R171 Rusty Wheel nuts

[andyrno1]

I have an lovely example of a very low mileage slk 280 but the only thing letting it down are some rusty wheel bolts on immaculate non kerb'd wheels!
I looked on ebay for replacements but they seem to be for the previous model slk so other than the main dealer does anybody have a suggestion of where to get some please?
Andy.

 

[andyrno1]

oh i forgot to say im not keen to remove,rub down and re-paint or spray the originals.
It wouldnt be good! - me and paint/brushes dont get on!!

 

[Gaz74]

Go for some 'chrome' plastic covers instead, that's what I have on my car. They don't fit over the locking nut, but they tend not to corrode anyway. Mine came off ebay.

 

[Howard]

Alloy Wheels Direct Ltd | Wheel Bolts and Locking Bolts | RAD Bolts

Chris , who owns the company is a member on here , service is excellent.

 

[andyrno1]

2 good suggestions thanks guys.

 

[BTB 500]

M-B used to fit wheel bolts with stainless steel end pieces (on the right, below) ... my SL has them. Discontinued on cost grounds

 

[silver_star]

Why are you so against giving them a rub down and a coat or 2 of hammerrite? I did mine 2 years ago and they are sill fine.

 

[flt.eng]

I did the same & still looking good after a year & so easy to do.