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MSD · 05-04-2003, 06:02 PM

I have a set of rims that need to be cleaned. I got the dirt off pretty well, but my real problem is the clearcoat. It's bubbling, flaking, and cloudy. I need a way to take the clearcoat off completely. The problem is that the centers of the rims are painted, and the clearcoat is around the edge. This prevents me from using spray-on chemicals. My uncle (who gave me the rims) suggested polishing compound, but it's not abrasive enough to take off the coating. I tried a razor blade, but it dulled and broke fairly quickly, and I'm concerned about taking off meatl along with the coating, not to mention fingers. The surface underneath is shiny and nicks or scratches would show up. What is the easiest way to take off the clearcoat without damaging the painted surface?

Side note: I'm broke, so I'm hoping for something cheap.

05-04-2003, 06:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
MSD The sky calls to us ... Super Moderator Location: CT	Cleaning rims (question, not solution) I have a set of rims that need to be cleaned. I got the dirt off pretty well, but my real problem is the clearcoat. It's bubbling, flaking, and cloudy. I need a way to take the clearcoat off completely. The problem is that the centers of the rims are painted, and the clearcoat is around the edge. This prevents me from using spray-on chemicals. My uncle (who gave me the rims) suggested polishing compound, but it's not abrasive enough to take off the coating. I tried a razor blade, but it dulled and broke fairly quickly, and I'm concerned about taking off meatl along with the coating, not to mention fingers. The surface underneath is shiny and nicks or scratches would show up. What is the easiest way to take off the clearcoat without damaging the painted surface? Side note: I'm broke, so I'm hoping for something cheap.