correct paint color for stock rims

Try Argent silver, Ditzler code #DX8555

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Argent silver, Ditzler code #DX8555

I couldn't find that paint from any local supplier - obsolete number with no current cross reference.

Ditzler DX8555
Note: This info from a Chrysler board as they use the same paint code for various parts.

The Light Textured Argent, part number DX 8555, is obsolete. Medium Textured Argent, part number DNA 8933, can sometimes be found at larger, older Ditzler dealers. Last used in the mid 1970's, it is now all but obsolete. Older Ditzler dealers that have remaining stock can mix this paint for you, but it can also be mixed from currently available paints. Here's how...

LIGHT ARGENT TEXTURED
Ingredients for 1 pint (double for quart)
1/2 ounce DX 204- Radiance Silver
1/2 ounce DDL 8568- Non Smudge Aluminum/aluminum base
3 1/2 ounces DCA 468 High Performance Clear

Add 4 ounces of top grade lacquer thinner with drying time according to temperature. Mix thoroughly and pour in 1 pint touch up gun. Use 10 clean 1/4" ball bearings in paint cup to keep the paint mixed. Use three light coats over an existing finish or four to six coats over unfinished parts. This paint runs VERY easily, allow 5-10 minutes between coats.

MEDIUM ARGENT TEXTURED
The steps are exactly as above, but add black lacquer to darken. Start with six drops per pint and stir thoroughly, then spray a sample to compare to the original finish. Add a drop at a time until you achieve the correct tint.

Spray these paints at 55-60 lbs. keeping the gun 18-30 inches from the surface. Frequently agitate the mixture to maintain uniform consistency because the Radiance Silver is heavy and will settle out quickly.

Also, Year One sells part #QP323, which is Chrysler rally wheel paint, and part #QP8575, which is the textured light argent silver paint used on Chrysler grilles and rally wheel center caps. Both are sold in quart cans.

Eastwood Light Argent Silver
I used Eastwood's Argent Silver then coated with Eastwood semi-gloss clear to facilitate easy cleaning. Campys looked perfect. Others have misted with Eastwood's Cad Silver between the Argent Silver and the semi-gloss clear for a perfect finish, but I found the light argent silver straight from the can looked nearly perfect.

Plastikote Spray Paint
A fellow club member used Plasti-Kote "1001 Bright Silver Metal" in an 11 oz. spray can and reports that it was a good match, and an economical option for repainting original Campys! The label on the can said "Plasti-Kote Body Shop Paint, for Painting Doors, Fenders, Hoods and Other Large Panels on Cars, Trucks & Vans". This paint seems to be very forgiving when it comes to runs and sags, and giving a run a little more spray seems to make it lay down smooth.

Technique: You need about 60 inches of 6 inch wide aluminum flashing - comes in a roll at your local home improvement store. Unroll the flashing and form a ring that just fits outside the wheel rim and snugly down onto the tire. The wheel needs to be off the car and laying flat on a piece of newspaper or cardboard to keep the floor or driveway from turning silver. Clamp the ring with a pair of vice grips to hold it to the correct diameter. Don1t worry about the flashing over lapping itself that usually helps it hold it's shape. Mask off the valve stem and spray away.

Note that Plasti-Kote also lists an Argent Silver (#621) on their website, but I have no idea if it's close to the color we need for Campys; might be worth getting a can to test.

And here's a related article by Mike Drew and Jack DeRyke...

Restoring Magnesium Campagnolo Wheels the Right Way
http://www.realbig.com/detomaso/2000-06/1205.html

Ditto Garth on the Eastwood Argent/Silver. I just refinished my Campis. I used Eastwood Argent followed by 3-4 (light)coats of Eastwood DiamondClear Satin finish.

My local paint store contacted PPG and the old color code DX8555 is formulated to a new color code no. DAR33772 Silver Poly.