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03-12-2012, 11:32 AM
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Bfc replica wheels peeling
I have the gloss black/machined replica wheels the 20" and the back two are peeling? How is a machined face wheel peeling? The black is perfectly fine. Any solutions to what I can do? Could just the face of them be chromed?
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03-12-2012, 11:45 AM
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Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: 2018: Lakewood Ranch, Fl.
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I purchased "factory GM" chrome wheels just for that reason. I read here the GM wheels are superior to the replica wheels- Looks like that's the case.
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03-12-2012, 11:55 AM
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Do you think I could get chrome over top of the machined part now?
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03-12-2012, 08:58 PM
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Drives: Black 2SSRS Join Date: Nov 2011
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Where did you get factory gm chrome wheels from?
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03-12-2012, 09:20 PM
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Drives: 1969 & 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2008
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Most machined wheels require a clearcoat applied to keep the bare aluminum from oxidizing or getting water spots. You are likely seeing the clearcoat peel off.
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03-12-2012, 09:30 PM
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So do you think they will be able to be fixed?
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03-12-2012, 09:36 PM
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Not easily. They would have to be stripped and re-painted. I'd suggest finding the manufacturer website and seeing if they have a warranty. Most brands have a 1-year finish warranty. Hopefully your wheel seller can assist with that info. I don't carry that brand, so I don't know this info. Wish I could help!
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03-12-2012, 09:42 PM
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Ok thanks anyway and I'll check into it.
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03-13-2012, 12:16 PM
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Drives: SUMMIT WHITE 2SS/RS CAMARO Join Date: Feb 2008
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I got them last year brand new with p/zero tires from a camaro5 member who changed his mind. He said they were from calchrome. Beautiful chrome and the wheels are stamped "GM" on the rear of each one. I only use these in the summer but the chrome has held up very well. Last edited by myold88; 03-13-2012 at 12:27 PM. |
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03-13-2012, 12:39 PM
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Drives: 1SS/1LE Join Date: May 2009
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I had this problem with some ZR1 replicas I had on my Z28. They were black with a machined lip. The black paint always looked awesome, but after about 3 years, the clear coat on the lip began to peel and flake in some spots. Never curbed the wheels or tires, so I guess these replica companies just have trouble getting clear coat to bond to bare aluminum. Contact the company and see if your still in warranty.
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03-13-2012, 12:47 PM
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I have the factory MS 20"s and the only thing peeling out are my two rear tires. Strip your wheels with paint stripper and repaint.
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03-13-2012, 04:42 PM
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The black is fine it's just the clear coat on the machined face peeling. I have the exact same wheels, how long have you had yours?
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