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What I have done Jim (many times) is to use electrical tape across the top of the pulley stretched over both sides somewhat, then use spray paint of your choice on the spokes ,have a drill bit of appropriate size to be able to slide into axle bore (if needed), strip off electrical tape and clean off over spray with a crisp edge cloth and Q tips spayed with carb cleaner (not dripping). Light coats is the order of the day and I really try to stay away from the 2X spray tips on some paint cans....its just to heavy of a spray no matter how careful you are. Good luck.