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Re: How can I remove these scratches on my wheel?
Originally Posted by Octopiston
Take your time and be careful. Those have a machined face with a clear over. It won't be just a respray if the cut surface is marred. They have to throw it on a lathe to resurface.
Kind of a long vid, but this is the process.
http://youtu.be/6u-iCWDc7VI
Nice. Just had mine done on my 2005 Silverado. They look awesome! This video didn't show it but they clear coated mine. Even the sides of the spokes are cleared.
Expensive. $150 each. You can buy a used one for less if you can find one with no curb rash. I liked the idea of my original wheels looking even better than new.
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Re: How can I remove these scratches on my wheel?
Hello,
The scratch look a little deep. The best way to remove this scratch is to compound and polish. Otherwise, apply nail polish of the same color over the scratch. I read about it in a blog about 4 tricks every driver should know. But do that only if you can get the right color.
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Re: How can I remove these scratches on my wheel?
Originally Posted by Riff
Nice. Just had mine done on my 2005 Silverado. They look awesome! This video didn't show it but they clear coated mine. Even the sides of the spokes are cleared.
Expensive. $150 each. You can buy a used one for less if you can find one with no curb rash. I liked the idea of my original wheels looking even better than new.
Ya, if they didn't clear they'd tarnish pretty quickly. Many years ago, I had a car from the 80's that had machined faces and no clear. I tried to polish them once and never messed with them again.
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Re: How can I remove these scratches on my wheel?
Save yourself time and arm soreness by investing in a 3" pad and backing plate with a drill attachment. Buff and Shine is a good starting point. All for $20. Should be able to knock out those scratches much more quickly than by hand.
Buff and Shine 3 inch Grip Pads
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