[C2] Wheels
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Wheels
About to put the car in the paint shop for a complete paint job. The guy is recommending that I take my KH’s and gold lines off and put on a really cheap set of wheels that I can basically throw away after. Couple questions: lug nut patter is 5x4.75, correct? Also, I’m located in Scottsdale, anyone have a cheap set they want to get rid off?
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Yes, 5x4.75 which is very common. I have a set here in NY you can have but I figure that doesn’t really help you in AZ.
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About to put the car in the paint shop for a complete paint job. The guy is recommending that I take my KH’s and gold lines off and put on a really cheap set of wheels that I can basically throw away after. Couple questions: lug nut pattern is 5x4.75, correct? Also, I’m located in Scottsdale, anyone have a cheap set they want to get rid off?
I worked at a bump shop while in college, I still remember some of the good practices VS. getter done fast and make short cuts to save money.
My advice: Take your money and run!
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As a body shop they are covering there end. I see nothing wrong with them asking to have those tires and wheels removed.
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If you are paying the body shop to remove bumpers, bottom trim, mirror, windows trim, door handles, all glass, side vents,chrome emblems, both doors and hood. The tires are also part of this package. The shop is responsible for making these needed accommodations. Customer is paying for this service. The RED FLAG is waving in your face,
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I agree. If it were my car, I wouldn't give the body shop any opportunity to screw up those wheels. I'd take responsibility for ensuring they don't get damaged, painted,... whatever.
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If you are paying the body shop to remove bumpers, mirror, windows trim, door handles, all glass, both doors and hood. The tires are also part of this package. The shop is reasonable for making these needed accommodations. Customer is paying for this service. The RED FLAG is waving in your face,
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No matter how you cover them they are going to get overspray and dust on em. Can't be helped unless you take em off. I am painting my 59 right now and overspray/dust gets everywhere.
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If you’re talking about real KH knock-offs I would say your shop is giving you sage advice. Yes they’re covering themselves, but… real knockoffs are still worth 8-12 grand for a set of five, so if they are real, they’re doing you a favor.
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If you are paying the body shop to remove bumpers, bottom trim, mirror, windows trim, door handles, all glass, side vents,chrome emblems, both doors and hood. The tires are also part of this package. The shop is responsible for making these needed accommodations. Customer is paying for this service. The RED FLAG is waving in your face,
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I think you got great advice from your painter, take it.
He is trying to protect both of you . 
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