All sorted now and brakes are back to working order, I might add.
Below are some pics of the bad wheel and the good wheel for comparison.
Bad:
Good:
Now, first off, how the hell do I get rid of this mess. It's really caked on there and I think I risk scratching the paint underneath if I use something abrasive enough to move it. Is there anything strong enough to dissolve/move this mess without damaging the paint? I've tried brake cleaner and some stuff my mechanic friend gave me that he referred to as "truck wash". Both unfruitful.
Secondly, more long term plans. The wheels were pretty badly kerbed in some places from the previous owner. These wheels are fantastically designed so the spokes hit the kerb first before the tyre and rim so there are nice chips midway up the spokes. So the question. When I have them repaired eventually do you say keep the same colour? Do you think it suits the car? Opinions welcomed. What colour would you have them done in? And powder coat or paint? Since the wheels came from the previous owner, do you think they suit the car? I've always thought they looked a little too gappy myself but I like the look overall.
Current look:
Thanks all!
