# project: orange wheels for my audi **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [November 13, 2011, 3:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347 "2011-11-13T15:16:46Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/1 "2011-11-13T15:16:46Z")
There are plenty of “how to paint wheels” thread, but it can never hurt to have another one. This is my first time painting wheels, but I’ve read plenty of other threads and feel that I have a good understanding of how to paint. I picked up some really cheap 16" S4 replica rims that had pealing paint and some scratches. Perfect for snow tires. condition as I got them: ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2141.JPG?m=1321223868](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2141.JPG?m=1321223868) First I washed them using degreaser and a wire brush since I want maximum dirt removed and will be sanding them after anyway. I considered using aircrafter remover but decided against it because: (1) it’s expensive, (2) these are winter rims (3) saves time. IF these were going to be my summer rims I would use it for sure. After washing them I used a screw driver to attack the rust and remove as much as would come free, I also used the wire brush to help. I then sanded them inside and outside using a corse sanding sponge. They are easy to hold and conform nicely to any angle. ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2142.JPG?m=1321223871](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2142.JPG?m=1321223871) I didn’t go for perfection, I just tried to get all of the rust free and a good scuff on the surface. Once dry and clean I used a tact cloth to remove anything from the surface. Next I wanted to spray them with a sandable primer so I could get a good feel for how much work will be needed. ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2143.JPG?m=1321223871](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2143.JPG?m=1321223871) Once the primer dried I used medium sandpaper to scuff any surface that didn’t look good. I’ll be using some body filler to clean up any surface scratches later, but I wanted to make sure I way happy with the color I picked so I sprayed a little on the side of one of the barrels. I’ll be using a satin clear later but you can get an idea: ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2144.JPG?m=1321223855](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2144.JPG?m=1321223855) here are paints being used: ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2145.JPG?m=1321223867](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2145.JPG?m=1321223867) the car on stock rims: ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2081.JPG?m=1321226985](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2081.JPG?m=1321226985) ![http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2083.JPG?m=1321227020](http://www.aaronbluestone.com/bluepics/var/resizes/audiwheels/IMG_2083.JPG?m=1321227020) more to come… ---
**Author:** ![Motocrossx23](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/motocrossx23/32/5120_2.png) [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/2 "2011-11-13T15:27:30Z")
Aircraft stripper is literally $7 lol. What color is the car? ---
**Author:** ![Beck](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/beck/32/28683_2.png) [@Beck](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Beck)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/3 "2011-11-13T15:32:38Z")
Wait, did you start a “painted my wheels” thread, without finishing said “painting”? ---
**Author:** ![Motocrossx23](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/motocrossx23/32/5120_2.png) [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:34pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/4 "2011-11-13T15:34:15Z")
In his defense he did PAINT his wheels…with primer lol. ---
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/5 "2011-11-13T15:37:45Z")
aircraft stripper is $20-$50 for a quart at advance or home depot. yeah, this should take me a week or so working a little here and there. I started the thread now because I know I’ll document it better if I write it as I go. these wheels should owe me well under $100 when done, that includes buying them. I’m undecided on painting the center caps… thoughts? ---
**Author:** ![Turbodub](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/turbodub/32/6155_2.png) [@Turbodub](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Turbodub)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/6 "2011-11-13T15:46:04Z")
> [@theblue](#): > > aircraft stripper is $20-$50 for a quart at advance or home depot. > > yeah, this should take me a week or so working a little here and there. I started the thread now because I know I’ll document it better if I write it as I go. > > these wheels should owe me well under $100 when done, that includes buying them. They have the aircraft stripper in a spray can for like 7 bucks at advanced. I used it on my diamond racing Steelies and it went through 4 layers of paint in about a minute. Needed about two cans ---
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/7 "2011-11-13T15:47:46Z")
I didn’t see the spray cans… oh well, I’m happy with how they are coming along without it. I’ll probably use it next time at that price. ---
**Author:** ![Motocrossx23](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/motocrossx23/32/5120_2.png) [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 3:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/8 "2011-11-13T15:56:19Z")
Paint the center caps, it’ll look so much better ---
**Author:** ![livin4hockey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/d2c977/32.png) [@livin4hockey](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/livin4hockey)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 4:27pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/9 "2011-11-13T16:27:59Z")
Lookin forward to results. And your poor 325i there covered in boxes! ---
**Author:** ![robftw](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/6bbea6/32.png) [@robftw](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/robftw)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 4:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/10 "2011-11-13T16:47:43Z")
I’m really having an OCD moment here. i keep refreshing this hoping to see them painted all orange. Damn you ---
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 4:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/11 "2011-11-13T16:48:36Z")
> [@livin4hockey](#): > > Lookin forward to results. And your poor 325i there covered in boxes! yeah, it’s my BMW storage shed these days. I could have waited to post when it’s all done, but as I said, it will be a better write up and discussion this way. ---
**Author:** ![Axis](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/axis/32/5149_2.png) [@Axis](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Axis)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 5:07pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/12 "2011-11-13T17:07:30Z")
I see you also use your e30 for storing boxes and crap. High five? ---
**Author:** ![Haenszel](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/e68b1a/32.png) [@Haenszel](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Haenszel)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 8:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/13 "2011-11-13T20:48:36Z")
I’m so mad at this. ---
**Author:** ![Xander](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/xander/32/7597_2.png) [@Xander](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Xander)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 9:11pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/14 "2011-11-13T21:11:54Z")
Sweet, but cops will love the look too… X… ---
**Author:** ![FadetoBlack](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fadetoblack/32/6118_2.png) [@FadetoBlack](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FadetoBlack)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 9:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/15 "2011-11-13T21:37:04Z")
I can’t take anything you say seriously now. :picard: at the whole “let’s paint my wheels an obnoxious color” trend. The person who started it should be shot. In the face. With projectile diarrhea. ---
**Author:** ![Motocrossx23](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/motocrossx23/32/5120_2.png) [@Motocrossx23](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Motocrossx23)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 10:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/16 "2011-11-13T22:02:19Z")
I had pink wheels…I fucking loved them. ---
**Author:** ![deebo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/deebo/32/5218_2.png) [@deebo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/deebo)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 10:06pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/17 "2011-11-13T22:06:44Z")
i have orange wheels on my cavalier. I FUCKING CARE WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK. NO. ---
**Author:** ![pirite](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/pirite/32/5308_2.png) [@pirite](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/pirite)\ **Post date:** [November 13, 2011, 10:36pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/18 "2011-11-13T22:36:39Z")
i rocked that exact same orange last year on my steelies, i think ive still got a can or two left actually. ---
**Author:** ![donkeyballs69](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/f6c823/32.png) [@donkeyballs69](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/donkeyballs69)\ **Post date:** [November 14, 2011, 2:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/19 "2011-11-14T02:44:12Z")
> [@Xander](#): > > Sweet, but cops will love the look too… > > X… I have orange wheels and I never had any problems getting pulled over but I will say I get compliments all the time. Either you love it or hate it. ---
**Author:** ![turbod\_ss](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/turbod_ss/32/5352_2.png) [@turbod\_ss](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/turbod_ss)\ **Post date:** [November 14, 2011, 5:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/project-orange-wheels-for-my-audi/218347/20 "2011-11-14T05:12:06Z")
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