Mission Impossible: Refinishing 04 Aspec rims-OEM Color Code? Different Color?

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Old 02-20-2011, 06:19 PM
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Mission Impossible: Refinishing 04 Aspec rims-OEM Color Code? Different Color?

Hi guys I just got myself an 04 Aspec and it came with a set of the 18" 8.5 wide rims. Now, each rim has a 360 degree curbrash and other damage- in short they need LOTS of work.

Below you will see a picture of the same color car I have but the rims I have appear to be darker and more gunmetalish color. Any idea what the OEM color code is so I can get it matched after I work on the rims for a bit? Any tips on how to resurface these myself prior to paint? and what other color would look good on these rims pianted? keep in mind the color of my car

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Old 02-20-2011, 06:20 PM
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or wait, maybe these are the same color I will have to check it out in daylight.

since its an 04 I belive its only one color available?
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I have a set of the original 2004 A-Specs and they are Gunmetal. Unfortunately Acura doesn't have a code for the color.

Buy the Dupli-color Scratch Fix 2 in 1 - NG GM 435 Light gray metallic. It's a damn near perfect match.
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perfect thanks !

what other colors would you recomend that would look good on my car?
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Honestly I think gunmetal is the best looking color on the A-Specs period. I'm having my wheels powdercoated at the beginning of next month and I'm having them done a few shades darker than the current color so they should look more like the Type-S wheels.

If you don't want to stay with gunmetal, I would just do silver. It would give a nice contrast between the car and the wheels. Just my
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The dealer in my area has a program where they will restore a rim to original condition, or close to it, for $99. Maybe you have a dealer in your area that will do the same.
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