Audi Alloys : Touch up pen

dibbs26 · 08-03-2007, 03:00 PM

Do Audi do a touch up pen for minor scratches/scrapes on their alloy wheels?.
If not one particular to the wheel colour then what is the closest colour silver to the RS6 wheel?
Many thanks

CactusGreen · 08-03-2007, 03:15 PM

For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. There is a great guide on audiworld.com showing how to's etc. under the tech. section - exterior, think it's under NASA Racer...towards the bottom.... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img]

dibbs26 · 08-03-2007, 03:43 PM

Thanks. Can you get this colour from the dealer in a pen version ?
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techieboy · 08-03-2007, 03:54 PM

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For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical.

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I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in.

dibbs26 · 08-03-2007, 05:20 PM

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For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical.

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I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in.

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Spot on tech [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img], the colour is Avus silver. I called my dealer and they said they do a spray can but no touch up pen. Apparently Audi have never made a car in Avus silver according to the spares dept they have just painted the wheels in this colour ! Looks as I will have to pay £11 for the colour in a can instead of £4 for a pen [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

maersk · 08-03-2007, 05:27 PM

Spray it into the plastic lid and apply with a fine hair artist's brush. Good results.

CactusGreen · 08-03-2007, 06:25 PM

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For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical.

[/ QUOTE ]

I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in.

[/ QUOTE ]
Spot on tech [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img], the colour is Avus silver. I called my dealer and they said they do a spray can but no touch up pen. Apparently Audi have never made a car in Avus silver according to the spares dept they have just painted the wheels in this colour ! Looks as I will have to pay £11 for the colour in a can instead of £4 for a pen [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

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Avus silver is often used - but it's a shade darker/more grey....that's what the aftermarket alloy makers seem to use... guess it depends on how bad the marks are... I find the Wurth silver has lots of the 'aluminium flakes' in it - probably why it comes up a shade lighter - it makes for an interesting finish until the clear is on....feels like sandpaper [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smashfreakB.gif[/img] What about getting the paint code for Avus made up as a pen in Halfords?

The Wurth one is 'Wheel Silver', 400 ml spray can - paint code 0893 351 900, colour ref 1900. so you would still need to use the paint in cap method...

EDIT just found this, but some do not match this...TT 9 spoke and the RS ones apparently - and the $tealer will sell you the body colour in most cases [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img]

Most of the Audi alloy wheels are finished in Avus silver. It is a DIFFERENT paint for the wheels, and the body touch up should only be used if that is all you can get.

Wheel paint code Z17

Body paint code Y7J

maersk · 08-03-2007, 07:25 PM

Where do you source your 'Wurth' paint?

Avus_Bub · 08-03-2007, 08:07 PM

[ QUOTE ]
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For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical.

[/ QUOTE ]

I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in.

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How did you work that out? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

My wheels don't appear to be the same colour as the rest of the car..... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

FYI - Paint code for Avus is Y7J and part number of a touch up = LST OP2 Y7J

As for the wheels just buy a bright silver touch up from Halfords. You'll never match them perfectly.

BUB [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

Nelson_R32 · 08-03-2007, 08:41 PM

Aluminium Silver (colour code Z17) is usually used on Audi Alloys. But I think the RS6 wheels have a slightly different finish to that [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

08-03-2007, 03:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
dibbs26 Audi S3 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,396	Audi Alloys : Touch up pen Do Audi do a touch up pen for minor scratches/scrapes on their alloy wheels?. If not one particular to the wheel colour then what is the closest colour silver to the RS6 wheel? Many thanks __________________ A4 B7 2.0T FSI S-LINE Akoya Silver, Xenon plus pack, RS 6's, MFSW, Phatnoise, Auto dimming mirror, Light/Rain sensor, Bose, Isofix, Split folding seats, Rear side blinds, Rear window blind, Centre armrest, Auto boot Lid, Cargo parcel net/hooks,Loadliner & Votex Rear Diffuser.

08-03-2007, 03:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
CactusGreen Ford Fiesta ST Join Date: May 2003 Location: Buckinghamshire Posts: 242	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. There is a great guide on audiworld.com showing how to's etc. under the tech. section - exterior, think it's under NASA Racer...towards the bottom.... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img] __________________ 01.5 B5 A4 2.4SE Tip - Votex body kit, Hidden Microwave PDC, Pirelli X-Pressure TPMS, Hardwired Bel RX65e, Lamp Guards...and the exclusive Red Logo Audi Sport Valve Stem Caps! and now a Dec 94 80 cabriolet 2.6e auto too.... In the A4 In the cabby

08-03-2007, 03:43 PM	#3 (permalink)
dibbs26 Audi S3 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,396	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen Thanks. Can you get this colour from the dealer in a pen version ? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img] __________________ A4 B7 2.0T FSI S-LINE Akoya Silver, Xenon plus pack, RS 6's, MFSW, Phatnoise, Auto dimming mirror, Light/Rain sensor, Bose, Isofix, Split folding seats, Rear side blinds, Rear window blind, Centre armrest, Auto boot Lid, Cargo parcel net/hooks,Loadliner & Votex Rear Diffuser.

08-03-2007, 03:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
techieboy Mitsubishi Evo X Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Bedford, UK Posts: 2,247	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen [ QUOTE ] For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. [/ QUOTE ] I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in. __________________ A4 2.0T FSI S-line Quattro SpecEd VX220 2.2l Supercharged

08-03-2007, 05:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
dibbs26 Audi S3 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Liverpool Posts: 1,396	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. [/ QUOTE ] I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in. [/ QUOTE ] Spot on tech [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img], the colour is Avus silver. I called my dealer and they said they do a spray can but no touch up pen. Apparently Audi have never made a car in Avus silver according to the spares dept they have just painted the wheels in this colour ! Looks as I will have to pay £11 for the colour in a can instead of £4 for a pen [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img] __________________ A4 B7 2.0T FSI S-LINE Akoya Silver, Xenon plus pack, RS 6's, MFSW, Phatnoise, Auto dimming mirror, Light/Rain sensor, Bose, Isofix, Split folding seats, Rear side blinds, Rear window blind, Centre armrest, Auto boot Lid, Cargo parcel net/hooks,Loadliner & Votex Rear Diffuser.

08-03-2007, 05:27 PM	#6 (permalink)
maersk Saab 9-3 Aero Join Date: May 2004 Location: Inside, looking out! Posts: 990	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen Spray it into the plastic lid and apply with a fine hair artist's brush. Good results. __________________ The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time; and avoiding battles of wit with unarmed adversaries.

08-03-2007, 06:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
CactusGreen Ford Fiesta ST Join Date: May 2003 Location: Buckinghamshire Posts: 242	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. [/ QUOTE ] I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in. [/ QUOTE ] Spot on tech [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/169144-ok.gif[/img], the colour is Avus silver. I called my dealer and they said they do a spray can but no touch up pen. Apparently Audi have never made a car in Avus silver according to the spares dept they have just painted the wheels in this colour ! Looks as I will have to pay £11 for the colour in a can instead of £4 for a pen [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img] [/ QUOTE ] Avus silver is often used - but it's a shade darker/more grey....that's what the aftermarket alloy makers seem to use... guess it depends on how bad the marks are... I find the Wurth silver has lots of the 'aluminium flakes' in it - probably why it comes up a shade lighter - it makes for an interesting finish until the clear is on....feels like sandpaper [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smashfreakB.gif[/img] What about getting the paint code for Avus made up as a pen in Halfords? The Wurth one is 'Wheel Silver', 400 ml spray can - paint code 0893 351 900, colour ref 1900. so you would still need to use the paint in cap method... EDIT just found this, but some do not match this...TT 9 spoke and the RS ones apparently - and the $tealer will sell you the body colour in most cases [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] Most of the Audi alloy wheels are finished in Avus silver. It is a DIFFERENT paint for the wheels, and the body touch up should only be used if that is all you can get. Wheel paint code Z17 Body paint code Y7J __________________ 01.5 B5 A4 2.4SE Tip - Votex body kit, Hidden Microwave PDC, Pirelli X-Pressure TPMS, Hardwired Bel RX65e, Lamp Guards...and the exclusive Red Logo Audi Sport Valve Stem Caps! and now a Dec 94 80 cabriolet 2.6e auto too.... In the A4 In the cabby

08-03-2007, 07:25 PM	#8 (permalink)
maersk Saab 9-3 Aero Join Date: May 2004 Location: Inside, looking out! Posts: 990	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen Where do you source your 'Wurth' paint? __________________ The secret of life is enjoying the passage of time; and avoiding battles of wit with unarmed adversaries.

08-03-2007, 08:07 PM	#9 (permalink)
Avus_Bub Audi RS4 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Surrey Posts: 3,400	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] For some reason don't think Audi have ever done one, or ever released the colour specs [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/fekr.gif[/img] I do know that the silver paint they use....well all German alloys is basically the same as the Wurth Silver - just got some to do up an old (91 ish) Audi 80 10 spoke trim and it's identical. [/ QUOTE ] I thought I remembered reading that Audi Avus Silver was the closest match? Could well be wrong though so don't paint half a wheel without checking first. I'm sure thats what I used when I covered up a couple of scrapes on my B6 before chopping it in. [/ QUOTE ] How did you work that out? [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img] My wheels don't appear to be the same colour as the rest of the car..... [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img] FYI - Paint code for Avus is Y7J and part number of a touch up = LST OP2 Y7J As for the wheels just buy a bright silver touch up from Halfords. You'll never match them perfectly. BUB [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img] __________________ It costs a lot of money to look this cheap. Dolly Parton Bub's 240ps S-Line Quattro Avant & Bikes

08-03-2007, 08:41 PM	#10 (permalink)
Nelson_R32 Nissan GTR Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Essex Posts: 3,897	Re: Audi Alloys : Touch up pen Aluminium Silver (colour code Z17) is usually used on Audi Alloys. But I think the RS6 wheels have a slightly different finish to that [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

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