BMW 1 Hour Alloy Kerb-Rash removal- No Paint needed!

Here's a quick method of fixing damage to alloys caused by hitting the curb (or anything else) on the rim. This method uses a whetstone and the 3M Headlight Restoration Kit!
Whetstone: amzn.to/3aXWGPo
3M Headlight Restoring Kit: amzn.to/3aWiIBT
More info here: www.meeknet.co.uk/e31/Rondell...
I hate curbing alloys, and in this lock-down situation sending them off for refurb isn't a good idea. This is a simple method I have used a few times now and has worked well for me - but I'll explain it all in the video.
#RoadRash #NoPaintFix #AlloyWheels #Rondell58

[@carlrobson5745]

we've all been there road rash on the alloys the noise then your soul leaves your body nothing worse great video Tim

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Just had all four refinished, plus 2 rear tyres - £650 - not cheap!

[@davidgreen1504]

Timm hats off to you I owe my 840 co for 10 years & been following your channel forever thanks for your vast knowledge of e-31 without your input many of us would be lost🍺🍺

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Much appreciated!

[@twhite91911]

just brushed my at a narrow drive up ATM here in the US & I was pretty bummed until I searched and found your video. Thank you for this! You have a new fan and follower over here!

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks, I hope it goes well!

[@brentlock]

Thank you very much for making these videos. I only found your channel this week and already you have inspired me to try your methods on multiple tasks. Your smart remedies to small issues obviously result in keeping things in fine condition. Your cars look great!

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks for that, most appreciated!

[@z4rg3n]

Phenomenal work Tim. You've made yet another video showing a simple, easy solution to a problem I didn't know I could fix! Also, it might be prudent to always include a link to the BMW side of Meeknet in the description (if traffic there is beneficial).

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks Leon, when you have no money left there's always a plan! Yes, link should be added - I'll do that now.

[@davec.4726]

Hey Timmy my 'ol mate thats just brilliant 👍 curbed my brand new Beemer getting out the way of an elderly lady who was reversing !! was contemplating a very costly repair "BUT NO!" I will now do it myself and save half a holiday, Cheers again Tim

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

That's what I do this for Dave, glad it helped!

[@dr_ned_flanders]

Good to see you adding more content to your channel. Lots of good advice. Might get around to doing mine although my damage is a lot worse.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks!

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Those rims are just soooo perfect on the E31... :)

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks Mikael, sooo many E31's have Rondel 58's in the UK!

[@marti4580]

Lovely rondell wheels, Lovely E31 in Lovely Colour 👍

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Many thanks!

[@louisvl10]

Just managed to get rash on a 16 inch wheel of a 5er, pretty shameful moment… Gonna try this when the sunny days are back, thanks!

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Just take your time, a little bit at a time and it will end up fine!

[@m2kev110]

Nice job Timm especially given the damage 👍😃

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks Kev!

[@keepit1thouznd762]

Does this method work for 2015 f30 335xi 442m wheels?

[@kaler329]

Where can I buy that wet stone from my friend the link in you description looks like a different stone

[@higgilo9]

When I got my MPars they were pretty badly curbed, I did a similar process to take off the rough parts. I had polishing stones on my angle grinder. I wish there was a better way to blend the fixed parts and the existing painted part of the wheel.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Yes, the blending is the difficult bit!

[@wgm247]

Wow check this bad boy with the deep dish rims! Gangster.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

They're not gangster - they are just plain pretty!

[@wgm247]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation such modesty, big respect O.G

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

@@wgm247 Accepted with equal respect!

[@DatGameCollector]

That car is mint!

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Only from 20 feet!

[@DatGameCollector]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation well it looks nice to me!

[@nice95gle]

Such a beautiful car. What happened to BMW. Their modern cars are so boring. But great work. Looks wonderful.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

My thoughts exactly, thanks!

[@Itsme-vo4fx]

After taking off some of the metal, do you need to re-balance the wheel?

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Not unless you take large lumps off - the wheel alloy is pretty light!

[@wernerdanler2742]

Did you forget where you are Timm? It's kerb and tyre. Lol And I'd rather watch grass grow besides my current wheels are chrome so I avoid the curb like a virus. I had wheels like that on my 530i. I really like them.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Oops - I thought about the spelling, curb was easier!

[@wernerdanler2742]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation Never compromise the queens English for your American audience. Lol

[@sophiawinston382]

What is the model number on these wheels and do you have any insight as to where I might be able to purchase a srrt for my 850.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Hello Sophia, they are Rondell 58's - they stopped being produced just after I bought mine in 2012 - lots of E31's have them fitted in the UK

[@tbirdboy]

I suspect Rondell 058. A beautiful wheel. Hard to find too.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

I bought them (Rondell 58's) new for around £800 with tyres! Fat chance of that these days.....

[@lebojay]

E31 🤤

[@believe1002]

Can u tell me what I need Tim. Just Like what u using in video. I Put new 19 inch alloys on my bmw costing me £1400, and I knocked them a couple of times.already ☹️

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Yes, the details are in the description.

[@shanejzx1002]

What wheel style is that

[@dougquaid4745]

Another great video, would it be a good idea to have the wheel rebalanced afterwards? I have an E63 would love to see this technique on those ellipsoid wheels, thanks again Tim

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Thanks Douglas! With the amount I took off on the E31 balancing would not be a bad idea, but the E64 didn't need much at all and would be fine.

[@dougquaid4745]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation thanks Tim, your videos are excellent and even more appreciated during this lockdown period, stay safe and thanks again.

[@gee7670]

I bought a 2023 BMW X6 M50i last month on the 10th and I accidentally grinded the rim at the ATM drive through the next week smh… I’m gonna try this out

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Let us know how you get on!

[@JoRocket77]

I know the feeling.

[@avibphotography]

What finish is that on the lips. Is it diamond cut

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

They are original Rondell 58's so yes, diamond-cut!

[@avibphotography]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation thanks. Ive got the same. Currently they have gone for a refurb and im getting the dishes hand polished

[@-Hooman-]

Man I curbed mine yesterday I was mad car has 1200 miles on it I sanded down myself then applied clear lacquer on it it's looking better then when I pick it up from the show room

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

That's great news, well done!

[@-Hooman-]

@@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation Thanks 👍

[@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn]

Job looks awesome, but the part that was damaged and repaired, don*t you have to put a clear coat to protect the areas,?.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

Hello Enrique, the first time I did this I re-applied lacquer, but on all subsequent repairs I haven't and there has been no corrosion after many years - the alloy stays bright and polished.

[@MarkoVukovic0]

Hang on, aren't those wheels painted? have you not just effectively polished off the paint around the rim?

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

No, they are a polished alloy and the finish is identical after this work as it was before.

[@jre617]

But those wheels are clear-coated. I guess the repaired part will age differently without the clear-coat panted on.

[@TimmsBMWRepairsandInformation]

They don't seem to, you can't really tell the difference!