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Wheel Refinishing
I have the the black 5 spoke rims and am due for tires. Thought it might be a good time to send the wheels somewhere to get refinished - the alloy around the outside is dull and tarnished - can't get to shine - and there are numerous pits and scratches in the black areas. Any recommendations on a refinisher? Would assume that the wheels could be abrasive blasted, re-powder coated, and polished. Ball-park pricing per wheel? Thanks!
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03-01-2004, 11:46 AM
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I just did mine myself and it is alot of work, took me about 3 hours per wheel, not working the whole time, but they came out amazing. I would save the money and do it myself if i were you. Let me know if you are interested and i will outline the procedure and some shortcuts i discovered.
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03-01-2004, 01:45 PM
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There is a place in miami that does a 2day turnaround for $100 per rim. That includes everything that needs to be done, whether you want it powdercoated, polished, scratches/rash fixed whatever.
If you are interested I will get the name/number from my friend.
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03-01-2004, 01:52 PM
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Would like to hear about the process. I have access to several abrasive blast cabinets and contacts at several powder coaters. You can e-mail me at gregj3477@insightbb.com. Thanks!
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03-01-2004, 07:33 PM
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Look under the tech section of this site, there is an excellent tutorial about how to refinish your wheels.
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03-01-2004, 07:40 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Orange, California
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gregj,
What car do you have and where are you located? Please add to your signature line..
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