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Old May 10, 2020 | 05:43 PM
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Can anyone tell me what has caused my wheel to do this and how to fix it?

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Old May 10, 2020 | 10:36 PM
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maybe tire shine overspray?
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Old May 11, 2020 | 02:15 AM
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How long ago was it pained ?
looks like it was spray painted without clear coat,
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Old May 11, 2020 | 08:53 AM
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Possibly a harsh wheel cleaner. Some cleaners may contain an acid so what are you using to clean the wheels.Try using a polishing compound on them to see if those spots come off.
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Hard to say whether that is in the clear or the paint. Kind of looks like something harsh has gotten onto the wheel and stained the finish.
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Old May 12, 2020 | 10:44 PM
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Looks like harsh cleaners/chemicals have eaten through the clear coat.
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Thanks for the reply’s. Does anyone’s think wet sanding with 2500 sand paper would get it out? Would try it but afraid it might hurt the painted finish underneath.
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Old May 13, 2020 | 10:46 AM
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I'd use a compound first, personally. Something very fine.
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Originally Posted by Jdldairy
Thanks for the reply’s. Does anyone’s think wet sanding with 2500 sand paper would get it out? Would try it but afraid it might hurt the painted finish underneath.
you might try that,then shoot them with a couple coats of clear. I’d sand them just enough to give the clear coat something to stick to. Good luck
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I would rub that out by hand. If you use any type of sandpaper you are going to have a mess. Use a microfiber towel and a good cleaner polish like DuraGloss or a polish that removes scratches. I use wolfgang products from autogeeks. If that doesn't work, then you might consider wetsanding it if you know what your doing.
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