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Old 22 June 2004, 09:44 PM
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Angry minor kerbage - DIY cure?

kerbed my new superleggeras at the back. One I remember doing, about 2 inches long scuff on the rim. The other is nearly half the wheel, again just the edge, but I don't remember doing it(!)

Anyway, should I deal with it quickly to stop bad stuff happening? If so, whats recommended to use?
Old 22 June 2004, 09:47 PM
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Use a Dremmel rotary sander on v.slow and with either a sanding or small grinding wheel.
Use this to smoth out the rough bit's, then touch in with either Alluminium acrylic or Smoothrite Silver paint. Applied with a small paint brush.

You may be suprised at the results......
Old 23 June 2004, 07:44 AM
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I suspect you'll need to rebalance your wheels after something like this.
Old 23 June 2004, 08:28 AM
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Feel free to pop in & I'll have a look for you

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thanks chris, just might. I think my collection is ready for you now
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Scott is spot-on. Have done this method for years. The silver is a very good match!
Do it ASAP before corrosion sets in, and clean with meths and dry before carefull brushing. Done right this will work for years.
No need for re-balancing in the 5 wheels I've done.
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