fixing curb rash on polished lips? - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

AllBlackBimmer · 06-08-2012, 12:09 PM

What is the techique used to fix curb rash on wheels that have a polished lip?

Not looking to take them to a professional, and don't even need them fixed "100%" ... just want to make it not as bad, not "brand new" looking...

sandpaper? ... then how would one get the "polished" look back?

Thanks.

VMRWheels · 06-08-2012, 01:40 PM

Depending on how bad it is, I'd use a metal file. If you use sandpaper, depending on the grit, you'll be sitting there all night sanding it down.

File it down as smooth as possible, move up to a finer file once you've got it smooth enough. Follow it up with sand paper and polish it up with wheel polish. - Buff it till it shines

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~XxTeexX~ · 06-08-2012, 04:21 PM

Youre goona need to apply another coat of clear over after all the polishing. It will oxidize being its alum.

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