Monthly Archives: July 2015

All Wheels Get a ‘Club Class’ Treatment at Diamond Alloys

IMG_6286Trade Account Club Class Carriages brought us their customers Bentley GT 19” alloys for a standard painted refurbishment.

They are a new trade account for Diamond Alloys and we are delighted they have selected us to look after this Bentley which is a new addition for their fleet.

The car is almost brand new, however because they are a specialist high end chauffeur company their cars must be pristine at all times and so when a small scuff is sustained a refurbishment is called for.

We don’t take short cuts on our wheel repairs and so these alloys were dipped at the start of the process ensuring all dirt, damage and break dust was removed.

We are delighted that the job was well received and this new trade customer will be sending over the rest of his fleet when repairs are required. Check out our gallery above and see how we transformed the scuffed alloys to a beautiful finish any customer would be delighted to receive.

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Investing in New Alloy Wheel Repair Technology and Equipment

machine-breathe-rightAt Diamond Alloys we are continually evaluating our equipment to ensure we have the latest state of the art technology to produce the best finish for your alloy wheels alongside the quickest turnaround. We are proud to announce that yet another piece of painting equipment has been added to our spacious and well equipped alloy wheel refurbishment centre.

The Breatherite and Wheel booth is primarily used for localised extraction of paint and fume particles. The polluted air is extracted via a specific suction head and directed into the suction hose and into the filter unit. Here, the particles are collected. The clean air passes the fan and returns into the room via the exhaust grid at the back of the unit.

What does this mean to our customers? Simply to improve the turnaround time on individual wheel refurbishment to ensure your alloys and car are back on the road in the shortest time possible, something which we know is important to our cleints.

The Diamond Alloys Team on Show!

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The guys at Diamond Alloys work very hard to get wheels in and turned around quickly….but we do let them out of the workshop sometimes, and last weekend saw a few of the guys pop down to The Auto Show to show off some of our brilliant alloy wheel refurbishments. The event is run by The Rotary Club of Uxbridge to raise money for the Rotary Club of Uxbridge charities.

The weather turned out to be brilliant which resulted in a turnout which was excellent with people coming through the gates steadily throughout the day.

The Diamond Alloys stand was well visited with plenty of people asking questions about the range of finishes we can offer taking the promotional flyers on the day.

Check out the pictures we took at the Auto Show and make a mark in the diary to come along to this wonderful event next year; we’ll certainly book again and look forward to welcoming everyone.

If your car needs a spruce up, then you don’t have to wait til next year, pop down to our West London workshop and we’ll give you a quote on the spot. Alternatively call us on 0845 370 8881 today.

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Range Rover Autobiography Alloy Wheels Get a Powder Coat and Silver Paint Finish

standard-painted-alloy-wheelWe love to keep our trade accounts happy, especially prestige clients like Pegasus Prestige!

With a prestige fleet of chauffeur cars to keep maintained and looking good at all times, Pegasus Prestige supply us with all their chauffeur vehicles including the alloys from this Range Rover  Autobiography. They pride themselves on keeping their cars looking immaculate and so it is important that any scuffed wheels get a refurbishment before going out to clients.

This particular vehicle goes out on hire every week, so we ensured a speedy turnaround was achieved when the alloys were kerbed quite badly on a previous job.

Our guys stripped the rims back to the bare metal before sand blasting, priming and then powder coating for a smooth layer. A final lacquer was applied to help protect them from the elements; a stunning standard painted finish was the result. If you have a fleet of cars and want to keep them looking tip top, then give our guys a call on 0845 370 8881 or email us here.

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Audi A1 Gets a New Look with a Stunning Black Gloss Refurbishment

audi-a1-before-alloy-wheelYou don’t have to wait for your alloy wheels to be scuffed or damaged to get a refurbishment carried out. Many of our customers simply want to spruce up their car by applying a new paint colour to the alloys, which is a relatively cheap way of changing the appearance of your car.

Take a look at these wheels which came into Diamond Alloys via one of our big trade accounts. Their customer simply wanted to change the whole look of their vehicle and had decided that going for gloss black was the best way to achieve this. By outsourcing the job to a specialist alloy wheel repair company like Diamond Alloys meant that not only could a great finish be achieved, but also a speedy service, which is why so many body shop repair centres and garages use our services.

audi-a1-after-alloy-wheelThe process started with our guys stripping the wheel back to the aluminium base. As the car was virtually brand new there was not a great deal of damage so our prep guys only had to repair minor damage before the wheels were primed.

For a smooth surface we always powder coat the alloys before adding a final lacquered layer which gave the wheels a fantastic painted gloss black finish.

Our client Grimshaws told us their customer was very happy and the finish exceeded their expectations, which is always satisfying to hear.

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How to Drive Safely in Summer

It’s tempting to think that it’s only the cold winter months that present hazards to drivers. In fact, the summertime can be just as dangerous for unwary drivers, which is why we’ve put together some top tips for staying safe on the roads this season. They are particularly pertinent if you’re setting off on holiday by car.

Make sure you take regular breaks
Particularly if you’re driving somewhere on holiday, your journey may be longer than you’re used to. Avoid making mistakes by taking regular breaks and staying hydrated.

Check before you drive
If you have access to the internet, a radio or a TV there’s really no excuse for not checking the roads before you travel. Checking for problems on your route can help you plan ahead, not mention cut down on stress which can cause you to make mistakes in the heat of the moment.

Dress appropriately
Don’t wear sandals or other clothing that may impair your driving ability. Change when you get to the beach, not at home!

Distract your kids before they distract you
Children, as parents well know, aren’t famed for their long attention spans. To ensure they don’t distract you while you’re driving, make sure you have enough activities for them to do in the car, be that videos, audiobooks or games they can play in their seats.

Don’t fall behind on servicing
Your call will only work well if it’s regularly checked and maintained. If you’re planning a particularly long journey or a holiday, get the car serviced a few weeks beforehand to avoid any nasty surprises.

Do your own checks
Just because it’s been in the garage recently is no excuse: it’s your responsibility to check basic aspects of your car. These include:

  • tyre pressure
  • oil
  • screenwash
  • water
  • lights
  • presence of sufficient spare parts

This list is not exhaustive – make a list relevant to your specific vehicle and make sure you check off every item before you commence a long journey.

Pack essentials
Always carry bottled water, a torch, an extra mobile phone, batteries, long-life snacks and other essentials in your car. It may sound paranoid but if you break down you’ll be glad to have them.

Research your holiday destination
If you’re taking your car abroad, there may be extra restrictions at your destination that stop you from driving as you would in England. These can include changing the strength of your lights and carrying breathalysers, so it’s worth checking before you travel.