pedrini refinish options?, any suggestions? Options

[davesprinkle]

I've got a set of very weathered Pedrinis on my 14. Setting aside, for now, the obvious way to improve their appearance (5-lug conversion, duh), can I get any suggestions on refinishing?

Powdercoat -- cheap (~$75/wheel), durable, attractive, but there is some speculation that the baking process might affect the strength of the alloy

Paint -- probably the best way to duplicate the factory finish, but surprisingly expensive (~$150/wheel), and of dubious durability

Polish -- don't know about expense (maybe the same as powdercoat?), looks good initially, but requires continual attention

Thoughts, vendors, other options?

Thanks in advance.

[Mueller]

if you plan on converting to 5-lug down the road, I'd do a cheap, easy refinish of the wheels since it'll be difficult to recoup the money spent if you do a finish or color that others might not like.........silver paint or your favorite color seems to be the best method...it's easy to remove once you sell the rims if the new owner wishes to re-do the finish....