"Answers to Your Questions About Alloy Wheel Repair"
"Alloy Wheel Repair Aldershot ( 750+ words)"
[ "Answers to Your Questions About Alloy Wheel RepairA few months ago, a Facebook post was shared about a company that can repair all alloys without paint or powder coating. I've been seeing more and more ads popping up for this kind of service, but there's no one offering any accurate information on the process. I finally asked them some questions about how it works, what you can expect from their service, and whether it's something you should consider doing for yourself. They were nice enough to answer my questions directly below:What exactly do you use to restore an Alloy Wheel Repair Aldershot? Do you have a proprietary process? Does this 1 method work on all alloy wheels? How long does a restoration typically last compared to a factory finish? There are many ways to perform the process, but we use a very selective (patented) method that uses our special, state-of-the-art equipment full time for this process. The result is a permanent repair  saving an average of $300/wheel  and offering you 25 years or more of guarantees.Is it possible to restore factory alloy wheels with significant curb rash (pitting and scratching)? Yes! This is the best part about repairing your alloys as soon as possible. If done correctly, you will save several hundred dollars on each wheel. Our lasers can remove only the pitting, so there is no risk of future damage from rusting under your powder coat or paint job. In addition, you maintain factory finish which has better UV resistance than the aftermarket finishes you may get with traditional repair procedures. This means that your alloy wheels will look perfect for many years to come.How much does it cost? The process starts at $300/wheel (call us for a quote). Considering that our guarantee is 25 years or more, even if you spent $500 per wheel on powder-coating, you would still need to recoup your initial investment within 7-8 years! And since we are permanent and do not damage your alloy in any way (unlike traditional repairs), this option makes sense, especially when you consider how expensive new alloys can be!I have one spot near the edge of my front rim that has started to rust over time. Is it possible to regenerate the alloy back to factory finish, or do I need a new Alloy Wheel Repair AldershotAs long as your rim is in otherwise good condition and has not been damaged due to impacts or other problems, we can remove the rust spot for you. The process takes about an hour per wheel, but rest assured that this is a permanent fix! We also offer additional services where we can touch up any chips along the edge of your wheels, regardless of whether they were caused by impact or wear through from scrubbing against curbs over time.How do you ensure the colour match? Our colour matching system allows us to recreate any metallic finish despite minor variances in paint batches at the factory. Furthermore, the equipment uses a much higher resolution than your eyes can see, so we do not have to worry about paint variations. We also take great care in the preparation and clear-coating of any surface that will contact another wheel  and we never use a wet sanding process as many other companies do! The bottom line is that we work hard to replicate factory finishes as accurately as possible  something that cannot be achieved by performing this process without our equipment and processes!Is it possible for an alloy wheel repair company to offer such long guarantees? Since repairing alloy wheels does not involve removing any material (unlike traditional refinishing methods), there should be no reason why you could not enjoy the same quality finish for 25+ years. This is because alloys are manufactured in a highly controlled environment where the wheels are free of ever-present contaminants like dust and dirt. As such, we need only to polish out any fine swirl marks and scratches. We also use water-based finishes which offer exceptional UV resistance compared to solvent or oil-based alternatives. Since it is still possible for you to scratch your alloy wheel in the future, our guarantee does not cover the repair of damage that might occur due to impact or due to unapproved cleaning processes (ie: rubbing with an abrasive pad when trying to remove tar).It is worth mentioning that some companies offer similar guarantees by using cheaper products and performing less accurate repairs which will show wear over time. This shortens their warranty period and often requires them to charge more money each time the wheel is repaired.Since Clear Image uses only powder coating (ie: no liquid finishes), our process does not require us to perform additional finishing steps like wet sanding which can cause paint to wear down over time. This allows you to enjoy your alloy wheels without worrying about getting stranded on the side of the road due to chipping or flaking paint!After we confirm the availability of your Alloy Wheel Repair Aldershot, you can expect us to start working on your wheel(s) that same day (Monday  Saturday). Whether or not we need to source an appropriate part (eg: new centre caps), this can take anywhere from 1-2 days up to a couple of weeks before they are ready for pickup. We strive to provide you with timely updates so that this is as painless as possible." ]