wheel refinishing?

[WVZR-1]

If you're doing these yourself certainly look into "adhesion promoters" for aluminum. Every solvent based vendor has their own so there should be many choices but it's worth the effort! What ever your attempts in a "rattle can" are going to require some sort of a base I believe to get anywhere near a match.

[-=Jeff=-]

Absolutely, I could also get stuff mixed to match, but I feel if I am going that far.... Then get it all done.. We will see when I get the wheels of the car what I end up doing

[Z51JEFF]

Well,I was wrong on my $150 a set qoute,its per wheel,HELL NO!These wheels are brushed,cleaned and ready to go and they want $600+ for the set.This weekend Ill be shooting the clear myself.

[-=Jeff=-]

going back tot eh parts store tonight to see if I can find a close match to my wheel to test.

if I can, I will start with the sad one first

[-=Jeff=-]

Well, no luck so far..

Next thought is silver sparkle paint kit from Eastwood or get some mixed at the paint supply house

[WVZR-1]

Originally Posted by -=Jeff=-

Well, no luck so far..

Next thought is silver sparkle paint kit from Eastwood or get some mixed at the paint supply house

You mentioned the "refinisher" was local. If that's so and they're very close that would be the next visit I would think to see if they can satisfy the "color request" from their "everyday" selection of color choices. You might find out in the same visit what product type and brand they use.

Both of your mentioned choices cost money. The visit costs some time and you should leave somewhat more informed!

[-=Jeff=-]

yeah,

I need to get the wheels off first.. hardest part is finding good jack stand points while it is on the kwik lift.. front is easy, back is a PITA

[Blue Flame Restorations]

Just take the wheel to an Auto Paint store, like a Dupont or PPG store. They can color match it for you. They can also use a fine poly instead of a coarse poly. The coarse poly makes it sparkle more than the original silver.

[WVZR-1]

Originally Posted by Blue Flame Restorations

Just take the wheel to an Auto Paint store, like a Dupont or PPG store. They can color match it for you. They can also use a fine poly instead of a coarse poly. The coarse poly makes it sparkle more than the original silver.

I suggested the "visit" to the refinisher for the "experience and answers". I agree with you in the paint store visit also because when the product and required materials are put on paper it's certainly valuable information to have when making a "decision"! Those answers could be a game changer.

[-=Jeff=-]

Originally Posted by WVZR-1

I suggested the "visit" to the refinisher for the "experience and answers". I agree with you in the paint store visit also because when the product and required materials are put on paper it's certainly valuable information to have when making a "decision"! Those answers could be a game changer.

Yes thanks for both the ideas.. worth it to visit.. the paint supply place might be a bit easier to get to for (due to work schedules) but both are planned..

Here are my initial thoughts..

Assume both the paint store and refinisher can match.. here are the options I am considering

1) just buy paint and do the 2 in need for refinishing

2) have the refinisher do the 2 in need of refinishing

3) get all 4 done and not worry about it

I have time.. no rush, thanks for all the help so far