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Wheel hubs are often made of uncoated steel. While these hubs are typically hidden behind the wheel, upgrading your Sprinter Van to a more open wheel—like our Talon Super Single—puts the exposed steel hub is at a higher risk for rust. This simple fix can help restore an already rusty hub or prevent future rust by treating it with the proper paint. What You'll Need: Cardboard & Painter's Tape (optional) Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer  Step-By-Step Guide to Refreshing Your Sprinter Hubs 1. Step 1: Make a Cardboard Template A simple cardboard template is your secret weapon. Trace the shape of your hub, cut out a template, and use it as a fast, effective shield to protect the surrounding area from overspray. 2. Rust Prevention with Rust-Oleum Even if your hubs aren’t badly rusted, there may be some areas (especially on the front hub) that are starting to corrode. We recommend Rust-Oleum Rust Reformer, a tried-and-true solution for converting minor rust into a paintable surface. This product adheres well to metal, dries quickly, and creates a solid base for your paint. 3. Quick Masking Technique No need for endless masking here! Place tape or your template right over the bolts and aim your spray away from the painted surface you want to protect.  4. Spray It On Grab your spray can and carefully coat the hub, making sure to hit all the edges and especially those flange areas where rust is most common.  5. Mount Your Wheels Carefully Once dry, you’re ready to mount your wheels. Just be cautious not to scratch your freshly painted hubs. If you ever need to touch up, keep your template handy and spray a new coat. Before & After We love an all-black look that feels clean and deliberate—and the difference is stunning. If you want to maintain your Sprinter to look its best after your super single upgrade, don’t skip this simple, high-impact step. You'll get a customized result that will look great and save you time in the long run.

If you own a Sprinter Van, Grenadier, or honestly almost any vehicle (especially if you drive around Arizona’s rock-lined roads) you know the pain: one random rock and suddenly your windshield is chipped! Left unchecked, that tiny chip can turn into a crack sprawling across your entire windshield, which could leave you staring at a windshield replacement that costs thousands. Address Chips Fast—or Pay the Price Our first and biggest piece of advice? Deal with chips ASAP. Keep a window repair kit in your vehicle so if you spot a chip after a drive, you can handle it right away. Unlike full cracks, most small chips are completely repairable if caught early. Hit up a specialty glass repair shop or tackle it with your own kit, but don’t wait. Remember: If a crack travels past the six-inch mark or reaches the edge of the glass, professionals often won’t fix it. At that point, total replacement is your only option. Pro Tip: Dirt and dust can settle in the chip, making repairs much less effective and more visible, so act fast! John's DIY Edge Protection With a little effort and inexpensive materials, you can give your windshield an invisible force field against expensive repairs. By installing an edge trim along the exposed edge of your windshield, your can prevent unfixable edge cracks.  What You’ll Need: Edge Trim with 3M Adhesive  Glass cleaner Scissors Heat gun Optional: Gloves, graphics roller (for pressing down the adhesive) Step-by-Step Process: Clean the Edges: Start by thoroughly cleaning the outer edge of your windshield where the trim will go to ensure proper adhesion. Prep the Trim: Give the strip a clean, straight cut. Don’t worry about trimming length exactly yet; you can fine-tune after it’s attached. Apply the Trim: Lift the rubber lip at the top edge (if your windshield has one), and tuck the new trim just underneath. Run the adhesive backing along the edge, down the sides and across the bottom. Contour With Heat: Use a heat gun to warm and soften the trim as you go. This helps it bend smoothly along corners, preventing puckering or lifting over time. Press and Secure: Press the trim down as you move along, using gloves or a roller to really secure the adhesive. Final Touches: Once in place, go back over the trim with more heat if needed, contouring and smoothing for a factory-fresh look. The Outcome: Clean, Factory-Looking Protection The finished windshield looks seamless—you’d never guess it wasn’t built that way. The beauty of this DIY fix? It’s barely visible but can make all the difference in blocking those edge chips that lead to irreparable cracks.