I am about to order my parts from Kurt at Sumo-x for the wide tire kit, and still have not worked out all the details on rims. I would prefer to have the 8.5" back wheel look identical to what it does stock, therefore considering the mimic wheel, but the problem is this; Kurt told me the mimic wheel does not come in a finish that is a perfect match to the factory silver. So, do I have someone powdercoat to match? Will they match it perfect to what it was and the front? I am very fond of the factory bright silver that Honda uses, but in order for the new rear to match the front, will I have to have both powdercoated for best results?
I don't really know much about the world of powdercoating and how precise it is.
Also, would I be better off $$$-wise to have the factory wheel widened and then repainted to match the front or painted along with the front? Here is a link where a factory wheel was widened, no welds are visible, and then it was chromed. Can I do the same but go silver and match it?
Rear rim mod 8.5 and chromed
I really don't want the expense of chrome wheels or go chrome mimic in the rear and have my factory front chromed, if I can stay away from it. For the cost, I am not that much more satisfied with a chrome set of rims. What would you all suggest? Thanks in advance!!! I hope to be in the sumo club soon!