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Old Oct 9, 2011 | 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted by redpearl99
that's why you have to use polishing compound to buff out the sanding scratches

go get yourself an aluminum polishing set from harbour freight, it's on sale right now for $15
do i have to use the aluminum polishing set during the sanding process, or use it after im done sanding??

also would i need to use the aluminum polish often?? or is it like a one time thing??
would the sanded part of the wheel get dull after few washes or couple of rainy days?
thanks....
 
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 12:45 PM
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Tools Need are

Small DA sander
320 Grit and 400 Grit Sandpaper
1000 Grit Wet Sandpaper
Aluminum Polish
Clear Paint (Optional)

Lift up opposing rim
Sand out all damage about 2 inches past damaged area with 320 grit
Refine the shape with 400 grit
Spray the area with water and hand sand with 1000 grit sandpaper
Dry the repair area
Polish
 

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Old Nov 19, 2011 | 08:39 PM
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http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/showthread.php?t=338426
 
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Old Jan 12, 2012 | 12:53 PM
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^^+++1 on what tmack6 is saying.. but one question.. what if the rim already has clear coat on the polished lip? if that make sense.. so after sanding and polishing do i have to re clear coat the rim?
 
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Old Nov 29, 2012 | 03:25 PM
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any know of a inexpensive local rims shop that fixes curb rash and powder coats?
 
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Old Nov 29, 2012 | 05:39 PM
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YES. I have THE guy to help you out affordably. Shoot me a PM.
 
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Old Nov 29, 2012 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by dj714
any know of a inexpensive local rims shop that fixes curb rash and powder coats?
There are TONS of wheel repair specialists around Southern California. Wheelflip, if they're still accepting orders.
 
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Old Nov 30, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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I like those wheels. What are the specs?
 
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