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Old Jun 29, 2023 | 10:00 AM
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I've got a couple of dings on my silver (base) 23 wheels that the bozos that did my PDI didn't catch. Anyone know where I can get touch-up paint for the wheel? Dr. Color chip doesn't sell it.
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Old Jun 29, 2023 | 11:24 AM
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https://scratcheshappen.com/shop/tou...tallic-wa378n/

based on the color code wa378n - which i found on another forum - the above should be what you need.

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A guy willing to wash rich folk's cars for minimum wage is not a bozo. Wonder who they think is?
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When a PDI is performed it's not some kid, it's a certified mechanic. At least it's supposed to be. I paid good money for this courtesy delivery and I expected them to inspect it as per GM guidelines. I don't think that's asking too much.
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I know of certain dealers that have a PDI team, who make way less per labor hour than a line tech, do the PDIs to pocket more $$$

Assume nothing when there are profits to be made
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Originally Posted by petepd
When a PDI is performed it's not some kid, it's a certified mechanic. At least it's supposed to be. I paid good money for this courtesy delivery and I expected them to inspect it as per GM guidelines. I don't think that's asking too much.

its not, but we all know it also apparently is too much to ask.

im taking a copy of @tadda pdi checklist with me when i pick my car up next week... and mine is being prepped by the museum, whom i assume will do the best job of anyone on PDI.
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Just go and buy some new ones. There are tons for sale on your local facebook marketplace. I found some one time.. all 4 for $150! I see them usually around $300 or so.
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Buy another used set if you can. Sell these to a track guy who won't mind a scratch or a chip.
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