RX-7 Chris

iTrader: (19)

I have a set of + wheels on my car that are looking sad.

I was going to use aircraft stripper to take off the clear. This car is my DD so I can't just remove the tires and stems.

What should I use to protect the tires and stems?

Every thread I have found talks about this with the tires removed.

Anything else I need to know about doing this?

'84-12A-GSL

Masking tape and newspapers should work.

Also are you just going to leave the wheel's aluminum exposed to the elements?
You should think about re clear coating them.

RX-7 Chris

iTrader: (19)

Thanks for the help.

I will clear them.

1983GSP

toothbrush, masking tape, rubber gloves, saftey glasses, aircraft stripper, and clear coat. takes about 4 hours to do all 4.

RX-7 Chris

iTrader: (19)

Thanks

Now I just need to do it.

slate84

ok, not to thread jack, but how would you prep a waffle rims for paint, note that they've been sitting outside for the last 8yrs.

IanS

iTrader: (4)

The exact same way you prep a car for paint. Wash and degrease with products that DO NOT contain petroleum solvents. Petroleum = bad paint adhesion.