[Japper69]

Originally Posted by BishUK

Great job, looks neat. I did this to my own car recently but in silver. I decided this area was the major culprit responsible for all the orange rust water spins out when you first drive off after a wheel wash. Mine were incredible rusty and moist so stripped them back and painted. I didn?t go as far as you in terms of removing the calliper and disk - didn?t really know how - is it as simple as unscrewing the two Allen bolts on the disc head?

?? The area responsible for all the orange rust on newly cleaned alloys comes from the rotors.

[BishUK]

Originally Posted by Japper69

?? The area responsible for all the orange rust on newly cleaned alloys comes from the rotors.

Some of it does but it is not as clear cut as that. One can manage the rotor drip by simply using and air gun to them, but the areas that this chap, and I have painted are unreachable and hold/store lots of rusty orange water - certainly in the U.K. where we have lots of rain!

[Japper69]

Originally Posted by BishUK

Some of it does but it is not as clear cut as that. One can manage the rotor drip by simply using and air gun to them, but the areas that this chap, and I have painted are unreachable and hold/store lots of rusty orange water - certainly in the U.K. where we have lots of rain!

Then simply pack this area with grease, job done!

I am a native, I know it rains here 😄

[Japper69]

Originally Posted by BishUK

Some of it does but it is not as clear cut as that. One can manage the rotor drip by simply using and air gun to them, but the areas that this chap, and I have painted are unreachable and hold/store lots of rusty orange water - certainly in the U.K. where we have lots of rain!

Air gun or hot air dryer will only blast off water from the front of rotor. You’re still getting water / rust marks from in the vanes / rear of rotor way more than this area that can only seal out past the badge!

[BishUK]

Originally Posted by Japper69

Air gun or hot air dryer will only blast off water from the front of rotor. You’re still getting water / rust marks from in the vanes / rear of rotor way more than this area that can only seal out past the badge!

All depends on your detailing skills and levels of dedication I guess. If you are happy with what you do then that is all that matters I guess.

[look585]

Originally Posted by Japper69

Be careful this does not cause you more grief than any perceived benefit. The hub to wheel bore has very little clearance. I had a set of winter steeled powder coated years ago and the wheel bore was not dressed out. They fit on fine but trying to get them off come spring was ridiculous. Had to get them in a shop on 4 poster and two guys with heavy mallets on a block of wood while the other rotated slowly. Took 1 hour of hard labour to get 4 wheels off. The heat obviously softens the paint and welds to the wheel.

Ever try to take off a wheel with a rusty hub?
I use to be partners at a German auto shop and try to take of some of these wheels, especially BMWs'. I kn ow exactly what you mean taking an hour to get off wheels. And, God help you if you had steel hubs on steel rotors.

There are no issues here but thanks.

[lax01]

Originally Posted by hogger453

There are no issues here but thanks.

Hah, haven't had that issue since I moved from the Mid-Atlantic and other rust-belt areas...

[look585]

Originally Posted by Japper69

Then simply pack this area with grease, job done!

I am a native, I know it rains here 😄

Why?

You sound someone that works at the local supermarket. We call them butchers.
Grease flies everywhere.

Stop with the hatred.

[Japper69]

Originally Posted by hogger453

Why?

You sound someone that works at the local supermarket. We call them butchers.
Grease flies everywhere.

Stop with the hatred.

What hatred, just passing on another experience. Take it how you want sir !

[look585]

Originally Posted by Japper69

What hatred, just passing on another experience. Take it how you want sir !

Sorry, my mistake.

[Pyrat 2]

Anti seize on the hub during wheel installation equals no issue on removal and no rust. That said I too would be a little nervous on the hub fitment after applying paint to the hub surface.

[look585]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

Anti seize on the hub during wheel installation equals no issue on removal and no rust. That said I too would be a little nervous on the hub fitment after applying paint to the hub surface.

Then apply your ant-sieze.

Hub fitment is just fine.

[Pyrat 2]

Originally Posted by hogger453

Then apply your ant-sieze.

Hub fitment is just fine.

on the attitude lighten up

[M2Nebula]

Originally Posted by Pyrat 2

Anti seize on the hub during wheel installation equals no issue on removal and no rust. That said I too would be a little nervous on the hub fitment after applying paint to the hub surface.

Can't recall what the wheel to hub tolerance is off the top of my head, but adding paint will exceed it as it is fairly tight. Masking the mating surface prior to painting would have been prudent and then you could have the best of both worlds. Paint where the non contact areas may rust and a small area of anti-seize circumferentially around the mating surfaces. Seems like a good compromise and would adhere closer to the intended design of the fitament.

[look585]

Been a machinist for 1st. 13 years of my adult life and didn't know we had so many on this forum?

How many can read a micrometer?

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[ORIGIN M.]

Originally Posted by hogger453

Been a machinist for 1st. 13 years of my adult life and didn't know we had so many on this forum?

How many can read a micrometer?

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Let me Google that and get right back to you.

[M2Nebula]

Originally Posted by hogger453

Been a machinist for 1st. 13 years of my adult life and didn't know we had so many on this forum?

How many can read a micrometer?

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Originally Posted by hogger453

Been a machinist for 1st. 13 years of my adult life and didn't know we had so many on this forum?

How many can read a micrometer?

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Never underestimate those who are around you, even the guy sweeping the floor.

Actually, I oversaw a metrology lab at one point in my career and more recently performed outside inspection sourcing for Rolls-Royce jet engine facility in Inidianapolis. Almost had ANSI Y14.5M memorized when I was younger and using it on a daily basis. Also worked in many investment casting foundries that produce jet engine components, both structural and high pressure turbine made from inconel, cobalt, and titanium alloys. Worked with many machinists on tooling and fixturing and can set-up/operate a variety of equipment myself.

Now that you have my partial resume, please stop being so defensive, this is not a personal attack on your wisdom or manhood. The fact is three folks suggested ideas that were consistent with normal industry methods of addressing your concern. Part of your idea had merit which was acknowledged.

Please proceed and enjoy your project and your M2.

[M2s9pa]

Originally Posted by Deso

Received my winter shoes

Rims and tires spec please?

[M2wolf]

Had a pal fit a wagner fmic for me.

Big thank you to J!

[Deso]

Originally Posted by M2s9pa

Rims and tires spec please?

Square setup from Tirerack.

18X8.5 TRMOTORSPORT C4 LT GREY
245/40R-18 MICHELIN PILOT ALPIN PA4 XL


Here is a pic from another member that posted these rims mounted with X-ice tires.

[///Cardia]

Added 3M tints (50% Windshield /35% Front / 20% Rear)

[lax01]

Applied GTechniq Crystal Serum Light after a full detail....







Still curing...hope I applied it right