6th Gear
You can do it yourself with some metal filler, sandpaper and paint.
Or thumb through the yellow-pages and locate your local wheel repair shop.
- Erik
Or thumb through the yellow-pages and locate your local wheel repair shop.
- Erik
4th Gear
Dealership curbed my black rim a few months ago. They had someone come out, some mobile wheel repair co., and you would never know it was ever fixed. I swear I can't find it. I know I was quoted <$100 over the phone at a few places--wasn't sure they were going to take responsibility. Good luck.
6th Gear
I curbed mine but it was half the damage you did and all I did was use a black Sharpie on it. Can't see it unless you bend down and closely inspect it or run your finger on the edge.
5th Gear
If the damage is not very deep, you may be able to "polish" it out using a fine grit and paint it black.
3rd Gear
Quote:
Originally Posted by Benibiker
I curbed mine but it was half the damage you did and all I did was use a black Sharpie on it. Can't see it unless you bend down and closely inspect it or run your finger on the edge.
4th Gear
I've used black appliance epoxy with good results in the past. If you aren't wanting to reapply sharpie.
3rd Gear
Quote:
I'll have to give that a try!Originally Posted by muzak
I've used black appliance epoxy with good results in the past. If you aren't wanting to reapply sharpie.
4th Gear
I think it typically comes in a rattle can, but I would spray it on a piece of cardboard and take an artists brush to apply it.
5th Gear
They should sell some touch up paint for wheels. Ive seen the silver stuff in Pepboys/ Autozone.
http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com/
Check this website for location near you. They really know what they are doing and can do anything a wheel needs to make it like new.
Check this website for location near you. They really know what they are doing and can do anything a wheel needs to make it like new.
2nd Gear
I curbed mine about a month after getting it. About 1" long, front left. Used black gloss engine enamel applied with a q-tip. You have to really look hard to find it. Beats buying a new rim. I have since installed wider tires, 215's. Haven't tested it out yet, but looks like they give a lot more protection.
5th Gear
Temp black paint fixes usually come out pretty good. As long its not crummy and the silver curb isn't there you are usually in pretty good shape.
Thank you everyone for your suggestions! I am going to attempt a repair and report back on my progress with some pictures for everyone.

