mikem01 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Anyone know where I might find a color code for the wheels? Looking to replace a wheel on my 05 lgt LTD and can seem to find the exact color I need. I've seen silver, silver sparkle in both medium and bright. Can't find anything in the vacation pics or online Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
relative4 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 The wheels didn't come in different colors. Are yours painted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikem01 Posted February 5, 2019 Author Share Posted February 5, 2019 As far as I know they are original. I know they are all silver but exactly which silver is it? If I go aftermarket color would be the best match? Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 I had always thought they were all painted with the same color across all models. If you go aftermarket, you can choose whatever color you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooosh Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 Find a local powdercoater and get them whatever color you like for $5-600. They’ll last much better than painted wheels too. In my past experiences at least they have As for your initial question, I also had no idea there were different colors of silver for the wheels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 Most body shop can paint the wheels too. My buddies shop painted two of my wheels a year ago after they got damaged. I had a number of wheels painted by shops over the years. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikem01 Posted February 6, 2019 Author Share Posted February 6, 2019 Thanks everyone. I went ahead and took a chance ordering one from autorimshop.com , best reviews I could find Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apexi Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 Let us know which one you ordered, and how it matches. I see 3 different types, and 3 different prices. $139.99, sku - W68738S-2, brand - "factory oem", finish - silver https://www.autorimshop.com/subaru-legacy-2005-17-wheel-rim-68738.html $139.98, sku - RW68738LS-2, brand - "new replacement", finish - light silver https://www.autorimshop.com/new-17-replacement-rim-for-subaru-legacy-2005-wheel.html $114.98, sku - RW68738S-1, brand - "new replacement", finish - silver https://www.autorimshop.com/new-17-replacement-rim-for-subaru-legacy-2005-wheel-68738.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 All 3 in one link, https://www.autorimshop.com/amfinder/?find=2005-subaru-legacy-454883 Those are great prices, even a 09 Spec B wheel was $199. That site should be added to JmP's sticky up top. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikem01 Posted February 7, 2019 Author Share Posted February 7, 2019 I ordered the OEM replacement. Should be here Friday. I'll update as soon as it gets here Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikem01 Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share Posted February 8, 2019 If it's not a perfect match then it's pretty close! I'm happy with the end result...a lot better than the dealership price Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JmP6889928 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 Wipe down the original wheel with a rag with some Work's toilet bowl cleaner and then quickly rinse them with a solution of warm water and baking soda. I think you'll find that your original wheels have a slight bit of a tan tint due to brake dust and this will remove it and most likely make it match your new wheel. Don't leave the Works on the wheel for more than a minute or so. It's highly corrosive and wear latex or nitrile gloves when wiping them down, so you don't hurt your hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 Now we just need a cheaper place to buy new center caps. FWIW, here's a junkyard wheel painted by the body shop. 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikem01 Posted February 10, 2019 Author Share Posted February 10, 2019 Tell me about it! Didn't realize how much fun it is messing around with these car but man can it get pricey! Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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