ALLOY WHEEL KNOWLEDGE HUB
Everything you need to know about alloy wheel damage, repair, finishes, and aftercare,
written by the engineers at the Alloy AutoShine workshop, Unit 2A United Downs Industrial Park, St Day, Cornwall.
CLUSTER 1 — DAMAGE & SAFETY
Panicked after hitting a pothole or kerbing a wheel? These guides explain exactly what the damage means, what the risks are, and what your repair options are.
Cornwall’s rural roads are brutal on modern alloys. Learn how to identify structural pothole damage and when replacement is the only safe option.
A buckled alloy destroys suspension components and confuses your ABS sensors. Find out exactly what risks you’re taking and how we fix it.
Not all cracks are equal. Our engineers explain the exact locations where TIG welding is safe and where it’s illegal to repair.
The real cost breakdown between a cheap mobile smart repair and a permanent workshop refurbishment and why one of them is a waste of money.
CLUSTER 2 — PROCESS & FINISHES
Understand the difference between every finish type, how each process works, and how to choose the right option for your car and your lifestyle.
Two completely different processes, two very different maintenance requirements. We explain both, including why Cornwall’s coastal climate matters.
Diamond cutting removes metal permanently. Exceed the limit and your wheel becomes structurally unsafe. Here’s the engineering truth.
From acid stripping to dynamic balancing, the full, unvarnished truth about what a proper factory-grade workshop refurbishment actually involves.
Tired of scrubbing your wheels every week? The right colour choice can dramatically reduce your maintenance time. Here’s what actually works.
CLUSTER 3 — AFTERCARE
Protect your investment. These guides cover everything you need to keep your refurbished wheels looking pristine, especially in Cornwall’s harsh coastal climate.
The wrong wheel cleaner will destroy your diamond cut finish in one winter. Learn the pH chemistry, the correct products, and the optimal routine.
Salt air, road grit, and hidden potholes make Cornwall’s winters uniquely destructive. Here’s how to protect your wheels before the damage starts.
Not all wheel cleaners are safe on powder coat. We break down the chemistry and recommend the specific products our workshop team actually uses.
Our St Day workshop serves all of Cornwall and Devon. Get a free quote today, no mobile vans, no shortcuts, just factory-grade results. Unit 2A United Downs Industrial Park, St Day, Cornwall, TR16 5HY.
