I wanted to give a plug to Mike at Velvet Touch wheel repair in Anaheim. I had some pretty deep curb rash and Mike fixed the wheel to a like new condition. I wanted to pass on his recommendation for cleaning. First, the 19 inch Sport wheels are painted (over a black wheel). He recommended no commercial wheel cleaners as they will eventually remove the finish. Soap and water alone will help preserve the finish. If you need something a bit stronger, then a dilute solution of simple green will work. He also recommended car wax be applied to the wheels to help reduce the accumulation of brake dust.
http://www.repairmywheels.com/home.htm

 

Did he have to repaint part of your rims? Was the color match perfect?

 

u went from bakersfield there? wow.

 

Yes, it is a perfect match. Its looks as good as new.

 

How much did he charge?

 

Okay, totally really picky, **** question. Will a cleaner/wax, like Meguiar's, also strip the finish? I am thinking it might help remove brake dust as well as waxing the finish.

 

Contacted these guys 3 times with zero response. Great customer service!

 

Sorry to hear that. Maybe its the holidays? Their shop is actually located within Mercedes-Benz of Anaheim service department at 5395 East La Palma Avenue. I just drove into the service department and told them I was there for wheel repair and they sent Mike out. Cost was $125 a wheel. Don't know about the Meguiar's cleaner.

 

just purely curb rashes? i wanna see some pics of the effed up wheel coz 125 is pretty expensive just for curb rashes!

 

anyone know of a good repair in Boston, MA

 

i would so get this done, you if you were around LA.

 

i recommend this guys!! did a excellent job with my G without breaking the bank! Thanks wheel revivers!

 

i meant louisiana. you live in ca.

 

How much did that cost? I let my friend drive my car and now I have something similar. He is either getting it fixed or buying me a new wheel.

 

do the tires have to be dismounted for this repair to take place?