VXOC Astra-J/GTC

Well just thought I'd show you how I'm getting on with my first alloy refurb.

The wheel started like this (it's the worst one)









After sanding & using alloy putty to fix any damage got me to this after a nice soppy wash.



Then some etch primer, primer & a coat of filler primer has got me to this.









Now just letting it cure before a light rub down and one more coat of primer.
As its cold I've brought it inside.

I did keep the wheel inside overnight to get it to room temp.

So after a rub down and another coat primer I allowed the wheel to dry and then flatted off



Then I applied the top coat.



Just letting it dry for 24hours before a clear coat.

A few little defects in it but over all I'm impressed with the result so far as is the wife.

Just can't make my mind up weather I should do a silver face or not.

they really need a refurbishment for sure
looking good mate

Bloody hard work thou mate.

Fantastic buddy.

Mate you are doing a awesome job


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Well got the wife's tyres today,

Not fitted to the car as they couldn't adjust the tracking, need a new track rod end.

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well worth the effort well done

Nice work mate wanna do mine haha


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Lewis6317 Wrote:Nice work mate wanna do mine haha


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No way is my rusty working hard on your wheels when you don't know how to clean your car

has he not cleaned it yet