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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 08:00 PM
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I got these wheels last night really cheap. 3 were in great shape and well 1 is trashed, or maybe not, idk. Either way I was wondering if you guys can give me some light as to how to fix this with out taking it to a paint shop.

All opinions are appreciated

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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 08:27 PM
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you could have it remachined then clear coated
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Old Feb 4, 2014 | 10:23 PM
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can you upload a bigger picture?
it showed up about 2" tall for me and I cant zoom in on it
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 07:24 AM
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Looks like heavy scratching on the surface. You easiest bet is probably find a local powder coater. It should be between $40 and $60 each wheel to blast them smooth and powder coat them any color you want.

I don't know if they make clear powder coat if you really wanted an OE look.

You could have them polished for a similar cost or polish them your self.
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 10:30 AM
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Find another wheel. Even if it is on the expensive side, it's dollar cost averaging...
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by AUTOT3K
can you upload a bigger picture?
it showed up about 2" tall for me and I cant zoom in on it
New pics uploaded
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 01:35 PM
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My work uses (it was called spec wheel)now allstar wheel I think,out of forney its usually between $100-$130 and it will look brand new. I'm sure there are other companies out there that do the same.
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 09:12 PM
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U can pick a replica for about $130-150
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Old Feb 5, 2014 | 10:07 PM
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replace it or just strip and polish the whole set
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Old Feb 6, 2014 | 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by silver-mod-o
replace it or just strip and polish the whole set
What would be the process of stripping the clear off?

I thought about having them powder coated either TBSS Silver or Gunmetal Grey, but I like the factory finish with the silver flake on the inside of the spokes. For now I just want to get this wheel looking better so I can put them on my truck. When the tires need replacing, which will be soon, I will have them redone, or buy another wheel ( hopefully someone will have just 1 in decent shape )

Thanks for the replies guys
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