Plastidip Mahle wheels |
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Plastidip Mahle wheels |
Stratfink |
Nov 25 2023, 02:07 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 47 Joined: 27-December 21 From: SoCal Member No.: 26,198 Region Association: Southern California |
My Mahle wheels have needed some attention since acquiring the 914 last year. They exhibited a bluish hue possibly from the factory coating applied under the silver finish. I’ve debated painting the centers black or going all black for a while now and finally got around to experimenting today.
I had previously done some sanding and polishing of the lips. Today I convinced my wife to help with the taping, and applied the dip using my 5th spare Mahle as a guinea pig. Tape removal proved difficult as it wanted to peel the coating off, but I think I am liking the look enough to go for it on all 4 wheels. There were some lessons learned on cutting a line before peeling and I realize the plastidip will not be permanent. I could go all black which would be simpler and have less risk of peeling since there would not be a taped edge Anyway, take a look and let me know what you think. I’d ultimately want to get black or chrome lug bolts to compliment the look… I should note that the spare has a 205 width tire versus the 185s on the other 4 (maybe why I’m liking the look). Thanks- Joe |
DC_neun_vierzehn |
Nov 28 2023, 04:45 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 438 Joined: 16-November 20 From: Delaware Shore Member No.: 24,893 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I bought a (less than perfect finish, but straight) back up set of 4 bolt Fuchs for my ‘73 2.0. Took them to a local wheel repair shop with stellar reviews to paint black. I had them correct the minor wheel rash, paint the center caps and center of wheels satin black, and polish lips. They did a great job, used the right equipment and materials for $60 a wheel.
Two plus years later they look like they look the same. bought the correct length and seat shape black lugs on eBay for less than $50. If I ever need to, can switch back to the OG wheels. For now, I’m enjoying the black Fuchs for a more aggressive look to compliment the 2056 rebuild : ) |
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