Polishing mesh wheels
07-10-2014, 10:16 AM
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Car: 91' Z28. 70' Dune Buggy
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Polishing mesh wheels
I really wanted a chrome mesh wheel, but that is near impossible to find, especially in a style I like that fits in my budget.
Is it possible to polish mesh style wheels to a mirror finish? I would imagine, if it is possible, that it would be tedious. But if one has the time, is this feasible?
The wheels come in a machined silver, so thats a good starting poinit, right?
Is it possible to polish mesh style wheels to a mirror finish? I would imagine, if it is possible, that it would be tedious. But if one has the time, is this feasible?
The wheels come in a machined silver, so thats a good starting poinit, right?
07-10-2014, 01:03 PM
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Re: Polishing mesh wheels
I would be polishing these. I just think they would look alot better if the center was polished like the lip.
07-10-2014, 01:56 PM
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Re: Polishing mesh wheels
polished lip, painted centers.......
BUT, if you stay up on them and they are highly polished it wouldn't be too bad.
That being said..... I spent around 2 hours before each car show on 5 star wheels on our old SS. I won't do it again!
BUT, if you stay up on them and they are highly polished it wouldn't be too bad.
That being said..... I spent around 2 hours before each car show on 5 star wheels on our old SS. I won't do it again!
07-11-2014, 12:48 AM
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Re: Polishing mesh wheels
Yes I agree
MAJOR PAIN IN THE REAR lol
its a high maintenance look and I just like driving better than polishing spent more time polishing than cleaning car
I had fully polished budnik , they where very nice looking but I would never own a polish will again unless it's clear powder coated over and just the lip and that's a big maybe lol
To keep them looking good you will spend alot of hours rubbing yours wheels
MAJOR PAIN IN THE REAR lol
its a high maintenance look and I just like driving better than polishing spent more time polishing than cleaning car
I had fully polished budnik , they where very nice looking but I would never own a polish will again unless it's clear powder coated over and just the lip and that's a big maybe lol
To keep them looking good you will spend alot of hours rubbing yours wheels
07-11-2014, 08:51 AM
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Re: Polishing mesh wheels
If you have polished wheels, you can use a wax (metal wax) or sealer (wheel sealer) on them for protection.
This would a) minimize brake dust buildup and b) keep the finish from oxidizing so quickly.
You can also use these products on painted or coated wheels as long as the surface is squeaky clean and not porous.
This would a) minimize brake dust buildup and b) keep the finish from oxidizing so quickly.
You can also use these products on painted or coated wheels as long as the surface is squeaky clean and not porous.
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