Wheely interesting topic....
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kabman said:
I've not had any Aston wheels done yet but I usually pay £20 per wheel for shot blasting and powder-coating in any colour you like.
Seems a good deal! Would consider this, not in the Aston but maybe fun to change the 911s wheels at some point when the inevitable London parking scrape occurs. Where are they based?oceantools said:
Does anyone have some pics of anything other than standard wheels on an 07V8v? They would need to be quite classy - nothing chavy!
You could have a look at thesehttp://pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f...
Edited by mikey k on Tuesday 22 November 13:36
MrOrange said:
It is rather shocking that the alloy wheels on any 4 year old car need attention, never mind a premium brand such as AM
It depends on all sorts of factors though, not just how they're made. Not saying at all that the OP has done this but if you use your car in all weathers and aren't thoroughly cleaning and sealing them eventually the finish will go, whether it's a Veyron or a Fiesta.LongLiveTazio said:
MrOrange said:
It is rather shocking that the alloy wheels on any 4 year old car need attention, never mind a premium brand such as AM
It depends on all sorts of factors though, not just how they're made. Not saying at all that the OP has done this but if you use your car in all weathers and aren't thoroughly cleaning and sealing them eventually the finish will go, whether it's a Veyron or a Fiesta.My last roadster had the wheels recondition after 18 months of the previous owners abuse.
Diamond cut faces are very popular now but are not very tough. The lacquer does not seem to bond as well to the smooth diamond cut finish. Any scuff or marks often result in the lacquer lifting as moisture gets underneath
mikey k said:
oceantools said:
Does anyone have some pics of anything other than standard wheels on an 07V8v? They would need to be quite classy - nothing chavy!
You could have a look at thesehttp://pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f...
Edited by mikey k on Tuesday 22 November 13:36
Burntout - they look rather tasty! Can you PM me with details, please.
I agree - it is very disappointing that the finish is starting to lift on a car that is just four years old and with only 13k on the clock. She is very well maintained, cleaned frequently (without being TOO fastidious!) and alloys paid particular attention to.
I agree - it is very disappointing that the finish is starting to lift on a car that is just four years old and with only 13k on the clock. She is very well maintained, cleaned frequently (without being TOO fastidious!) and alloys paid particular attention to.
oceantools said:
Burntout - they look rather tasty! Can you PM me with details, please.
I agree - it is very disappointing that the finish is starting to lift on a car that is just four years old and with only 13k on the clock. She is very well maintained, cleaned frequently (without being TOO fastidious!) and alloys paid particular attention to.
You have mail.... I agree - it is very disappointing that the finish is starting to lift on a car that is just four years old and with only 13k on the clock. She is very well maintained, cleaned frequently (without being TOO fastidious!) and alloys paid particular attention to.
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