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Brazensol · 08-22-2014, 05:35 PM

When I bought my (ever so slightly) used 2011 SS back in April it came with the factory 21" wheels, which I really like. Unfortunately they also came with some curb rash... So, anyone have a link on repairing road rash? I was thinking some careful use with a dremel tool might be the way to go but there may be a better way. I know I probably can't get rid of it entirely but would like to smooth it out and blend it in with the rest of the wheel so as not to be as noticeable.

68vert · 08-23-2014, 08:49 AM

Go with a pro...there are rim repair guys out there. Talk to the parts counter/service manager guys at local dealers.

Brazensol · 08-25-2014, 01:53 PM

Good idea! Thanks.

satxrider · 08-25-2014, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Brazensol

When I bought my (ever so slightly) used 2011 SS back in April it came with the factory 21" wheels, which I really like. Unfortunately they also came with some curb rash... So, anyone have a link on repairing road rash? I was thinking some careful use with a dremel tool might be the way to go but there may be a better way. I know I probably can't get rid of it entirely but would like to smooth it out and blend it in with the rest of the wheel so as not to be as noticeable.

I just had a quote to fix mine - if they come to the house or work and fix it on the spot the cost was $150 per tire. If I take it to their shop its $125. If I decide to powdercoat all four, its a one day turn time and $700 (including repair of the curb rash).

Les7311 · 08-25-2014, 05:36 PM

Get some light sand paper and lightly sand the area....Get matching paint and spray over area..masking the finished area...should cost you under $30 for all 4...Just be prepared to spend some time.

Do a search under you tube...Unless you have 2 left thumb then you out if luck..

CHMSC · 08-25-2014, 05:38 PM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=307359

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=371165

Les7311 · 08-25-2014, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by CHMSC

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=307359

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=371165

Well done.......!!!

CHMSC · 08-25-2014, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Les7311

Well done.......!!!

Thnx I put a good bit of time into the second one and not one response

satxrider · 08-25-2014, 06:32 PM

great job on the repairs. Thanks for the link.

Need4speed_motorsports · 08-25-2014, 06:35 PM

Thats a good write up on how to repair them.

Just need patience .

theragtopguy · 09-02-2015, 12:15 AM

How about chrome wheels? Same procedure?

08-22-2014, 05:35 PM	#1
Brazensol Drives: 2013 2SS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alaska Posts: 263	Curb Rash When I bought my (ever so slightly) used 2011 SS back in April it came with the factory 21" wheels, which I really like. Unfortunately they also came with some curb rash... So, anyone have a link on repairing road rash? I was thinking some careful use with a dremel tool might be the way to go but there may be a better way. I know I probably can't get rid of it entirely but would like to smooth it out and blend it in with the rest of the wheel so as not to be as noticeable.

08-23-2014, 08:49 AM	#2
68vert Drives: 2010 SIM SS/RS, 1968 RS convertible Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wilmington, NC Posts: 744 View My Garage	Go with a pro...there are rim repair guys out there. Talk to the parts counter/service manager guys at local dealers. __________________ 2010 SIM SS/RS see garage for mods

08-25-2014, 05:38 PM	#6
CHMSC ROAD COURSE JUNKIE Drives: 2012 SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Somewhere Posts: 4,868 View My Garage	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=307359 http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=371165 __________________

08-25-2014, 06:32 PM	#9
satxrider Bad 45th Drives: 2012 45th Anniversay Edition SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: San Antonio Posts: 548	great job on the repairs. Thanks for the link. __________________ - Carl 2012 45th Anniversary SS - LS3 Magnuson TVS 2300 Supercharger / Alky Meth Injection / Lingenfelter GT12 Cam / Kooks LT Headers, 3 inch exhaust & QTP electric cut outs / Monster LT1-S Twin Disc Clutch / MGW flat blade short throw shifter / Haltech CAI / VMax Throttle Body / DSS Stage 3 axles/ BMR Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, Suspension Bushing and 1" lowering springs / Taylor 8MM Plug Wires / Tuned by Henderson Performance Technologies / EBC dimpled and sloted rotors / G2 Painted Calipers / GM Tower Strut Brace / ZL1 Factory Rep Wheels

09-02-2015, 12:15 AM	#11
theragtopguy Lifetime Philly Fan Drives: 2015 Spring Edition 2SS M-6 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: South Central Florida Posts: 1,862 View My Garage	How about chrome wheels? Same procedure? __________________ 2015 Green Flash, Delivered 4/10/15 CAI, NPP Exhaust, Short-throw shifter BBK LT HEADERS 1 7/8” Tune by DynoSteve via SCTx4 Tuner One of 82 GF Ragtops built in '15 out of 811 Total [/SIZE]

08-25-2014, 01:53 PM	#3
Brazensol Drives: 2013 2SS Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alaska Posts: 263	Good idea! Thanks.

08-25-2014, 05:36 PM	#5
Les7311 Drives: 2017 Zl1 (M6) Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 611	Get some light sand paper and lightly sand the area....Get matching paint and spray over area..masking the finished area...should cost you under $30 for all 4...Just be prepared to spend some time. Do a search under you tube...Unless you have 2 left thumb then you out if luck..

08-25-2014, 06:35 PM	#10
Need4speed_motorsports Drives: 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Glendale, CA Posts: 4,656 View My Garage	Thats a good write up on how to repair them. Just need patience .