Alloys

[marcob]

Hello all

I was thinking about reparing a scuff on one of my alloys.
I went into Halfords and noticed they have this repair kit for £25. Problem is you have to do all 4 wheels and 3 of mine don't have a scratch on them.
Shall I go with this option or leave it to the pros?
If I take the latter option how much are we talking?

Cheers
Marco

[dannyboyo]

Why do you have to do all 4 wheels?

[the dodger]

One of mine has a slight scuff. You can do that as well if you like. Only need to find another two who need it then?

[Davidn]

Marco,
I used the kit yesterday on otherhalfes car. It's rubbish for the price. I would have been better off with a tube of metalic filler, a can of silver paint and a couple of grades of wet & dry, probably cost less than £10. The kit comes with loads of crap that you just don't need or use. For £25 you can get a wheel (with minor damage) refurbished professionally.
David

[marcob]

Cheers David you saved me £25.

I presume you have to do all wheels because you'll be altering the colour of the wheel you'll be repairing.

[davidn]

Yep, do all 4 wheels so they match the terrible finish achieved on the damaged one. When it comes to paint finish there is no substitute for a professional spray finish.
I want me money back!
David