super6al Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 Hi All As is the case, I've succumbed to a bit of mission creep in my steering column bush replacement & decided to refresh the steering wheel. I've already removed the original satin chrome (very tough finish but sadly pitted with rust) & intend to paint it Renault Silver as several others have on the forum. Couple of questions 1) Do people then give a clear coat over this finish - satin clear coat? - or just leave the silver finish from the can. I'm a bit concerned about eventual wear/scratches. 2) Has anyone tried a rubber/fabric dye on the fake leather foam rubber rim. Its still serviceable but has faded slightly. Thanks Alan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aardvark Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 I used a clear lacquer on the spokes Alan. It’s holding up very well - did it last year (around 3000 miles ago). I didn’t touch the rubber as it is in good condition with a slight colour loss that I describe as patina. cheers dave Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Waldi Posted September 6, 2020 Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 Alan, I would use a 2K clear paint (rattle can), it will give you a very durable coating. You will gave plenty then, so maybe you can do some other bits at the same time? Waldi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
super6al Posted September 6, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2020 Thanks Gents I sprayed the base metallic coat today & very pleased with the results apart from one area where rub down marks can just be seen. I will fill these with stopper & give another couple of coats before applying a clear coat. I'll try the dye idea on the horn surround before I risk the rim as I have a new surround if it fails. If it does fail then the rim will remain 'patina'd' & won't be out of place as theres plenty more !! Alan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
super6al Posted September 7, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 Just for info - it seems 'Renault Silver Grey Metallic' is no more - at least from Halfords. The product code is no longer listed on the website & it was on the clearance shelf in the store I visited. I searched the forum for a paint code without success - does anyone have a code or another one thats a very close match. At some point I will need to do my steel wheels. Alan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
modelbuilder Posted September 7, 2020 Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 Alan, I can highly recommend www.paints4U.com I have had them mix many paints for me when building models of customers cars or model cars from yesteryear that I was asked to build. They are most knowledgeable, helpful, very quick and supply 400ml cans for around a tenner. why not give them a call on 01472 483386, I bet they can help. Rodders. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
super6al Posted September 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2020 Thanks, Rodders that good to know. Alan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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