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.

[burlybryan]

I went the DIY method like Ian. The PO of my car took the perfectly good but slightly faded clear wheels and sanded and painted them. I had them glass bead blasted and then masked and hand wet sanded. 2 weeks and a very sore shoulder, but I'm happy with the results. I didn't want them shiny polished, so I ended at 3000 grit and then hand polished with Mothers. Inevitably, some deeper scratches and areas where the blasting pitted deeper than my sanding still remains.