Top Alloy Wheel Repair Dallas or Resurfacing Questions Answered by Experts

Rim repair recommendations in Dallas? We recommend using the top mobile alloy rim repair service available in Dallas Texas. Call (469) 428-7323 today to order the exclusive SKRAPES wheel repair service.  Every wheel we service comes with a lifetime warranty and that's because we use quality materials.

How do I repair curb rash on any wheel rim? Repairing curb rash starts with the cleaning of the tire and rim. You're going to want to remove all of the dirt, smudges, and contaminates. 

 Now it's time to pick the correct level of grinding material to start removing damages, stop once the damage is gone and gather some sandpaper and start smoothing out the repair going through different levels until you have reached a fine sandpaper.

 Take a lint free cloth to clean area again and double check the quality of your work. Once you are pleased with results prep the entire wheel for primer, this is done by scuffing the entire wheel, cleaning rim with a wax remover/degreaser, taping off the tire, center cap and valve stem.  

 This step here is the reason you hire a professional service like SKRAPES. You will need to find an Automotive Paint Shop that offers a high-quality clear primer and a full-face mask. Start by priming the entire rim making sure to get into all of the gaps, once primer has setup it's time to blend in the old paint with the new, areas repaired.

 The last step is two use a 2k clearcoat, in order to safely use this product, you will need a full-face mask, covering eyes and nose, wear long sleeves and paints. The regular clear coat will not holdup, as soon as a butler is applied the clearcoat will wash away, it will also lose its shine. 

Can I wash the alloy wheel after resurfacing? Yes, 10 days after the wheel has been completed by the SKRAPES exclusive service. In warm weather the curing time is about ten days and may take a little longer during cold weather months.

 Why is the paint peeling on my rim?  The clear coat on your rim can fade, corrode, and or oxidize over time. This is usually due to long time exposure to the sun and other elements.  The exclusive SKRAPES service can repair wheels damaged by road salt, dirt, chemicals, UV rays and paint failing from poor adhesion from the factory.

How do you repair a rim at your home? If you want it done correctly hire a professional, a mobile wheel reconditioning company can come out to your home or place of business. The right service provider is an expert and can complete most rims while they are still on the vehicle. Most think it's cheaper to fix their wheel themselves, and in most cases, it's not! Why is this? If you are the type that want it done right, then you will find that professional equipment, primers, paints and safety devices (one item like a full-face mask) you will need to purchase cost more than having a wheel service by a mobile recondition services like SKRAPES. 

How long does it take to refinish one alloy wheel? It truly depends on the amount of damage and the severity of the rim/wheel damage. Some rims can be resurfaced in 45 minutes while other types of wheels can take up to 2.5 hours to perfect the best finish possible. This time estimate is for those using the SKRAKES alloy wheel refinishing service.

How do you repair rusted steel rims? Rusted rims can take some time to complete, as there needs to be enough good metal left in the rusted or pitted area. Just get together you're grinding, sanding and safety tools. Start by working in a small area until desired result appears, complete the grinding stage first on the whole wheel then move on to the different stages of sanding. You will need to prime and paint as usual, do not prime, paint or clearcoat without the proper safety gear (or hire a professional). 

Where's a good place to get a rim repaired on the cheap? It depends on what one considers cheap. All wheel repairs aren't of the same quality paints and materials. If you are interested in getting the best service for the cheap, then you have reached the best service. 

 We wash our cars and deal with road debris, dirt, sand and brake dust. Do you really want the cheap stuff, that will most likely wash away after applying tire cleaner, a few weeks of dirt and sand the shine has faded all you see is scratches. In Texas we have plenty of gravel roads, and that thin watered down clearcoat won't hold up to the dirt or rock debris. Our customers want a thick, shiny clearcoat that hardens and provides the ultimate protection. 

SKRAPES the professional service, on average it's about $25 more, for less headaches, if you want a Lifetime Wheel Repair Warranty Call (469) 428-7323

Last thing is you really do need a full-face mask when working with professional automotive grade paints. You must shave regularly no more than a 5 o'clock shadow to help secure a sealed fit to your face. All of our experts are required to visit a mask fitting and testing healthcare center prior to servicing wheels. You will need to be in good health to wear one of these masks especially when it is hot outside.