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My IS200 So far.. - dj0nes - 06-06-2019
Thanks
I wanted to finish the job today but the weather is not playing ball.. Can only look outside in disappointment lol.On the plus side the refurbed lips are holding up well, been treated to some Collinite wax and so far no surface rust, I have decided not to relaquer them as that's what causes the problem in the first place, just got to stay on top of the maintenence once they fitted I guess.
My IS200 So far.. - Lexusboy - 06-06-2019
Djones Collinite is a great wax but have you though of using poorboy wheel polish as it stops the build up of brake dust
My IS200 So far.. - bounty` - 07-06-2019
Looking good so far mate!
Lexusboy - rep added because I've been after something to repel brake dust
My IS200 So far.. - jimxms - 07-06-2019
Another great wheel sealant is "Wheel Seal and Shine". Sounds naff, but its a top-end product.
Keeps my bare alu rims safe from water marking etc..
My IS200 So far.. - Lexusboy - 07-06-2019
Our club Detailer Christian aways user poorboys on the wheel of the car he does his magic on...
That good enough for me to use:wink:
My IS200 So far.. - dj0nes - 07-06-2019
Rep'd
Cheers fella, I've ordered some
I'm hoping to have the wheels on tomorrow, got a fitting kit from Halfrauds bit of a bargain actually at £20- I say bargain, they prob priced it wrong lol.
Weather is still being a PITA though, nearly finished the final wheel.
My IS200 So far.. - dj0nes - 07-06-2019
Okay lads - Fitted the wheels today, I don't think I am very happy with them to be honest... makes the car sit too high, even on lowering springs.
It gets worse, front two are on limit so will need replacing and the tyres have been streched, they are running 215-35-18 so to replace the Toyo's that are on there to the same spec I am looking at about £240.
Do you think that's why it looks like it's sitting so high as they are running some crazy profile?
Pics in the morning.
My IS200 So far.. - ormi - 08-06-2019
you should have 40 profiles on their..
i run 215/35/18 and you can pick up tyres for this size for £35.00
My IS200 So far.. - Kerja - 09-06-2019
beatiful car...
is the bonnet painted?
My IS200 So far.. - dj0nes - 10-06-2019
Thank you, yes mate Bonnet is painted VW off road grey, the same colour as the wheels, mirrors, grill and lip spoiler.
I took them off for now Ormi till I decide whether to get four new tyres in the correct size or just ebay them.