But the more you think about it, the more it makes sense why wheel repair professionals charge so much money. Repairing a wheel seems like an easy and straightforward process. DIY curb rash repairs can lead to good results. You can learn the science in an hour.
A good repair person can make a heavily damaged wheel look new. Practice makes perfect. While this project is something you could do at home, it rarely ends up looking good. It takes some practice for good results. The putty may not come out as smooth as you wanted, for example. The paint job may not look good, either. A professional will make your wheels look perfect. Some professionals use a body shop type method. This method involves media blasting the wheel to remove the paint before applying epoxy putty, primer and paint to the wheel.
This method brings great results. You would need a bunch of tools, including:. Step by step process Clean the wheels thoroughly to remove dirt and grease. Tip: washing up liquid works well Use the sandpaper to remove damaged paint and flatten chips Wipe away any dust Mix the putty and fill in the damaged area — make sure the surface is as level as possible Leave to set Once fully dry, use the sandpaper to sand the filler until flush.
This step takes time and patience Wipe away any dust with a damp cloth Apply masking tape around the damaged area Apply the primer and wait until dry Apply light coats of the paint, waiting for the paint to dry in between coats, until happy with the finish If your kit contains a lacquer, apply this now.
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Wipe the area down with wax and grease remover using a microfiber towel to remove any wax or grease particles left from old cleaners or fingerprints. Spray a total of three to four thin coats of wheel paint over the repaired area. Hold the can six inches from the surface of the rim and keep the coats light to reduce the chances of runs in the paint.
Wait 10 minutes between each coat and wait three hours after the last coat is sprayed before handling the rim.
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