Fuchs reconditioning DIY, Paint color that matches anodizing Options

[Wew]

Hi all,

In process of cleaning up my wheels while engine and transmission are out.
I have read through many threads and have done countless google searches.
I have not found a definitive opinion or agreement among the brain trust of how to closely or best match the anodize look.
One rim looks pretty good after I did some polishing
The second rim however is missing some of the anodizing.

I really like the original look which I think is the polished raise parts and the anodized recessed portion.

Your Input is much appreciated.

[iankarr]

The best option is to have them restored by a pro like Al Reed. Wheels are really time consuming and as much as I like to DIY, having the wheels done professionally is money well spent. That said, I got decent results using lye to remove the anodizing, polishing / masking the petals and soda blasting the spaces in-between. Then sealing with clear coat...but if the clear ever chips, you’ll probably need to strip it off and start again. Here’s a few pics. I did this more as a proof of process, so I didn’t clean up all the rash. I'm happy with the look, but they took way too much time (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif).


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