Alloy Wheel Refurb...Which lacquer??

[bradvr6 0]

Hi Guys,

 

I'm currently in the middle of refurbishing my alloy wheels. They are Kerscher Carmonas with the deep dish. Over the last few years, the lacquer has chipped and water has oxidised the polished dish. I've got the dish back to a good polished stage and am ready to seal the wheel. Does anyone know what type of lacquer to use (any specifics for wheels or will normal body paint lacquer work) and how many coats I should be putting on?

 

Cheers,

 

Brad.

[Jim Bowen 1]

i think wurth do a wheel laquer

[VR6 South 0]

Lacquer and polished alloy is not a good combination as there is little for the laquer to bond to. Even if the wheels are diamond cut and coated proffessionally they don't stand the test of time very well. Best sticking to a regular polish and wax if you want to keep a nice shiney finish.

[Jim Bowen 1]

sorry i think i have misunderstood this thread :nuts:

[bradvr6 0]

Thanks guys!

 

I'll go with just waxing it for now and see how it goes. I suppose this means I will have to make sure I clean the car more often to keep on top of things... :roll:

 

I think the reason why they were in such a state in the first place was becuase the polished dish was lacquered. Just another 3 wheels to go now! :pale:

[fla 9]

i use Belgom Alu which really does last well. I have TT comps which have a large polished alloy face, and teh Belgom helps keep corrosion at bay for a while, whilst giving a good shine too.

[bradvr6 0]

Hi guys,

 

Thanks for the replys! I've finished refurbishing the wheels and have decided to go with just a wax coating and see what happens. Like you said 'VR6 South', lacquer and polished alloy is not a good combo.

 

Here are couple of photos of before and after. As you can see, the dishes were originally lacquered and water had got into the cracks. Had to start the sanding stage with 40 grit paper it was that deep!

 

 

 

[VR6 South 0]

Nice work!