disco-stu

I'm about to start refurbing a set of mondeo 16"s and I'm not sure what I should use to skim over pitted areas of metal. Also what's best for stripping the paint? Cheers

SBT83

I hand sanded mine. Started off with 200 w+d, 400, 600 etc. till I got to 1200. At 800 start sanding dry and then again wet with soap comes up nice and smooth when you get to 1200. But don't jump more than 2 grades a time. It's hard work but worth it in the end. Use filler to sort deep scratches out

gingerturbo

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I use p80 to sand it flat then p240 to smooth it out, then any scratches/or chips fill then re-sand and for the lip if needed use I medium to fine file to round off the kurbing, then primer and final prepping using p600 ready for spray (based on home reburbs)

gingerturbo

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^^^soaps your best friend don't be afraid to use loads

SBT83

Forgot to mention mine were polished finish. But could paint if wanted.

gingerturbo

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Did you machine polish them after or do it by hand

SBT83

All by hand. I used metal polish for the finish. I did it lightly so I didn't end up with the chrome look. I think brushed looks more taste full. I haven't got any close ups but...







A light dusting with the dremel took care off curb marks then started sanding.

gingerturbo

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Oh ok I cheated and used a machine polisher

SBT83

You can get foam drill bits that get into small gaps. It does make it easier.