I dont think they are Mickey thompson! Do you? - Page 3

01_ranger_4x4 · #31 08-18-2010, 08:15 PM

Damn dude, you just got hooked up! That's a hell of a deal

Clinton · #32 08-18-2010, 08:32 PM

I know!! It's a good day!

dixie_boysles · #33 08-18-2010, 08:35 PM

glad i could help, Patrick will tell ya Trent is a good guy so no worries there! now all you need are the lugs and a good cleaning!!

I was told that the Powerball cone was the BEST way to polish these after sanding on them with fine grit sandpaper, go ahead and make them things look like new before you have em mounted

01_ranger_4x4 · #34 08-18-2010, 08:39 PM

I second tbe powerball.

dixie_boysles · #35 08-18-2010, 08:43 PM

im actually gonna pick up the regular powerball because i need it to polish my toolbox as well

Clinton · #36 08-18-2010, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dixie_boysles

glad i could help, Patrick will tell ya Trent is a good guy so no worries there! now all you need are the lugs and a good cleaning!!

I was told that the Powerball cone was the BEST way to polish these after sanding on them with fine grit sandpaper, go ahead and make them things look like new before you have em mounted

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Originally Posted by 01_ranger_4x4

I second tbe powerball.

Oh I definately will! I'll be in my garage the whole weekend, mickey thompson, case of beer and sandpaper!! Anyone wants to drink with me is more than welcome!

Clinton · #37 08-19-2010, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by dixie_boysles

im actually gonna pick up the regular powerball because i need it to polish my toolbox as well

Powerball your toolbox? Wow dude you are on an all new level of cleanliness!!!

dixie_boysles · #38 08-19-2010, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Clinton

Powerball your toolbox? Wow dude you are on an all new level of cleanliness!!!

haha yeah its aluminum too. When I put the new wheels on, it looks even duller than it already is! makes the truck look bad with shiny wheels, shiny grill and tow hooks, and a weathered toolbox! I even take and wash the toolbox in and out so it doesnt stink and it stays organized as hell. Tools on the passngerside with a tray above for my mevhanic gloves, hitch reciever, and tie downs. On the driver side kept clean for clothes or whatever.

Also when I eat out or get something to go, that shit doesnt go in the truck unless i eat in there. If im carrying it home, it goes in the toolbox, I dont want that shit smelling up my cab so when i open it in the morning, i get the smell of food

Redneckstone · #39 08-19-2010, 05:24 AM

Wet sand and power ball with meguiars metal polish... just like my how to and it will look like brand new. if there not to pitted just use 2000 grit. and polish

FX4 · #40 08-19-2010, 08:00 AM

you can also use the eastwood kit if you want, that's what I use on all of my metal polishing. It comes with nice buffing cones to get all the cracks and such):
http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-buffing-kit.html

here's some pics of the it in use (keep in mind this was just a simple clean up, I wasn't going for perfection per customer's needs):

you will still have to sand them down though...

dixie_boysles · #41 08-19-2010, 08:27 AM

Clinton, Trent texted me, they are packaged up and on the way to the post office. he said that Paypal should have emailed you a tracking number; if not, let me know.

BTW, they are coming from High Point, NC

Clinton · #42 08-19-2010, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Redneckstone

Wet sand and power ball with meguiars metal polish... just like my how to and it will look like brand new. if there not to pitted just use 2000 grit. and polish

Awesome write up! They are pitted so i'll follow your instructions! Thank you!

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Originally Posted by FX4

you can also use the eastwood kit if you want, that's what I use on all of my metal polishing. It comes with nice buffing cones to get all the cracks and such):
http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-buffing-kit.html

here's some pics of the it in use (keep in mind this was just a simple clean up, I wasn't going for perfection per customer's needs):

you will still have to sand them down though...

I'm going to try the wet sanding, they are pitted but thanks!

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Originally Posted by dixie_boysles

Clinton, Trent texted me, they are packaged up and on the way to the post office. he said that Paypal should have emailed you a tracking number; if not, let me know.

BTW, they are coming from High Point, NC

I just got the email! Thanks for the hookup! I owe ya one, maybe i'll take the steps off and name my truck Dixie!

dixie_boysles · #43 08-19-2010, 10:29 AM

Haha!

SmokeyMcPot420 · #44 08-19-2010, 10:04 PM

what are you doing with your current wheels and tires when you take them off?

Clinton · #45 08-19-2010, 10:30 PM

I have an extra set of 33's I may use them for the winter with the spare rims. I already had an offer of 200.00 for them but I don't know if I should get rid of them or not.