      @ravenlxrd8156 4 роки тому

      Chris fix has a video about how to completely restore rims it is really helpful

  • @tonycervantes4816
    @tonycervantes4816 2 роки тому

    What color is that gold or bronze

  • @Bassingtv
    @Bassingtv 2 роки тому

    How many cans for all 4 wheels

  • @starmotorsports8937
    @starmotorsports8937 4 роки тому

    Would they hold up during winter?

  • @gerardorubio5983
    @gerardorubio5983 5 років тому +1

    Is the dupli-color clear solvent resistant? Is a y2k clear a better choice?

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Gerardo Rubio 2k would be a better choice but I didn’t wanna wait on shipping

    • @gerardorubio5983
      @gerardorubio5983 5 років тому

      @@JamesDguy thanks.

  • @violet1609
    @violet1609 5 років тому +1

    I have a question!! When spray painting a vehicle that has a dark color paint job and turning it into a light color, would it be better to paint the entire thing white first to make the colors brighter or is that unnecessary??

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Magnolia Rose yea white primer would be the best option

  • @adam_1dizon121
    @adam_1dizon121 5 років тому +1

    looks great. what other spray paint u recommend for wheels

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Adam Dizon Majic tractor paint, VHT paint

    • @adam_1dizon121
      @adam_1dizon121 5 років тому

      @@JamesDguy thanks man im limited where i am.. also which is better lacquer or enamel

  • @juarezzz3475
    @juarezzz3475 Рік тому

    Did it last good?

  • @jdminfested0195
    @jdminfested0195 5 років тому +3

    Try dupicolor tire shine it comes in a can n id make a sick vedio anyways clean vedio my brotha keep it up

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      jdminfested 01 For sure, once i get my new tires I will!

  • @CocaColaMan-Real
    @CocaColaMan-Real 5 років тому +1

    Where do we buy the can

    • @DCopp
      @DCopp 5 років тому +1

      Seriously? Any auto parts store...

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      PYA Lamsang Keithel auto parts stores usually carry the paint.

  • @filcandiy
    @filcandiy 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing result! Im getting an idea to do my wheels , i like how u break it down from start to finish ?
    Was the base coat u use was the gloss one ? Does it really matter if you use flat or gloss on this procees? Reason i ask coz theres one on this duplicolor on black which are matt , semi gloss, gloss.
    Which is better to use?

  • @kawi254
    @kawi254 4 роки тому +9

    0:30
    “Scuff em up;
    Sand em down,
    Put some note cards all around”
    #BARS!!!

    • @21donutave83
      @21donutave83 4 роки тому

      This man spittin without even knowing it. True lyricist

  • @jasontanaka9812
    @jasontanaka9812 3 роки тому

    How many cans did you end up using.

  • @fred5149
    @fred5149 4 роки тому

    What gold exactly is that ? Sunburst gold ?

  • @anne8967
    @anne8967 5 років тому +1

    How many cans for a set of wheel?

    • @anne8967
      @anne8967 5 років тому +1

      Nevermind , just read the description. Thanks

  • @deer_diy
    @deer_diy 2 роки тому

    how do they look after 3 years?

  • @depresionymas.9260
    @depresionymas.9260 5 років тому +1

    I like all your videos buddy:)

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      DEPRESION* Y MAS. Thanks

  • @robertbrown4262
    @robertbrown4262 4 роки тому

    Why did you not clean the wheels first with a degreaser and brush to
    remove everything front and back.

  • @rudyflores9395
    @rudyflores9395 5 років тому +1

    starting to take shape kool color on the rims. we''ll stay tuned for the next one

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Rudy Flores For sure thanks for watching and supporting 💪🏻

  • @jackietheman9928
    @jackietheman9928 4 роки тому

    I painted my rims dupli-colour chrome, I used Rust-Oleum 2x clear coat gloss and holy crap after I put that on it came out weird grey matte colour 😩

    • @mikegrassman4773
      @mikegrassman4773 4 роки тому

      I read clear makes them darker. I'm leaving it off

  • @aaronfuksa2047
    @aaronfuksa2047 3 роки тому

    Would you anyone say this is more yellow gold than any other aerosol spray brands? After that liquid gold look. Only a Rusto metalic gold is in my collection.

  • @kevinkev1530
    @kevinkev1530 5 років тому +1

    Nice work, thx for the info

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      kevin bailey No problem it’s what I’m here for.

  • @hdeyncrky
    @hdeyncrky 5 років тому +3

    Refinish the headlights and it will spruce it up even more.

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +2

      Wallflower That is on my list of things to do. Along with window tint and lower

    • @hdeyncrky
      @hdeyncrky 5 років тому

      @@JamesDguy Keep it up. I enjoy your content and I'm sure others do as well, you don't get 40,000 subscribers out of nowhere. Been here since day one and will continue to support your channel.

  • @kitefl
    @kitefl 5 років тому

    Duplicolor or rustomleum for wheels? Going to use off the shelf stuff, not spray max.

  • @IWH8023
    @IWH8023 4 роки тому

    how many cans did you use?

  • @punisher6508
    @punisher6508 5 років тому

    Is one can enough for all 4 wheels?

  • @mariomenjivar2024
    @mariomenjivar2024 4 роки тому

    The paint job really dope 👏👏👏. Like you said like factory paint. How’s the paint holding now, after you put new wheels? Any chips?

  • @depresionymas.9260
    @depresionymas.9260 5 років тому +1

    Do you know how to change a Honda starting switch?

  • @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS
    @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS 5 років тому +1

    How long after painting wheels can you drive on the road?

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      BLUEFEATHEREDOLIVES As long as you avoid dirt roads you should be good after about 30 mins to an hour. But most would recommend longer but I’m not much on rules lol

    • @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS
      @BLueFeaTHeRedOliVeS 5 років тому

      @@JamesDguy haha thanks! Sounds good. I finished painting my 4 coats (Rustoleum Gloss Black, 2-in-1) around 5 PM and my customer will be coming by around 5 PM tomorrow.

  • @sooflex15
    @sooflex15 5 років тому +1

    Bro I did paint my wheels and it’s hard to get rid of brake dust

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      michael jones If you use 2K spray max paint it helps make it easier

  • @onlybyHisgrace14-6
    @onlybyHisgrace14-6 5 років тому +1

    Its looking good!! Im trying to talk my dad into spraying his ef sedan with the majic paint in massey grey!!

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Casey McCallister that would be awesome. I recommend using more reducer because it was just a little thick would lay smoother if it had been thinned out more.

    • @onlybyHisgrace14-6
      @onlybyHisgrace14-6 5 років тому

      Thanks for the tip brother!! God Bless!!!

  • @jimher8810
    @jimher8810 5 років тому +2

    How many coats did you do on each wheel? I want to paint mines gold too. Yours came out awesome!!

    • @tonycervantes4816
      @tonycervantes4816 2 роки тому +1

      3 or 4 coats of paint . Every 10 /15 mmts each coat ..

  • @julio3arias
    @julio3arias 4 роки тому

    Is the clear coat necessary?

  • @bradd74
    @bradd74 5 років тому +1

    Looks good man! 🤜

  • @zachgiberson3970
    @zachgiberson3970 5 років тому +2

    The rims look dope but I do not like the caps you should try to find 1 in black or something like that

  • @philipjohn4149
    @philipjohn4149 3 роки тому

    I think also after 48h you can apply a clear coat. Is that true?

  • @sombut415
    @sombut415 Рік тому

    Clean af👏👏👏👏👍👍

  • @datoberidze6179
    @datoberidze6179 5 років тому +1

    What is full name of this car ?

  • @colerobinson3624
    @colerobinson3624 2 роки тому

    2 questions, how many cans did of each product did you need for all four wheels? and what grit sandpaper did you use to remove old finish on the wheels

    • @Okey_dokey
      @Okey_dokey Рік тому

      Hello Cole.
      Did you find out how many cans you did for all four wheels? Because I'm planning on doing it but I'm not sure how many I need. I looked up online and it said 4 cans per each wheel and I don't think that's right so. Let me know if you found out.
      Thanks! Have a great day.

  • @brotzelj
    @brotzelj 5 років тому +1

    Good work!

  • @amyross8259
    @amyross8259 3 роки тому

    How many coats did you do of primer, base and clear coat? Thank you!!!

  • @sikino2
    @sikino2 5 років тому +1

    Can you do one video on how to under coat an entire car?

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Miguel Camacho in the future I can and will

  • @Andrei-pr3xe
    @Andrei-pr3xe 5 років тому +1

    You should of paint the rims white but cool.

  • @NH-gb5dk
    @NH-gb5dk 5 років тому +1

    Have you ever can sprayed rustoleum satin paint on a car ?..

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      N H Yes it turned out great but without matte clear it faded within a year

    • @NH-gb5dk
      @NH-gb5dk 5 років тому

      Thanks for answering my questions , I spray can painted a 88 corvette Satin Classic Navy . It looks better than it did but seemed very hard to get good results .

  • @bentong2774
    @bentong2774 5 років тому +1

    Hi can you show the best rostuleom paint for a car. Planning to repaint mine. Thank you in advance

  • @b20vtecboi
    @b20vtecboi 4 роки тому

    Good stuff! Keep it up jamesDguy!

  • @enzprintco.8625
    @enzprintco.8625 4 роки тому

    Pardon if this is a stupid question (there are stupid questions lol), but how does the paint not get all scratched to poo on a tire changer?
    I wanna paint my wheels but I’m afraid when I get new tires, they’re gonna get all poo’d up.
    Rad videos!
    You are in my suggestions so much, figured I was subscribed...I wasn’t lol. Am now!
    Thanks!!!
    :)

  • @Rich-cp4wo
    @Rich-cp4wo 5 років тому +1

    How bout some eBay headlights and tail lights in the future as well

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Richard Coffman them lights I replaced them a year ago but it looks like someone swapped them out but I buffed the tail lights they look better I’ll do video tomorrow on live stream

  • @OGMixtape
    @OGMixtape 4 роки тому

    Good video thanks man!

  • @PancakePigeon
    @PancakePigeon 5 років тому +2

    Headlight restore next!!!

  • @andrea4809
    @andrea4809 4 роки тому +1

    I hope you did not drive around with 4 unbalanced tires, and they don't replace valve stems when you get new tires unless you ask them or they are damaged.

  • @landonhall55
    @landonhall55 5 років тому +1

    Do a headlight restoration

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      Ambitious Future I am for sure

  • @CTrain
    @CTrain 3 роки тому

    Primer showing still in the lug holes. Oof

  • @domoowalk
    @domoowalk 5 років тому +1

    that intro/outro song fire

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому

      domoowalk agreed 😎

  • @Cartier_specialist
    @Cartier_specialist 5 років тому +1

    Those wheels really pop in bronze. Aren't you glad you didn't paint them black? 👍

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      ghogue61 yes very happy I didn’t

  • @tretolanolan24
    @tretolanolan24 5 років тому +1

    Lowered and tint

    • @JamesDguy
      @JamesDguy  5 років тому +1

      Nolan .T Crap forgot to mention the tint lol 😂 Yea defiantly needs tint