Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Centre & Automotive Powder Coating
FAQ
FAQ
Why should I get my alloys refurbished?
By getting your alloys refurbished you are saving a significant amount of money compared to if you were to buy a new set of alloys costing from £300+. Also by choosing to have your alloys refurbished our technicians will put a protective coating on before the colour, this will protect the alloy from future corrosion where as if you were to purchase new alloys this would eventually corrode just like before.
Why pick Wheel ‘Em In instead of a mobile company?
Wheel ‘Em In offers a total refurbishment which mobile companies cannot offer. A mobile company will offer you a cosmetic touch up service. This will involve masking off the tyre, filling the damage with a filler substance and then painting over existing coatings. Wheel 'Em in offer a full refurbishment which involves removing all current coatings by using an acid bath, once this process is completed they are then bead blasted with aluminium oxide to give a good keyed surface for the new powder and to remove any stubborn paint/coatings. The alloy is then like a blank canvas and ready for new coatings. By following this process the alloy will be much more resilient to weather, corrosion and chemicals also giving a higher quality finish that lasts longer.
Can I leave my car overnight?
Yes. Normally a full refurbishment takes just one day, however; if there are any issues or you are unable to collect your car shall be kept inside the building which is securely locked and alarmed.
Will my wheels look as good as new?
The quality of the finished product is highly dependant on the age and current state of the alloy because the more an alloy is corroded the poorer the condition it will be in. Our technicians aim is to fully refurbish the alloy to a “like new” state of high quality.
Can you refurbish split rims?
Yes.In order to refurbish split rims we will need to book your car in for two full days as it takes much longer to refurbish due to having to split them and reassemble them.
Do I get a guarantee with my refurbishment?
All the refurbishments which are carried out at Wheel ‘Em In come with a one year’s* guarantee from the completion date. This will cover you against any dulling of colour, any cracking paint or powder coating etc. Yet this will not cover you against kerbing damage.
Am I able to wash my alloys as normal after the refurbishment?
Our technicians advise that you wash your alloys with warm soapy water to get them clean. You can also jet wash them if you wish, but using products which are acid based or contain silicon aren’t recommended as the acid will dull the shine as you are slowly wearing away the protective layer with each wash.
Can I have any colour I want?
Yes. If you would like a particular colour please let one of our technicians know when asking for a quote as the colour may already be in stock, however; if the powder is not in we can order the correct colour for you nearer your booking time.
Can you do motorbike wheels?
Yes, but it is asked if you can remove the bearings and tyres.
Can you refurbish/paint/powder coat anythinhg other than wheels?
Yes, here at Wheel 'Em In, our technicians deal with many items such as: rocker covers, header tanks, callipers, drums, sub frames and motorbike parts such as: springs, frames, casings and swinging arms. The lists are endless so if you have any queries about any item you wish to have coated please do not hesitate to call us.
*Diamond cut alloys come with a 3 month warranty. Any alloys which have been washed with acid based cleaners will not be offered a warranty service.
