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Old 03-30-2009, 05:49 PM   #1
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ugly wheel help

Can anything be done for these wheels. I have heard of stripping and reclearing but know nothing of the process.





Any thoughts or ideas would help,


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Old 03-30-2009, 06:06 PM   #2
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Re: ugly wheel help

There are several places where wheels looking like that can be redone. The process is expensive however. Google aluminum wheel repair. You might also check Ebay for replacements.
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Everywhere I called wants around 100 dollars per wheel. I can buy new mt classic II wheels for 105per. Was just wondering what it involves and if its worth doing myself.
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Re: ugly wheel help

I have a cheep paint gun, that came with my compressor, that I could shoot the clear with
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Re: ugly wheel help

It would take a lot of prep to get these wheels ready for clear coat.Depends on what you have the most of,time or money.Adding to the cost of sending them out you would probably have to dis-mount and re-mount and balance. Checking around at a few body shops you might ask them where the send for repair or exchange which is common with some popular wheels.
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Re: ugly wheel help

I've replaced/upgraded wheels on Jeeps for years--last one I got 5 of the new style 5-spoke with new tires for $200 for all. Check the places that sell
the big tire/wheel upgrades (off-road, etc.), and they usually have them cheap.
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I've replaced/upgraded wheels on Jeeps for years--last one I got 5 of the new style 5-spoke with new tires for $200 for all. Check the places that sell
the big tire/wheel upgrades (off-road, etc.), and they usually have them cheap.

Good Idea! I will check into that. Thank You
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Re: ugly wheel help

Those wheels need to be sanded or blasted,and refinished. Then sprayed with clear. Google Wheel Professionals!
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Re: ugly wheel help

That's a "machined" rim. To be restored to "like new", it'll need to be put on a wheel lathe, then re-cleared. $150-$175 each. Or, you could remove clear yourself and maybe polish out the damage.
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Re: ugly wheel help

look for a local up-pick-it lot for car parts ....youll find replacements for less and can grab a couple now and later as wanted. Ebay often sells them too.
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