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Old 02-27-2011   #1
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Default New Wheels!

My major upgrade for this year - just completed redoing my wheels. Had the OE wheels refinished, new Nitto Extreme's, new center caps.

I had 20 years of minor (but accumulated) curb rash, clear coat had yellowed, 10 year old rubber, caps were pitted.

If you are looking at refinishing a machined wheels - you really need to do your homework on the refinisher. I'm not overly thrilled with the result on the fronts. From a foot away they look great - but up close they look like they have water spots on them. After a lot of discussion with multiple refinishers - it seems this can happen if the diamond tool for the CNC is either too new/sharp, or too dull, or can happen if the clearcoat is not applied properly. Fortunately my rear wheels look great and if I can't live with the fronts - I know I can pick an OEM pair reasonable - and now know where to take them to get them done right.

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Old 02-27-2011   #2
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Talking Re: New Wheels!

Really looks nice with the new wheels, I like it a lot. But, uh, er, an Admiral Blue 90. Nice.
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Old 02-27-2011   #3
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Default Re: New Wheels!

Thats not Amiral - that Quasar!

Probably my crappy iPhone camera and/or my flourescent lights that confused you.....
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Old 02-27-2011   #4
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Talking Re: New Wheels!

No kidding, sure looks like Admiral in the pic. I've not seen a QB ZR-1 so it could be me too. I thought they were a lighter blue than that. Could be the pic as mentioned too. Still very nice.
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Old 03-01-2011   #5
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Default Re: New Wheels!

Glenn,

I just have to compliment you on the rear(?) wheel pictured....that is outstanding!


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Old 03-01-2011   #6
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Default Re: New Wheels!

I think Admiral Blue is a gloss paint. QB is metallic. Car looks great, that color really looks good on the '90 body style!
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Old 03-16-2011   #7
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Default Re: New Wheels!

I knew it was Quasar instantly...........course I've seen QB a lot!

I would like to refinish three of mine at some point......right front has already been covered by insurance.........oops
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Old 03-18-2011   #8
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Default Re: New Wheels!

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I knew it was Quasar instantly...........course I've seen QB a lot!

I would like to refinish three of mine at some point......right front has already been covered by insurance.........oops

See what happens when you lose your keys in BG!
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Old 03-18-2011   #9
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Default Re: New Wheels!

Looks awesome, the car and the wheels! I would like to get my wheels refinished... Anyone know a good source in or around Missouri?
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Old 03-18-2011   #10
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Default Re: New Wheels!

Call Jeff Kopp at Superior Chevrolet. (913)384-1550. They do business with a company that refinishes wheels for the body shop. Quick turnaround and very reasonable also.

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