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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 04:18 PM
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i have 1 17X11 black chrome wheel that has a little bit of curb rash and id like to get it fixed. i was wondering if i should just send it off or try to do something myself since its black chrome finish i figured i probably couldnt do too much myself.

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If it was painted or just polished aluminum you could sand it down then repaint/polish. Won't work too well with chrome.
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Originally Posted by camarox302
If it was painted or just polished aluminum you could sand it down then repaint/polish. Won't work too well with chrome.
should still work decently though, just polish it up real good?
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should still work decently though, just polish it up real good?
you think this will work and just polish it? at least it will be alot less noticeable right?

has anyone done this to a chrome wheel and have pics or details on what sanding methods and grit paper they used?
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Originally Posted by CaMaRo67RS355
you think this will work and just polish it? at least it will be alot less noticeable right?

has anyone done this to a chrome wheel and have pics or details on what sanding methods and grit paper they used?
thats what i would try.. it may look a TAD bit more dull than the rest of the rim.. but at least there wont be big scrapes and black marks on it.. curb rash is very noticeably..
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Try Weldcraft Wheels. They specialize in repairing wheels.
http://www.weldcraftwheels.com Phone: (734) 420-2211
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