THE KERBASAURUS - ALLOY WHEEL REPAIR SPECIALISTS

​Snows Accident Repair Centre, based in Southampton, would clean the wheels, sand down the scuffed area, fill in any deep scratches, prime and paint followed by applying a clear coat for a smooth finish. ​

Snows alloy and diamond cut wheel refurbishment and repairs is located in Southampton. Our specialist team have a number of Kerbasaurus mobile vans that can come out to your home or place of work*.

*Terms and conditions apply. Call us for more details on 02380522522.

The cost to fix alloy wheels are dependent on the severity of the damage and repair complexity. Why not use our simple online quoting system for a free and quick estimate.

The cost of the repair or refurbishment will vary depending on the damage and type of alloy wheel. Why not use our simple online quoting system for a free and quick estimate.

To fix corroded alloy wheels, the process involves cleaning the wheel, removing the corrosion through sanding or blasting, applying primer and paint. This is then sealed with a clear coat. There may be an added cost for acid dipping, depending on how corroded the alloy wheels are. ​

Acid dipping is a process used to remove paint, rust, and other contaminants from metal surfaces by immersing the object in a bath of acid. This process is particularly effective for cleaning and preparing metal surfaces for further treatments, such as painting or powder coating.

For alloy wheels, acid dipping might be necessary for several reasons:

1. Paint Removal: If the alloy wheels have old, chipped, or damaged paint, acid dipping can strip off the paint thoroughly, providing a clean surface for new paint or coating.

2. Rust and Corrosion Removal: Alloy wheels can develop rust and corrosion over time, especially if they are frequently exposed to road salt or harsh weather conditions. Acid dipping removes rust and corrosion, restoring the wheel's surface.

3. Surface Preparation: To ensure proper adhesion of new paint or powder coating, the wheel's surface must be clean and free from contaminants. Acid dipping cleans the surface more effectively than mechanical methods alone.

4. Restoration: For wheels that have accumulated grime, brake dust, or other tough contaminants over time, acid dipping can restore them to a like-new condition.

It's important to note that acid dipping should be performed by professionals, as the process involves handling strong acids that can be hazardous if not managed correctly. Additionally, after acid dipping, the wheels must be neutralised, rinsed, and thoroughly dried to prevent any residual acid from causing damage.

Damaged alloy wheels are usually fixed by cleaning, sanding filling any dents or scratches and then refinishing with paint and a clear coat. Our centre is located in Southampton, Hampshire.

Yes, diamond-cut alloys can be fixed, but they often require professional refurbishment involving re-machining the face of the wheel to restore the original finish.

​Yes, scuff and scratch marks can be fixed by cleaning, sanding, filling, priming, painting and clear coating the affected area. ​

Yes, Snows Accident Repair Centre can fix scraped alloy rims using techniques similar to those for scuffed or scratched alloy wheels. ​​

Alloy wheel refurbishment involves restoring a wheel to its original condition by repairing any damage, sanding, priming, painting and applying a protective clear coat.