Repair Option Number 1
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Material Required/Information Resources
- The Paint Manufactures Color Book
- Refer to the latest GM Approved Refinish Materials Booklet (GM 4901 MD-2005) for specific products for aluminum refinishing.
- To access the booklet, go to www.gmgoodwrench.com. Click on GM Collision Parts. Click on GM Technical Repair Information, select Paint Shop.
- A Color Compatibility chart is also at this site defining what colors are used on what models.
- Refer to specific Paint Manufactures for refinish procedures and process pertaining to "Aluminum Refinishing".
The procedure requires the wheel surface to be plastic media blasted to remove old paint or clearcoat.
IMPORTANT:
Chemical strippers are not recommended.