Severely Neglected Wheel Restoration

Another week another severely neglected and rusty item goes onto the bench to get brought back to life!
This week the item in question is a SEVERELY NEGLECTED MOTORCYCLE WHEEL that has certainly seen better days.
Now before i begin the description i would like to take a moment to say this wheel is NOT going back on the road so please dont flood the comments section saying that i never used new bolts for the brake disc or torqued them down to the required lbs/ft or removed or replaced the bearings etc etc you get the idea.
Also let me know what you think of the editing on this one, ive tried to cut it down and speed up the more boring sections to keep the overall time down as i know lots of you guys wont have a good hour and a half spare to watch a wheel being refurbished at normal speeds. If you think its to fast and choppy please let me know and ill revert to the longer and less choppy cuts.
Anyway.....
First thing is first the obligatory before close up and as you can see from it the wheel is in a very poor condition, sitting in a muddy corner for years and spiders living in the centre hub have certainly made a monster out of this once lovely wheel!
The first job on the list was to get in on the tyre machine and get the beads broken to allow the shoe of the machine to lift the tyre off, then while it was clamped in the machine i thought this is a perfect time to remove the brake disc bolts while its clamped down to a solid surface as these bolts can be a right pig to remove if they have been over tightened and flooded with thread locking compound. To my surprise they broke loose fairly easily.
Next on the list was getting it on the workbench and getting it torn down completely first out were the cushions for the drive sprocket (actually in very good condition for the age and the weathering they have been through!) then off the the old valve neck and wheel weights.
The brake disc and bolts were then put in a DEOX C bath while i worked on the rest of the rim.
To clean the surface grime and muck from the rim CONCEPT CHEMICALS MASTER CLEANER was used at a low dilution ration then agitated aggressively with a VIKAN brush after soaking for a few minutes it was time to pressure wash it clean and get a look at what i actually had to play with. It wasn't too bad but definitely did require a lot of attention to get it looking its best again!
Out came the PAINT PANTHER for the next stage which was to remove the old nasty paint to reveal the lovely diamond cut alloy edges and shot peened hub and spokes, Not being a fan of polished metal it was at this point i decided on an all paint finish but at this stage i wasn't sure about colour.
After a bit of wire brushing with the dremel and a good hand sanding it was time to get it masked up and into primer.
First came 2 light coats of U-POL ETCH PRIMER to give the high build primer a solid base to grip onto.The HIGH SOLID HIGH BUILD PRIMER went on in three coats with sufficient time left between coats for maximum build. After that was dry a bit of wet sanding was required mostly in the centre of the wheel to eradicate the shot peening marks so that the rim would have a uniform gloss finish when done. PREPARATION IS THE KEY TO A FANTASTIC FINISH!
For doing the base coat and lacquering it is necessary to make some sort of rig so that you can get at both sides of the wheel instantly, if you only try to paint one side of a wheel and then flip it over to get the other side all you end up with is one side that looks passable and the other that looks shockingly bad! Before i could begin painting it was necessary to do a few touch ups with a little aerosol primer where i had to sand quite far down to get a uniform smooth finish after that was done and dried it was time to spray my colour choice REPSOL ORANGE
After the base and clear was done i took the mad notion to run a single pin stripe round and im glad i did i really like the way the silver pops out from the REPSOL ORANGE.
Then it was simply a case of cleaning up a few bolts and re-assembling the wheel.
If you like what you see and have any ideas for the channel please let me know in the comment section.
And as usual if you liked the video please like subscribe and share this video and help the channel grow.
Really Random Channel.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey Guys, As you have probably noticed already i have updated the channel name and logo. The channel is no longer Really Random Channel it is now RRC Restoration. Just incase you were wondering why the water marks in the video still say Really Random Channel. Enjoy.

[@lolol4129]

Woah

[@marioap9936]

Where did you get deox from??

[@CKMOTORS._]

Old bearings ??

[@lohitcinephotography]

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[@duncankirkaldy207]

You should not use paint stripper on aluminium it changes the chemical structure of the metal weakening it.

[@RRCRestoration]

Due to the sheer amount of negative comments i am getting from people i feel it necessary to pin a comment here explaining why i didn't remove or change the wheel bearings and the reason is very simple. The wheel is NOT going back on the road it is going to be wall mounted and backlit as a feature. so i dont see the point of wasting perfectly good money on a brand new bearing just to have it hanging on a wall when the old ruined one does equally as good a job. Thanks for your understanding RRC So now we have moved on from the bearings and onto the thread lock.... seriously?

[@MonoMoto]

hah thanks ! was wondering about that and also re-using the kush-drive pads :) - Sorry OCD in us is taking over after seeing all that beautiful craftsmanship and then not seeing new bearings going in hahaha

[@InFlamesOfSorrow]

You didnt Pin your comment ! :-) And thanks for making this clear... i was wondering the same! I thought... why restoring everything and then leaving some rust inside of the wheel? (ment the Bearing) But now its clear...

[@redneckmechanic8094]

Really Random Channel glad ya said something cause it bothered me the whole video but good job man 👍🏻

[@Spiderelectron]

Ignore the negative people, they are sad and have nothing better to do. It doesn't hurt your youtube channel - all interactions, +ve and -ve are the same in KZbin terms. Great stuff! One more subscriber today!

[@JNorth87]

If its never going on the road, why use stud locker on the caliper bolts?

[@michaelmatthews8171]

So good to see the the centre of the wheel painted too as in where the tyre fits so any corrosion removed and a good seal for the tyre..Great work...

[@bboybossy]

I watched hole video. Really impressed me. You are working perfectly already. I wish I meet hole my life with the person whose work like you. Great great just great

[@qave]

thank you for not using any music.

[@airindiana]

This, agreed

[@user-sx8fl4nj1m]

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[@farhanashraf6850]

so you are here for asmr

[@deqlazila2616]

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[@lebosskev]

@@Sms8668 xDDDDDDDDDDDDD that genious

[@shinraorg]

Very pleasing to watch. Man this guy has faster hands than machines.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks very much :)

[@singhalrohit01]

You know it's sped up right?

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey Guys, Dont forget to check out my new series of videos fully restoring an old HONDA C90 -kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXi1c4monLh-e7M

[@joyhebron729]

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[@paolobotti5570]

Hi Sir, what do you use for clean bolt and disc? thanks

[@shamimjalali9308]

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[@nonamename7088]

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[@musk7780]

happy video banaya hai

[@dinudaniel261]

Almost 16mil views in 8 months!!! Congratulations!!!great videos,keep up the good work

[@jonascarlsson9826]

Fantastic work! For a moment I felt the urge for going to the garage, cleaning stuff.

[@googledude7459]

lovely video i love the fact that there is no unnecessary music in the background..! thanks for sharing and great job out there ..cheers mate

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for the comment. Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@googledude7459]

i meant love not live lol anyway you got yourself a new subscriber from Mauritius island .well im actually having a look at your channel ..one word . fantastic waiting for the next video ..greetings mate

[@greenland2854]

I LOVE WHAT YOU DO! You do not try to be famous by showing off you face but focus on the task on hand. I love the description you spent time to explain it. The speed is just right, since it needs to cover lot of details. One thing for sure is you have stamina and well organised than I am. I have learnt from you not just reviving the items. Keep going! Thank you so much!

[@Saavik256]

Holy crap, the difference between the disgusting starting state and the *gorgeous* end result is absolutely amazing!

[@notsteve1475]

Absolutely stunning. PRO work...

[@RRCRestoration]

Thanks a lot :)

[@TheMrWoodsman]

Please don’t take any notice of negative comments on your video, watching you work was very satisfying and enjoyable, what you do is up to you and remember it’s your project, so do what you want to do and stuff anyone that has a negative comment.

[@TheRyanator36910]

agreed

[@CarlosRamirez-nw7ew]

Enjoy Making Stuff. Iuujb

[@kjprice1443]

Brilliant work. Always a pleasure to watch a skilled workman!

[@missyscurlock7964]

That is completely amazing !! First I've seen anything like this. Perfect 👌 job ! 😘

[@user-hy7ul3co1h]

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[@TheMlgFox]

This came out magnificently, great job dude.

[@dion_aldi]

Why would anyone dislike this video? I watched the entire vid and I love it.. thx for sharing!

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey,Thanks for your kind comment! :)

[@jasont2074]

BET THATS SO REWARDING!!! Top job, was so satisfying to watch, a lot of skill there

[@RRCRestoration]

Thanks very much :)

[@sparrovski]

Its amazing what can be done when you have the right gear, workplace and knowledge.

[@prince9567286549]

The video was so pleasing to watch... Great job there

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for the comment.

[@JimmysJunk]

This is so oddly satisfying. I watched from start to finish just because I wanted to see it all. lol

[@ChadwickRider]

Okay, gotta say... using the jack stands for application was genius! I'm definitely borrowing this method, thanks for sharing!

[@RRCRestoration]

Haha no problem, Glad you learned a trick of the trade ;) Thank you for watching

[@MayorofDipshittery-lq7if]

Very therapeutic and shows what a bit of effort can achieve.

[@LorraineHatrix]

Beautiful restoration, I loved watching all the way through XO

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much! :)

[@that1dude552]

This was fantastic, thank you for spending your money on these things for our pleasure meant... I appreciate that my friend

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks very much for your kind comment. :)

[@jimgloyd4238]

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[@fullgametherapy3716]

Repsol fans would mighty appreciate this work. And I'm 1 of them :)

[@uhtred7860]

You're a fan of a Global petrochemical Company? Kind of a weird thing to be a fan of, but Ok. :-)

[@prpp1809]

i dont have to look for anymore for how to videos on this subject youve covered it all, thank you bro! gonna get supplies and start on my 90 1100 katana rims hopefully equal to your job!

[@EternityIl]

Amazing restoration! From mexico🇲🇽

[@rodneyc.rutherford5674]

Hey you did a great job. If people had a little common since they would understand you did the video to show how you can make old stuff look good. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@kadekadiptra4578]

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[@briggsfartblender788]

What a transformation! A work of art mate.

[@davidthomson7815]

Talented with all the restorations I've seen. Well done!

[@joses8669]

You did an AMAZING JOB

[@prasoetchaioakson1124]

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[@antoniod.akasoldierofthelo6226]

My friend some people will spend alot of time & energy being negative of what others are doing. You never know who you are inspiring, keep up the good work 👊

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for your kind comment :)

[@BlackBladeDesign]

I've got almost these exact wheels on my fzr250 that I need to restore. This is satisfying and really informative thanks!

[@RRCRestoration]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@justinmahar5208]

Incredible attention to detail, great restoration mate. Well done.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much :)

[@chicago1680]

Bravo man Bravo. You have skills great vid. No music no bs no yapping. Get down to business I love it.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for the comment and im glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@sldierboy]

Awesome work. I’ve seen your other videos before but never clicked. You have one more sub. About to watch the other videos you’ve made. Way to go on your attention to detail. Looks amazing.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Glad to have you as a subscriber :). In the past few videos i have made big changes to the way i film and carry out the restorations, changes for the better i think. my early stuff isnt really as professional as it could be but the only way to get better is practice as they say: )

[@zbychlane4589]

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[@willadams9001]

Oh this is you! Wow I’m on a KZbin nostalgia rabbit hole this evening - it’s not the same without the voiceovers we get in 2022

[@ghosthunter679]

Backlit and wall mounted ..awsome dude . I paint cars for a large car supermarket but rearly get time to do a project for myself ..this has inspired me to do a set of old Capri alloys 👍

[@KillSwitchNY]

That spindle you made on the 2 jack stands to paint easily was genious.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thanks very much :)

[@obfuscated3090]

Useful and well done video!I have my wheels sand blasted by my local monument shop. Those all have powerful engine driven compressors and large industrial blast pots so most do blasting on the side. (I also trade farm eggs for blast work, everyone wins!) As for the fools manstruating about wheel bearings. what I do would REALLY trigger them: I use sections of quality 7/8" diameter allthread with nuts and large washers in place of the axle. I seal the washers to the wheel hub using clear RTV. Most people don't know standard automotive RTV sealant easily survives powder coating! I don't pull the old bearings and seals before sand blasting, powder coating or paint. The allthread is even more convenient than an old stock axle. Sand doesn't get in and the old grease doesn't escape. Of course I pull the old seals (the heat doesn't bother them so if you KNOW your bearings are good you can leave them in place) to inspect the old bearings which I usually replace since they are dirt cheap. I block off steering necks this way when blasting and coating frames. No need to pull the bearing races that way. I've had four pairs of wheels and four frames (including my mentors Catalina Gold Star and 1939 Indian Chief frames, he's a restorer and was delighted) powder coated this way so far

[@monk3yface99]

Ob Fuscated how long did it take you to write this??

[@arjunameera6658]

Perfect job, without bgm. Love you man ❤❤❤

[@SY-if9vj]

Very satisfying to watch, thank you.

[@parillascrambler8492]

Very nice, its refreshing to see the type of patience it takes to restore something like this and it's very satisfying to see the results.

[@Kushal-xs3qo]

Very satisfying video

[@hugokachurovsky9607]

Mwpoukon

[@sendheron1]

😳😳Wow!! What a difference, Class job 👏👏👍👍

[@JMKGarage]

That sure turned out looking great! Nice work!

[@HEKTIC458]

Looks mint

[@keeswu9538]

You've got a talent buddy keep it up And i enjoyed your video

[@GhostRider-ms1ep]

NICE WORK BRO, ITS ALL ART. RESTORING SOME THING IS LIKE GIVING A NEW LIFE TO SOME THING. KEEP ON DOING THAT. LOVED THE VIDEO.

[@johnkaimins9998]

What an absolutely Beautiful colour! - reminds me of a Mango. Well done.

[@RRCRestoration]

Glad you like it :)

[@danilosp7777]

Perfect, Good Job

[@hbb2313]

you have amazing tools ❤

[@pedjapopovic8738]

nice detailed work...was pleasure watching your clip

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much :)

[@williamstone267]

That turned out absolutely beautiful!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@electronicshelpcare]

Thanks.nice video.

[@climbjay]

I fucking love these video where they speed up the entire process in certain parts and keep the sound! SO satisfying hearing what a liquid spray bottle sounds like at x8 speed 😁

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for the comment and im very glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@arq.juanpablo7132]

VALENTÍN

[@edmarkham2632]

Great looking wheel. Nice job.

[@pacobanshee5265]

Somehow, now I feel relieved… hahaha! Cool video, nice work!! 🤘🏻👽

[@nordrock2907]

Excellent job! I like the colour you chose for the wheel it reminds me of Honda Repsol MotoGP team.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for the comment. You have a good eye because thats exactly what the colour is Repsol orange ;)

[@randalljames1]

On a Suzuki wheel... oh the pain....

[@TheDonkeyworks]

We need one of those tire machines bad. That going to look awesome as a feature! Ignore all the negative stuff, it comes with the territory.

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey,Thanks for your comment! :)

[@markjackson887]

Great job, very enjoyable watch.

[@Mytwistedvoices]

I had my motorcycle rims restored to the same color. I had to look twice! Beautiful!

[@TizzaOG]

Respect Dude!!

[@m.fajarmaulana432]

it's Tizza end the

[@user-rz9rg5og6j]

😫

[@bellavistha5485]

Tizza the respeter lol😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@James-bg1hm]

Got some fancy tools there. When I want to change a tire I have to use a bunch of flat head screwdrivers, a nice cinderblocks to sit on, and a lot of cursing.

[@axomfitnessbuddy6741]

😂 seriously underrated comment!

[@janainapires6514]

Congratulations! Excellent job.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@danielburke6536]

Really enjoyed watching this..

[@kenbrown6095]

that was freakin cool to watch!

[@RRCRestoration]

Glad you liked it :) More videos coming soon ;)

[@o.rgarage9660]

This is MY type of asmr 😍😍😂

[@jdheli9504]

This is my type of porn. 😁

[@pixel6173]

This is my type of a KZbin video about restoring an old wheel

[@fabtapiag]

Wonderful, Budy !!!

[@arvind2307]

Just blew my mind mate.. Good job

[@ODNA_GAZ]

Шикарно👍👍👍 Super 👏👏👏

[@SergioInzunza]

Thanks for my quick fix of OCD.

[@ronnelbeldia2626]

Even it is 2 years ago i still impressed on skill and the step by step procedure of your work 👌👍😁

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you very much! :)

[@jz3277]

Nice job ! Looks good, the prep is the biggest job..

[@DameAndThatGame]

Brilliant job! Next video, Jack Stand Restoration :)

[@RRCRestoration]

If you guys would like to see that id happily create a video doing it ;) Thanks for the comment.

[@safedrive32]

I was thinking the same!

[@corycarpenter4218]

Thought the same thing. Just found the channel and watched 3 vids already haha

[@ezelk1337]

Fantastic job! What brand of paint did you use? Thanks

[@sadboymc2316]

behind the scene

[@morkios.v3572]

Good job!!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@user-pl4cc7vf4q]

Professional approach!👌

[@justinabraham7291]

Good job. That was satifying to watch.

[@Kushal-xs3qo]

Perfect working style

[@tyoudethassan8875]

Kushal G @ 445555

[@AH-fl4lx]

Next restoration, the tire machine🤔

[@hussssshie]

Who would've thought the plate was yellow if the jaws didn't move 😂

[@udaipursalamudaipur9953]

A H येगेश

[@Stu-SB]

LOL

[@camerondavis2012]

Lmao

[@kvrreddy1605]

I am an auto enthusiast and I am aware this wheel is not going on the road, but such meticulous restoration is satisfying to watch. Great job.

[@RRCRestoration]

Glad you liked it :)

[@Kingston1942]

You did very cool job! NICE!

[@user-ny4si4tk1r]

You’re absolutely Legend 😰🔥

[@Mancittyedits]

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[@user-ny4si4tk1r]

sanjay lama and still

[@alexlieutenant4003]

Holy shit this guy gets soo many views ....... and i like it because it's WELL DESERVED

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks very much for your kind comment :)

[@Sms8668]

Mouad L. Hd No lie. Freaky Skilled !!

[@andres4428]

Felicitaciones. Excelente trabajo, quedó mejor que nuevo. 💪👍

[@johnking6478]

Really amazing bro 😱👏👏

[@xandercagerobert7500]

I love how you do that...

[@supremoyt4699]

The satisfaction. You earned my respect sir. Great video. #newsubscriber

[@RRCRestoration]

Hey, Thanks for your comment and your sub is much appreciated! :)

[@user-hc6jb3uh9c]

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[@robertcook9130]

The rim turned into a beauty!!!

[@RRCRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@dopeyd70]

Nice job done thoroughly 👍

[@MOTOPILOT6]

Well done. But I was waiting to see you heat the wheel to drop out those hammered bearings for a new set. Not sure I'd trust those rubber sprocket hub cushions either. But still...inspiring work. MP

[@HalfdeadRider]

The cush drive rubbers are not dry hard and cracked, I personally would maybe have used a bit of silicon grease on them to make sure they stayed that way, rubbed on left to absorb for a while and wipe off excess so won't pick up dirt. As for the bearings, maybe best to while the wheel is off the bike and as the wheel was in that condition, but they could be fine, anyway he done what he said he would do.

[@rickvasquez6677]

@@HalfdeadRider shut up

[@HalfdeadRider]

@@rickvasquez6677 gonna make me! 🤣🤣

[@seymourskinner2533]

My thoughts too. I’d be changing the bearings at least. Probably those rubbers as well

[@mhsucio6830]

Dude I am literally bothered at the fact he does all of this pretty damn well…. Yet didn’t change the fucking bearings…… WTF!?

[@Trickshot72]

The silver stripe was a lovely touch.

[@RRCRestoration]

Thanks very much. i wasn't too sure about it at first thats why i didnt put it under the clear but im glad i put it on now.

[@PadmaDorjee]

This is an excellent restoration and you have inspired me to do the same thing.

[@jaafarmohsin4260]

Very clean work great job sir

[@brotherdom1]

wow looks sweet now

[@vicentechavezmandujano7227]

Muchas felicidades, por tus trabajos, están, muy bien hechos. Y k buenos videos, 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@user-tj1zq4or5l]

Vicente Chavez Mandujano التحريري

[@gabrielortega706]

Uuuu

[@lma8044]

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[@aabelx99]

Tio no estabas en la cárcel?

[@user-jp2pn8bd6b]

GREAT video man!

[@jonaspalm8287]

Wow that looks good. Nice job man👌🏼

[@RRCRestoration]

Glad you like it! :)