Maybe this belongs elsewhere in the forum, if so, please accept my apologies.
I have a 1985 w/ the "X" wheels (plus marks, not sure what to call them - the wheels that seem to be on most 83-85 non GSL-SE cars). I know they should be shiny with the satin finish on the recessed portion of the wheel.
My question is ... I managed to pickup a set of waffle style wheels, that I think were from a 1979 or 1980 RX-7. They appear to have a slight oxidation to them. Can I refinish these? If so, what should they look like in terms of luster (is that the right word?) Should they be a flat finish? Semi-gloss?

thanks.

 

SA rims:
Insides of standard silver waffles - "spokes/face" should be satin-look, edges polished. couple of members here have good write ups on waffle restos, maybe they will chime in...

Stu A
80GS
AZ

 

Check out this thread from North Carolina Tim for tips on Waffle Refinishing:

https://www.rx7club.com/1st-generati...refurb-771611/

 

Stu pretty much nails the waffles look. The small radius lip that surrounds the center cap is also polished.

 

Oh, wow! I have my work cut out for me.
Thanks for the tips.

 

RX-7 waffle wheels remind me of Star Wars. Is it just me?

 

Im guessing it would be a mix of sand cast and machined finish under clear coat, wouldn't it?

 

When you stick your finger in the center hole, beep and twist just the right way, you can download the entire repair history.

 

Beautiful restores. I'm hoping to run these on my FB (1985) at some point.

 

Yep and that silver paint can be done with the silver duplicolor wheel paint you can find in any auto supply store. It was almost a perfect match to my new OEM spare wheel I have.