Magnesium Wheels
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Le Mans Master
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From: Rockledge FL
Magnesium Wheels
I have been reading up on the magnesium wheels. I found a set for sale to replace my cracked thin spokes but one has the normal chipped finish. Most threads on painting turns into a powerdercoat debate. To paint these, I am guess, normal wetsand smooth, prime, spray, clearcoat, hope the install doesnt destroy the finish?
Any brand primer better than others?
Any brand primer better than others?
Le Mans Master
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From: Belleville Il
Does look good on a bright colored car,,probably better than the original color would look! Does seem a bit of a shame to cover the distinctive color of the originals,but then again that color is more compatible with darker colors like blues black reds and so on! Post pics when you're done!!
Melting Slicks
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From: Bowling Green KY
Yes! Wash down wheel & tire good w/soap n water.
After good n dry, lay down news paper, place wheel/tire on paper,
tape off tire and lug nut holes....
Take clean, lent free cloth and wipe down wheel with Mineral Spirits, to remove any oils or wax...allow to dry good.
Paint wheel with three good/fast coats of "Plasti-Dip"!!!
Do Not Let Dry, between coats!!!
Then peel tape off ASAP!!!
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Nice job on those magnesium wheels. I like the original color, but the black looks good too.
