FXDF Fat Bob Custom Wheels?
#11
09-14-2012, 01:04 AM
Joe..how much do you guys charge for a pair of these to get done? Do you do the rotors also and how much would they be? Seriously thinking about sending you mine this winter.
#13
09-14-2012, 06:03 AM
Cruiser
#14
09-14-2012, 09:17 AM
#15
09-14-2012, 10:47 AM
#16
09-14-2012, 05:27 PM
Weigh all of your options before commtting. The hidden costs sometimes drive the price up on a project.
True coating your wheels is an affordable option on the surface. But add in packaging, $160 -$180 in shipping to get those wheels to and from their destination, bearing changes, tire changes, etc, etc. and before you know it you have almost as much invested in a new set of wheels.
If you purchase a new Harley wheel (or aftermarket) you will get a flawless set of wheels....guaranteed (or your money back or exchange). No excuses that your old wheels had imperfections that compromised the finish. You can then sell your wheels and rotors and reduce the total investment.
You will also make a more dramatic difference in your bike by changing wheels to something other than stock. Initially you will think the improved stock rims are all you need, but a year from now you may not appreciate the change or you may be bored with it because you think it still looks similar to other stock bikes.
Don't settle for less, and research thouroghly anyone that you are considering doing work for you!
True coating your wheels is an affordable option on the surface. But add in packaging, $160 -$180 in shipping to get those wheels to and from their destination, bearing changes, tire changes, etc, etc. and before you know it you have almost as much invested in a new set of wheels.
If you purchase a new Harley wheel (or aftermarket) you will get a flawless set of wheels....guaranteed (or your money back or exchange). No excuses that your old wheels had imperfections that compromised the finish. You can then sell your wheels and rotors and reduce the total investment.
You will also make a more dramatic difference in your bike by changing wheels to something other than stock. Initially you will think the improved stock rims are all you need, but a year from now you may not appreciate the change or you may be bored with it because you think it still looks similar to other stock bikes.
Don't settle for less, and research thouroghly anyone that you are considering doing work for you!
#18
09-14-2012, 06:15 PM
Cruiser
Sfetty,
You are mostly right, however if those of us that have a FXDF want to stay with stock wheel sizes and dual rotors our options are very limited. Also if you've never owned powder coated wheels you'll never understand how nice it is to simply wipe or spray the wheels off and be done with cleaning. I coated the raw aluminum wheels on my truck about 6 years ago and have not had to do a hard core cleaning since, just spray down and wipe dry. For me that's worth the expense.
You are mostly right, however if those of us that have a FXDF want to stay with stock wheel sizes and dual rotors our options are very limited. Also if you've never owned powder coated wheels you'll never understand how nice it is to simply wipe or spray the wheels off and be done with cleaning. I coated the raw aluminum wheels on my truck about 6 years ago and have not had to do a hard core cleaning since, just spray down and wipe dry. For me that's worth the expense.
#19
09-14-2012, 11:31 PM
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Would love to get my Fat Bob wheels and rotors done! You're a quick ride from me too, I live in Melrose Park. I'll contact you for a quote soon.
#20
11-24-2012, 04:28 PM
I will be looking for new wheels in the near future and really like the low rider mags... I know I will have to find the axle adapter spacers from 3/4 to 25mm. And I would like to stay with dual disc fronts any ideas on how to mount the second disc... Any objections or reasons why this wouldn't work?