How does one Fix Curb Rash?
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How does one Fix Curb Rash?
So I have a little problem. I have a set of chrome Z07 wheels with a little curb rash on my rear wheel. I've done a little research on getting the curb rash away. Is it seriously as easy as starting with a low grit count and moving up to a finer grit? Also, this may sound dumb, but is wet sanding just sand paper doused in water? I figure the water helps with the sanding? 'Cause for all I know it could be a complicated process. Any input appreciated.
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You have it right with the wet sanding. It helps wash away the grit as your sanding so it is smoother. I don't know about doing that on Chrome wheels to get rid of the rash. I guess it would make it smoother but probably won't match. Mine are painted so it was a little easier when I did mine.
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If you don't want to diy, try Wheels America @ http://www.fixrim.com
Usually runs 99 to 125. per.
Usually runs 99 to 125. per.
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Thanks for the info
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I have cleaned up some stock polished wheels with a dremel to get the bad stuff smoothed out and then progressively finer emery cloth. Final step was rubbing compound and polish.
I don't know about chrome. If its pretty deep and went through the plating, you may have to have them re chromed.
I don't know about chrome. If its pretty deep and went through the plating, you may have to have them re chromed.
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UPDATE: Holy crap I can't believe it, but ALL of the curb rash came off. I guess the wheels were just too strong for that curb, haha.
Thanks to everyone for their input. I would also like to recommend Corvette Garage's chrome plated Z07 wheels. Those things are troopers for standing up to that kind of torture.
Thanks to everyone for their input. I would also like to recommend Corvette Garage's chrome plated Z07 wheels. Those things are troopers for standing up to that kind of torture.
