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16-Apr-2004, 12:23 AM

imported_ryanhook

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DIY Wheel Refinishing

For all those that weren't sure it could be done... here's proof it can be done.

BEFORE (original condition)

INTERIM (after stripping old clearcoat, cleanup, and polishing)

FINAL (after new clearcoat was applied -- took some shine away)

ON THE CAR

Overall, I'm pleased with the end result. The finish is not as shiny as I had expected, but that's a result of the Duplicolor clearcoat I used . Had I used a different product (possibly POR-15's Glisten PC) I might have had a shinier finish. The wheels look shiny or flat dependent on the light, and personally I like the look... as do some fellow TCC members and members of the general public.

I have documented the entire procedure and will hopefully post it soon. The whole process took 1.5 - 2 days over last weekend.

Please post your comments and questions.

16-Apr-2004, 12:30 AM

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Awesome job Ryan!

JSK Approved

16-Apr-2004, 12:30 AM

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bbarbulo approved as well

as if you needed it after JSK approved it

stuck!

16-Apr-2004, 10:51 AM

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I have seen the wheels before, and after, and I most say they look pretty sweet. They don't have the polished look the factory finish, but more of a light gunmetal, industrial look to them.

16-Apr-2004, 12:13 PM

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Looks great Ryan

Love the hammers!

how did you strip the clearcoat away?

16-Apr-2004, 12:16 PM

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Looks great Ryan Love the hammers!

how did you strip the clearcoat away?

Thanks Adam! I'll be posting some pics of the entire process and a list of the products used in the next few days... stay tuned!

16-Apr-2004, 12:22 PM

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^^^

I've got some EL premiums I going to be doing that to soon!

16-Apr-2004, 12:49 PM

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I've got some EL premiums I going to be doing that to soon!

I think gatherer and Torrey have some they want to do too. Maybe I'll organize something where we can do a group job at my house.

Sound good?

16-Apr-2004, 12:51 PM

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Oh, I'll be up for that

17-Apr-2004, 08:15 AM

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Good Job, Turned out NICE!!!

19-Apr-2004, 04:32 PM

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in addition:

more refinishing

19-Apr-2004, 08:55 PM

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I'm planning a DIY session this Saturday (24 April 2004) if the weather's good. How many people would definitely come? Keep in mind I live in Stoney Creek and no, I'm not changing the location.