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Old 01-01-2005, 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Impala
Thanks for the fast response... sounds very positive as a few tiny bubbles probably aren't noticeable from a few feet. Also, the shop must have used a great precision mill to rewrite those grooves (they are so closely space -- 1mm or even closer?).

You didn't mention, but I gather the refinishing has held up well after 2 years... would make it a very worthwhile project.
Yeah, since the finish is baked on (powder coated), it is proving to be extraordinarily durable. The finish on the wheels is still the same as arrived from the refinisher.

The place uses a large CNC machine to mill the wheels, so it's not a DIY project. Unless, that is, you are a machinist and have access to a large CNC.

The place I used, btw, was referred to me by Brabus or Lorinser. I don't remember which. It is one of the shops they refer their customers to who need their wheels refinished.
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