Gramps Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 Has anyone tried painting the insides of their wheels? Why do the insides seem to be ignored? I thought of using Hammerite or the like, or is there a purpose made paint, or is it even a no-no for whatever reason? I've always thought they could look a lot better, and maybe be better protected against the oxidisation that causes the paint to flake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Daniel Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 (edited) Is it not worth getting them properly refurbed? I had mine done 7 years ago and they still look brand new after a quick wash. Edited November 10, 2021 by Tony Daniel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edc Posted November 10, 2021 Report Share Posted November 10, 2021 As above with a decent refurb the insides will look as good as the outside. Mine still do 6+ years later too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
½cwt Posted November 11, 2021 Report Share Posted November 11, 2021 5 hours ago, Gramps said: Has anyone tried painting the insides of their wheels? Why do the insides seem to be ignored? I thought of using Hammerite or the like, or is there a purpose made paint, or is it even a no-no for whatever reason? I've always thought they could look a lot better, and maybe be better protected against the oxidisation that causes the paint to flake. Regular Hammerite is only good for steel and rust, you need a non-ferrous metal anti corrosion paint or etch primer for aluminium and other non-ferrous alloys. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted November 11, 2021 Report Share Posted November 11, 2021 12 hours ago, Gramps said: Has anyone tried painting the insides of their wheels? Why do the insides seem to be ignored? I thought of using Hammerite or the like, or is there a purpose made paint, or is it even a no-no for whatever reason? I've always thought they could look a lot better, and maybe be better protected against the oxidisation that causes the paint to flake. Only a full refurbishment will sort that out, even if you sanded it out it will be back in no time. Your alloys are Spyder/Cayman R wheels and need doing by someone decent to get the black with the silver line around the edges and the silver barrel. I would also recommend having them ceramic coated once they have been done to protect them and make cleaning much easier 👍 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps Posted November 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2021 On 11/11/2021 at 6:58 AM, Lonewolfgjp said: Only a full refurbishment will sort that out, even if you sanded it out it will be back in no time. Your alloys are Spyder/Cayman R wheels and need doing by someone decent to get the black with the silver line around the edges and the silver barrel. I would also recommend having them ceramic coated once they have been done to protect them and make cleaning much easier 👍 yeh, might be one to get done some time in the winter months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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