60 replies to this topic

[Spud_133]

I think I like them, but after watching that video, makes me want to put my arm into the tank so much!

[rally515]

I think I like them, but after watching that video, makes me want to put my arm into the tank so much!

ha ha i wonder how easy/hard it is to get off being an ink based material ?

Still eager to see on the car mate pics pics pics please.

[RED HOT]

I love those and have seen other stuff (not wheels) done this way but when you looked closely they never looked quite right, but those look amazing.

So what else are you going to have done. I was thinking door handles and wing mirrors would look good, as would bumpers if they could fit them in a tank, plus the rear number plate light holder

Thanks, I'm not having anything else done, this is the only "out-there" thing I'm doing to the car, everything else is quite subtle!!!

been looking at some ebay d.i.y kits £14 for 400/500ml activator and about 30 pound for the sheet of film thingy stuff that make your thing look brill (prices rouned to the nearest ten countdown style ).

The company linked earlier that did mine also do the DIY kits, but don't forget you'll need to add base coat and lacquer to those prices; much like candy paint the base colour can alter how the finished article looks. It took me months to decide on my base and if you look at the 1st picture I posted you can see how the film has changed this. The base colour can still be seen around the centre of the rim, its actually a very milky chocolate colour.

Still eager to see on the car mate pics pics pics please.

Patience dear boy, I've been waiting almost 2 years to complete this build, so I'm sure another couple of weeks will be fine

Edited by RED HOT, 15 August 2012 - 02:38 PM.

[SamMayfair1996]

These are incredible, just my taste (DAMN I wish I had of known about this and had the idea first) wouldnt want to copy.

Im planning on some wood type effects for my Clubby Estate, just got to save the money and get round to doing it, good job I have a stepdad with a carpentry hobby =).

Enjoy them and be careful when parallel parking!

[yeti21586]

They are fantastic, might have to get in touch with that company, I fancy something abit different fir my winter wheels

[CMXCVIII]

Cedar wheels yew'd painted and elm not surprised they're so poplar!


[They're too good to let brake dust get on them when they're on the car though]

[hardwima.03]

They are the coolest wheels I've ever seen.

[bensheward]

Lovely looking wheels. Look forward to the pictures of the finished build.

[iMurray]

The only pun i can think of is something getting hard... like a woody...

Bahaha They are incredible. i would suggest you put tyres on them... THEN NEVER USE THEM EVER.

Show shoes only!

[yeti21586]

i found something similar for sale in the usa

http://www.buggiesun...heel/W05 103501

[morley]

What a great idea, can't wait to see them fitted!

[Andi-p]

That is a brave move in my opinion. It will open a large can of worms of lovers and haters but bloody hell I love them. I tip my hat to you but I think you will have many followers trying to copy.

[RED HOT]

Thanks for the comments again, still can’t believe how well they've been received! Hope to make some good progress on the car this week, so once the brake, clutch, fuel and coolant lines are done I can fit the wheels and drop her on the floor for proper pictures!

Edited by RED HOT, 26 August 2012 - 10:49 PM.

[F1L8EY]

with so many stylings having been tried with the mini its great to see people still thinking outside the box. they look awesome.

i agree some other wooden bits wouldnt go a miss especially if you had a pick-up for instance.

[rally515]

Any updates on this ?