JBlack151 Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Any advice on what would work best on the SS wheels that have the clear coating on them. Would the Revive Polish be a good option to bring them back to how they were off the factory line, or better? Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 What did you use to get the clear off? How long total? Any machine work or all hand? He probably used Aircraft Stripper. It's a bit of a task but it can be done. You can get it at AutoZone or places like that. Some like to soak a rag in it, then wipe the surface, some spray it on....your call. Mook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Xtreme07ss Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 I did 4 hours of stripping and polishing yesterday. All are stripped and 3/4 have been hit with #0000 steel wool and MP #1, then MP #1 with a MF app. Hoping to hit them all with MP #2 tonight, followed by BG and Americana. Can't wait to see pics!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Yeah Nick! I can't wait to see those pics either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 Can't wait to see pics!! Yeah Nick! I can't wait to see those pics either! You and me both! They're going to definitely be shiny, but they won't have a perfect finish like a chrome plated wheel would. The factory finish leaves a lot to be desired. Quite a bit of orange peel and minor defects come through once you get the clear stripped off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Finally finished them. Here's a quick and crappy iPhone shot, I'll get more real pics posted tomorrow. I'm pretty happy with how they turned out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted March 21, 2012 Author Share Posted March 21, 2012 They look pretty good from that pic! Sent from my DROID BIONIC using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Xtreme07ss Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Niiiiiiicccccceee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_pappy Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Looks good, I've always liked polished aluminum over chrome. Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Wow, that picture is AWFUL on a computer screen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 What did you use to get the clear off? How long total? Any machine work or all hand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 19, 2012 Share Posted March 19, 2012 07s are the fastest...and best looking. 07 are the fastest and sexiest! My clear is wrecked, beyond repair. I am having mine PC'd later this year (hopefully). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 He probably used Aircraft Stripper. It's a bit of a task but it can be done. You can get it at AutoZone or places like that. Some like to soak a rag in it, then wipe the surface, some spray it on....your call. Mook We so need an UNLIKE button! AZ:mad:? Seriously? pashaw! NAPA all the way.. Locally Owned! :banana: Thanks bud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 ^ I would have said Napa, but the one up the street from me doesn't carry it. Also, the jerk that owns that particular store needs a come to Jesus talk with some of his employees. I literally walked out of there after one employee couldn't take two seconds to answer a question for me. Instead, he passed the buck to his co-worker, who in turn, had to ask the jerk that bumped me away to begin with. Long story short, I left the $100 worth of stuff on his counter, then went to AutoZone to get what I needed. Hope he thought about me when he was re-stocking. Mook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Nice!! Lol and yea we get the AR343 from as outside source! I may do this before I get them PC'd... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Yes, I used what aircraft stripper I had left, then I bought some other sprayable stripper from Home Depot that actually did a pretty good job. It took two applications and I needed to spot-treat a few stubborn areas before I started polishing. I used an un-named red foam ball on the end of a cordless drill for most of the heavy work with MP #1, then I hit some of the spots that weren't shining up like I thought they should by hand. MP #2 was all applied by hand. Wiped down with IPA to remove any left-over oils/polish, then put down 2 coats of Quick Sealant on the front of each wheel and 1 coat on the barrels. Once both of those cured out, I topped with a coat of Americana. Dressed the tires with VRT and....BAM, melting faces! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted March 21, 2012 Author Share Posted March 21, 2012 In for some quality pics please! This thread is tempting me to do mine instead of buying some new rims! About how long did it take you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 In for some quality pics please! This thread is tempting me to do mine instead of buying some new rims! About how long did it take you? I took a bunch last night, just need to get them off the camera. Total time spent was around 10 hours from start to finish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Another Q: Did you polish the barrels as well or just the faces? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 I stripped/cleaned/sealed the barrels, but no polishing. I figure it would have taken me at least another 6-8 hours to do the barrels, and I wasn't in the mood for that lol. I'm actually contemplating painting them black. I think that would really help reflect the polished faces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kustom_FX Posted March 21, 2012 Share Posted March 21, 2012 Hmmm.. maybe ill P-dip the barrels if I try this.. Thanks Nick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 22, 2012 Share Posted March 22, 2012 Just posted my own thread: http://www.adamsforums.com/forums/detailers-write-ups/16749.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 if only........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I hate to do it to you but here it goes...... :worth: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBlack151 Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Really, with all the TBSS owners on this site a picture is needed?!?! Well here is a stock photo of one of the wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueGenCoupe Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Spray sealant for the win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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