Wheels Question
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From: walpole ma
using an 8 inch wheel with a 4" backspace you cant go wrong in most cases since most c3's have that as a stock wheel.When you find the wheel you really want be sure to ask the manufacturer about fitment issues(if there are any)
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Going with original 78 aluminums
I found a set of 78 aluminums 8 x 15 that I'm going with... I think that's the easiest way to keep out of trouble with the wheels.. now anyone have suggestions on tire width.. 235, 255, 275... thanks
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Its hard to beat a set of nicely polished stock slots. Get some 1500 wet sanding paper and lightly go over them with that, it will leave a uniform dull sheen on the wheel and take off all the oxidation and smooth out some of the surface imperfections. Then, get a Mothers Polishing Ball at Wallmart and a GOOD drill and get after it. Will take you most of the afternoon and a few beers, but WELL worth the effort.
There is a guy in Miami that does a Great job, I have seen his work, but have not looked him up yet. I think he charges like $200 for a set, but he does an Excellent job
There is a guy in Miami that does a Great job, I have seen his work, but have not looked him up yet. I think he charges like $200 for a set, but he does an Excellent job
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Its hard to beat a set of nicely polished stock slots. Get some 1500 wet sanding paper and lightly go over them with that, it will leave a uniform dull sheen on the wheel and take off all the oxidation and smooth out some of the surface imperfections. Then, get a Mothers Polishing Ball at Wallmart and a GOOD drill and get after it. Will take you most of the afternoon and a few beers, but WELL worth the effort.
There is a guy in Miami that does a Great job, I have seen his work, but have not looked him up yet. I think he charges like $200 for a set, but he does an Excellent job
There is a guy in Miami that does a Great job, I have seen his work, but have not looked him up yet. I think he charges like $200 for a set, but he does an Excellent job
If your wheels have any blemish marks or scuffs you can blend them. I have used a file for any curb damage or any that are deep. A dremal also work well for any metal blending. Also heavier grit sand paper working to the 1500 grit. If you are carful the wheel can be restored and polished very well.
