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Black Inserts on Fuch 2.0Ls |
dank |
Mar 18 2010, 09:01 PM
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DanielK Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 8-March 10 From: Mountain View, CA Member No.: 11,440 Region Association: None |
I've read the Fuch 2.0L Alloys didn't come with the inserts painted black. Is it difficult to paint them black yourself?
I guess it's a question of painting over chrome (blasting the chrome off and priming). Does painting the inserts black affect the value? What seems to be more in demand? |
Tom_T |
Mar 18 2010, 09:20 PM
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TMI.... Group: Members Posts: 8,318 Joined: 19-March 09 From: Orange, CA Member No.: 10,181 Region Association: Southern California |
I've read the Fuch 2.0L Alloys didn't come with the inserts painted black. Is it difficult to paint them black yourself? I guess it's a question of painting over chrome (blasting the chrome off and priming). Does painting the inserts black affect the value? What seems to be more in demand? Assuming that they're genuine Fuchs 2L forged alloy wheels & not knock-offs, then the highest value on those wheels would be a perfectly preserved or restored factory finish, neither of which above pix are correct OE, as the background is a matte or stain finish, while the rim & petals are semi-polished. The one on the right looks like the repro version, but some folks paint up the real ones that black & other colors too. The one on the left looks like a fully polished one - either real or repro - & is not the correct original finish either. Also, the real ones are not chromed, but are polished/satin finish and anodized alloy. This is the correct original finish, center caps & lugs: (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-1695-1260240732.jpg) Look here for more shots of a perfectly preserved set above on Sahara Beige 73 914-2.0 - http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=101921 ... and look here for these Fuchs 2L & other OE wheels & tires info. - http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=74857 Hope this helps! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
Cap'n Krusty |
Mar 18 2010, 09:23 PM
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Cap'n Krusty Group: Members Posts: 10,794 Joined: 24-June 04 From: Santa Maria, CA Member No.: 2,246 Region Association: Central California |
At the dealership where I worked, the lot boys painted 'em with rattle cans. No prep other than washing them and masking them off. The Cap'n
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dank |
Mar 18 2010, 09:40 PM
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DanielK Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 8-March 10 From: Mountain View, CA Member No.: 11,440 Region Association: None |
Thanks guys for the info and links. Thought I did a pretty good search but I guess not.
From the second link, post #16: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&...st&p=894665 When Mark says the "black backgrounds are not original", what does that mean? What would an original black background mean, if they weren't done at the factory? |
rjames |
Mar 18 2010, 11:54 PM
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I'm made of metal Group: Members Posts: 3,955 Joined: 24-July 05 From: Shoreline, WA Member No.: 4,467 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Thanks guys for the info and links. Thought I did a pretty good search but I guess not. From the second link, post #16: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?s=&...st&p=894665 When Mark says the "black backgrounds are not original", what does that mean? What would an original black background mean, if they weren't done at the factory? These wheels never came from the factory with the black background. 'Original black background' is meaningless. If the backgrounds are painted black they are either reproduction wheels, or they were painted at the dealership or by a previous owner. |
dank |
Mar 19 2010, 02:24 AM
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DanielK Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 8-March 10 From: Mountain View, CA Member No.: 11,440 Region Association: None |
Thanks Robert. Since I want mine with black inserts (and they're currently not), I'm debating whether I should paint them or maybe trade with someone who already has ones that are...
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ConeDodger |
Mar 19 2010, 09:29 AM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,614 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California |
If you come on down to WCR 2010 "Teeners in Tahoe" Harvey Weidman of Weidman Wheels will be speaking. You can ask him all about it but he will tell you interesting tidbits about the 914 wheels and Porsche wheels in general.
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EdwardBlume |
Mar 19 2010, 09:35 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
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iamchappy |
Mar 19 2010, 09:43 AM
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It all happens so fast! Group: Members Posts: 4,893 Joined: 5-November 03 From: minnetonka, mn Member No.: 1,315 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I personally like the factory finish of satin background polished paddles, the blacked out backgrounds on a four spoke or paddle wheel just doesn't look right to me.
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URY914 |
Mar 19 2010, 10:16 AM
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I built the lightest 914 in the history of mankind. Group: Members Posts: 121,070 Joined: 3-February 03 From: Jacksonville, FL Member No.: 222 Region Association: None |
Never liked the black inserts. But what do I know.....
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7TPorsh |
Mar 19 2010, 02:36 PM
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7T Porsh Group: Members Posts: 2,691 Joined: 27-March 06 From: Glendale Ca Member No.: 5,782 Region Association: Southern California |
Painted mine and wish i hadn't...wanna trade??
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IronHillRestorations |
Mar 19 2010, 03:02 PM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,731 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
I don't like the black paint on 4 lug Fuchs. Original style anodized, or fully polished, but try and make them look like 5 lug wheels??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif)
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Katmanken |
Mar 19 2010, 04:58 PM
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You haven't seen me if anybody asks... Group: Members Posts: 4,738 Joined: 14-June 03 From: USA Member No.: 819 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I loved the shape of the wheels and only saw the black/silver version at first.
Then later I saw the all silver ones in pictures and liked them better. But when I found and bought a matched set of 5 perfect originals with the anodize/polish factory finish...... it was LUST.......... That subtle polish/anodize finish is perfect...... The black paint will make people think you have the cheap Rivieras...... But it's your car, have at it. |
dank |
Mar 22 2010, 06:16 PM
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DanielK Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 8-March 10 From: Mountain View, CA Member No.: 11,440 Region Association: None |
Gary, sent you a PM.
Hm...WCR 2010 sounds cool, will have to read more on that. |
john grier |
Mar 22 2010, 06:36 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 303 Joined: 27-June 04 From: Hermitage, Tn Member No.: 2,265 Region Association: South East States |
I learned something from this post (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Back in the 70's when we were just learning about these cars. That is to say, checking the different type wheels. Way back when I chose the Fuch over all others, Not knowing thing about it but the looks. I was told then that it came from the factory with the black pattern. I said no, I do not like that. I like it better all shiney, Not todays standard of all chrome. Just goes to show that black on the wheel was wrong! Wrong then, and wrong now. Just my 2 cents worth. John |
dank |
Jun 16 2010, 01:24 AM
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DanielK Group: Members Posts: 25 Joined: 8-March 10 From: Mountain View, CA Member No.: 11,440 Region Association: None |
For those who have painted their inserts black, did you use a glossy or a matte black paint? I've never actually seen any in person and so am not sure which I want to go with. TIA
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carr914 |
Jun 16 2010, 04:00 AM
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Racer from Birth Group: Members Posts: 119,021 Joined: 2-February 04 From: Tampa,FL Member No.: 1,623 Region Association: South East States |
I did Matte, very simple to do depending on the condition of the wheel.
Granted, it's not original. But it's your car and whatever allows you to enjoy it more. T.C. |
dlee6204 |
Jun 16 2010, 07:19 AM
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Howdy Group: Members Posts: 2,162 Joined: 30-April 06 From: Burnsville, NC Member No.: 5,956 |
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Krieger |
Jun 16 2010, 08:32 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,727 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None |
I used a satin. I loved the look! I got a lot of compliments.
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underthetire |
Jun 16 2010, 08:56 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,062 Joined: 7-October 08 From: Brentwood Member No.: 9,623 Region Association: Northern California |
If you come on down to WCR 2010 "Teeners in Tahoe" Harvey Weidman of Weidman Wheels will be speaking. You can ask him all about it but he will tell you interesting tidbits about the 914 wheels and Porsche wheels in general. Lennie and I got to hang out with the Weidmans during Bugorama, those guys sure do know there stuff. And super nice guys to. Attached thumbnail(s) |
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