scream_misfits
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Registered: 12th Apr 08
Location: Berkshire
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Hi i plan to spray my wheels black myself.
I'll be taking the tires off so i can spray the whole wheel as wel, not just the front.
Just wondering if anybody had any tips or advice, for the best finish?
Thanks a lot
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barleyboy
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Registered: 1st May 08
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main thing is mate, prep them properly and take your time, a mint finish is due to the prep.
sand the existing paint down, and finsh with i high grade paper such as 1800/2000.
then panel wipe/white spirit them so they are clean and free. Do not clean the wheels with silcone products as this makes the paint react.
apply 3 or 4 coats of primer flatting with 1200(wet) or similar sand paper.
panel wipe or white spirit them down again.
apply a few good coats of paint, wair for it to tack off or dry then apply 3 or 4 coats of laquer and leave to dry.
your wheels will be mint mate 
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scream_misfits
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Registered: 12th Apr 08
Location: Berkshire
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awesome mate, thanks for that advice.
I am pretty hot on doing everything properly so ill put in the time and effort it takes.
i just bought a MINT white corsa gsi with 60k on it of some old fella in devon, cudnt be happier, but a few nice touches is gonna make it look the dogs!!
thanks again
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