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Fuchs reconditioning DIY, Paint color that matches anodizing |
Wew |
Feb 13 2021, 03:25 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 227 Joined: 17-January 15 From: Novato, ca Member No.: 18,335 Region Association: None |
Hi all,
In process of cleaning up my wheels while engine and transmission are out. I have read through many threads and have done countless google searches. I have not found a definitive opinion or agreement among the brain trust of how to closely or best match the anodize look. One rim looks pretty good after I did some polishing The second rim however is missing some of the anodizing. I really like the original look which I think is the polished raise parts and the anodized recessed portion. Your Input is much appreciated. |
iankarr |
Feb 13 2021, 05:31 PM
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The wrencher formerly known as Cuddy_K Group: Members Posts: 2,484 Joined: 22-May 15 From: Heber City, UT Member No.: 18,749 Region Association: Intermountain Region |
The best option is to have them restored by a pro like Al Reed. Wheels are really time consuming and as much as I like to DIY, having the wheels done professionally is money well spent. That said, I got decent results using lye to remove the anodizing, polishing / masking the petals and soda blasting the spaces in-between. Then sealing with clear coat...but if the clear ever chips, you’ll probably need to strip it off and start again. Here’s a few pics. I did this more as a proof of process, so I didn’t clean up all the rash. I'm happy with the look, but they took way too much time (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif).
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