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DIY Refnish for Corrosion on wheel centers??

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Old 02-02-13, 05:51 PM
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Hey guys dont know if its possible to restore this from a diy or if my only choice is to get them full refinished from a wheel company, but here are some pics. I was told that overtime that corrosion happens on aluminum wheels like this and happens on the inside of the barrel as well. Is it possible for me to sand this off and hit it with some mothers or blue magic?


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Old 02-02-13, 06:45 PM
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I would not bother doing anything yourself on those. You'd have to remove the clearcoat layer and have them re-brushed at the shop. No way you can fix something like on your own.
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