How to Repair Rims with Curb Rash or Scratches

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Learn how to repair your rim and remove curb rash and scratches with this simple, step by step video. Scraping your rim against the curb is no fun, and the damage can cost a lot to fix until now!
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@sepioify 8 лет назад

I don't even own a car.. I just enjoy your tutorials

@thatwolffe3802 8 лет назад

+sepioify likewise!

@Sinerwray 8 лет назад

+sepioify i know right lol

@mubziv388 8 лет назад

+sepioify same here

@chasehiggins32 8 лет назад

+sepioify same

@shawnthomas5557 8 лет назад

I'm 16 and own 2 cars lol paid for myself both need a little work buy nothing major

@jaydinsjbls1163 3 года назад

I'm 15 years old and I have been watching this channel from I was 7 and I still love ur videos KEEP IT UP CHRIS 👍

@allimimi 3 месяца назад

❤❤❤

@zachx4338 5 лет назад

Biggest thing that wasn't mentioned, was dulling the edge that you may end up making on the edge of the rim that's close to the tire. If you leave that edge sharp, and you hit a pot hole or just come down on it too hard, it will slice your tire. ALWAYS make sure you aren't taking to much material off, and ALWAYS dull the edges out. This will save you hundreds in new tires before you realize what's causing it.

@najhchronicles 2 месяца назад

how do you dull the edges?

@botno69420 2 месяца назад

@@najhchroniclesSandpaper or whatever. Just round off the lip a bit, just enough for it to not be sharp.

@libertyblack715 8 дней назад

@@najhchronicles Yes, gently, gently

@MEMcAndrews 8 месяцев назад

Of ALL the DIY vids I’ve watched (THOUSANDS) for the work I’ve been doing on my E46 M3, THIS one is by far THE VERY BEST. Quick… concise… detailed, but not verbose. You, my friend, are a MASTER.

@doom21563 7 лет назад

"just sit back and let the stripper do its thing"

@geesecentralstation4263 7 лет назад

John Roche k

@carlosmercado6892 6 лет назад

Gretchen Irrgang this comment thread had me laughing my ass off guy 😂😂 I'm glad I wasn't the only one who thought that.

@bevanjacobs7346 6 лет назад

Gonna let the rim dry

@bevanjacobs7346 6 лет назад

My buddys gonna be real happy that his rim is repaired

@revolver265 5 лет назад

@@bevanjacobs7346 Damn, mine was just cut off because they couldn't fix it. (Just kidding. I still have mine)

@hagbard72 8 лет назад

Nothing I like more than a good rim job.

@comgeturs 8 лет назад

+Robert Drake You silly goose

@comgeturs 8 лет назад

+Robert Drake You silly goose

@bs119 8 лет назад

+Robert Drake damn, how did i not see this coming

@KushManeLucio 8 лет назад

lol awesome

@johndduffieldduffield8298 6 лет назад

@janierios1194 3 года назад

IM EXHAUSTED JUST WATCHING HOW MUCH WORK HE DID.

@l.lilibeth972 2 года назад

You could feed you body physical and energy motion, your brain some new nervous system training to become a better you. But instead you choose to be lazy .

@arthurarturo4625 3 года назад

Now only 3 to go guys... This level of commitment

@chrisfix 3 года назад

Once you get the first one down, the next 3 actually get way easier!

@Jz-gx5eb 6 лет назад

This is the 1st comment I've ever made in all the years I'm on the Internet........ This is the absolute BEST tutorial, I have ever seen with an absolutely tremendous outcome as well. I have absolutely 0 skills with my hands, & 0 patience when it comes to projects of any kind......... I did this myself & saved myself about $800 bucks. It took me a weekend to bring my wife's wheels on her Cadillac, back to new. Time consuming but well well worth the time. WOW!! Thank you

@Ops535 4 года назад

After finished watching this video, I am buying a brand new rim .

@jimmski9908 4 года назад

Having it done professionally only cost $150

@MrAnilinov 4 года назад

@@jimmski9908 Depends on what country you are in, in my country it only costs 40$ to repaint it professionally in a sealed camera and bake the paint, how it should be done.

@220374alf 4 года назад

I bought 4

@FuhQ64 4 года назад

@@basedshaman6183 depends on application

@muzzaball 4 года назад

I guess Chris doesn't mind getting his hands dirty!

@theroadking547 4 года назад

Thanks, I've never seen a rim job done before.

@Alexander_l322 3 года назад

You can search P Hub and find lots of videos on rim jobs being performed

@johnwilkins6871 3 года назад

@@Alexander_l322 thank you didn’t know that

@imverybad_xd4926 4 года назад

Chrisfix 2016: hey guys chrisfix here😐 Chrisfix 2020: HEY GUYS CHRISFIX HERE!!!😃

@user-tf7hf8jp7p 3 года назад

So true

@atarvhegde5210 3 года назад

2015 : Soap Water 2020 : Soapy Wooder

@MHIV 3 года назад

That RU-vid money came in 😂💪🏻

@jessicah3450 2 года назад

The cashflow built confidence, but he deserves it!

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 лет назад

Hey, Chris- that was fantastic. I have a few pointers for you- that I've learned from others over the years. To save your back, knees, and work area- set the wheel on the open end of a plastic (or metal) waste can (45-55 gal.). All of the metal dust, water, and chemicals go into the can (even use a liner in can for quick & ez cleanup, too). *BEFORE* sanding/polishing your wheel- scrub the tire first with a stiff brush and a *pumice-based "mechanics" hand soap*, rinse with *HOT* water, then dry; apply several coats of your favorite tire dressing (it sticks really well & soaks into a deeply cleaned tire) to protect it. Don't forget to sand/polish the *_inside_* of the rim, too! Cards are great- cereal & food boxes are *virtually FREE*. Most "aluminum polishes" leave a protective coating; if you're going to clear coat- several wipes with *acetone* is preferred to remove it, and the enamel will adhere better. Remember- just as with a cars' finish- you can color sand, cut, and polish that clear coat on the wheels, too. BTW I own a Black & Decker "Mouse" sander ($35 USD) that works great for this exact job, and many grades of abrasive are available for it.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+HUBBABUBBA DOOPYDOOP Thanks a lot for sharing bud! Thoase are great tips!

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 лет назад

ChrisFix *AKA "WOODER and Soap"* LMAO LOVE YOU MAN

@libertyblack715 8 дней назад

Excellent tips on an excellent instructional video! Suggested edit: "several wipes with acetone is preferred to remove that protective coating". Also lost me at the end. Color sand, cut, and polish? Great stuff, though. Thanks.

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 дней назад

@@libertyblack715 Most "polishes" leave a residue, that must be removed before any clear coat is applied. Acetone will easily cut through it. After the clear coat dries & hardens, you can use a product to cut and buff it, for a deeper shine, as long as you have applied a sufficient amount of clear, without burning through. Maguires Ultimate Compound works great.

@MrRoyalblunts 8 лет назад

Just sit back and let the stripper do it's job....

@catchatyou 8 лет назад

+Collin Huebler The stripper is something that you don't want to get on your skin.

@TheVloggerFromMinnesota 8 лет назад

We're not gonna give a good rim-job just sitting here...

@WingItcloud 8 лет назад

+catchatyou depends on the stripper

@TheMadIsRealXXR 8 лет назад

6:10, don't cover the rim in a dick coat

@joepoulson9398 8 лет назад

+Collin Huebler This might be better than talking about the "Red Tube" in the seafoam in a car video...

@letsgetthispuh3526 4 года назад

*scratches rim on his way out of the driveway*

@ThePg1613 3 года назад

i am literally dead lol

@wickedmuffin76 2 года назад

I once dropped my phone and broke the screen 4 hours after having the screen replaced...

@fieraci8500 4 года назад

Chris, Take it from a guy in his mid 50’s: always do work like that with the workpiece up on a bench or table. Much easier on your back and your knees. Knee pads are fine for when you have no choice to kneel on a floor, but things like this: always put it up on a bench.

@LouMontana-wc7nr 4 года назад

I am turning 60 soon and I was thinking the same thing.

@PhilLaird 4 года назад

I'm turning 59 in December and was also thinking the same exact thing!

@LouMontana-wc7nr 4 года назад

@@PhilLaird September 19th, the big SIX---ZERO! Got retired by a kid texting his girlfriend.

@FirstLastOne 4 года назад

Knee pads and letting the stripper do its work... yeah, that up on a bench would be much better for the back.

@DS-hy9ue 4 года назад

frank ieraci I’m 30 and even I was thinking the same and agree lol.

@graemecooper3653 6 лет назад

Chris, another great tip when using spray cans..... let them sit in warm water until the paint is also warm be careful to shake well. It makes the paint flow easier especially in colder weather.

@415mysterio 7 лет назад

Yay, im done, look how awesome this looks and it only took 2 hours....Oh wait nevermind I have 3 more to do.

@ambrooks5 7 лет назад

The end product looks great but yeah, the process looks SOOOO time consuming.

@eticket70 7 лет назад

James Delong right, but the alternative is $600 dollars at a local shop! I rather save me $550 and do it myself over a weekend!

@calvinmathers 7 лет назад

It would take way more then 2 hours

@Rakku 7 лет назад

Why would this take so long? The most time consuming part is the stripping of the clear coat and then the reapplience of the new clear coat. If you´re stupid enough to do every step after another for reach rim, well then you deserve to take like 8 hours for this. I mean, just do each step on each rim at the same time.... Stripping clear coat? Do it with 4 rims at once, not only one ... get the idea? That way it takes way less time.

@cody8860 6 лет назад

You can do each wheel in between stripping the clear coat. It's about 6 hours of labour to do all 4. I do it all the time for my friends cars and charge a case of beer and a tank of fuel.

@Engineerboy100 3 года назад

Flipping awesome job Chris, I've never removed scratches from a wheel only painted, but I feel like I can do scratches now too. Thanks!

@michaelmcclaine2431 3 года назад

I'm constantly amazed at how you can teach someone to maintain their vehicles by putting in a little elbow grease and saving plenty of money at the same time.

@rolandpress3804 6 лет назад

Just discovered your videos. They are probably the best that I've seen yet for anything auto related. Clear, well spoken, very through and cover everything needed to know of the ones I've looked at. I'll do my own aluminum alloy repair on my wheels now as a result as you give me the confidence to do so. So thank you for taking the time to do them as you obviously weren't paid to.

@shinyam75 8 лет назад

That was a really long rim job...

@audioplugg5310 8 лет назад

LMBO!

@AndrewS-lk4pt 8 лет назад

He really got into all the cracks and crevices. Not many guys do...

@tiffanylazo6348 7 лет назад

lol

@eb121209 7 лет назад

I think you need to learn what a meme is.

@ChiefSupreme6803 7 лет назад

You win

@libertyblack715 8 дней назад

This gentleman teaches better than most!

@chrisfix 8 дней назад

Thanks!

@yvonneballinger2304 2 года назад

I can't imagine what it takes for you to do these videos. You are so excellent at these and should be proud of both your production and editing! And the content is so perfect and gives the average person confidence to do things. Great job! Of all the videos I watch you are the best!

@ShinyGundamZero 7 лет назад

This channel should be called, "How to sand your whole car."

@mrrandomcuber 7 лет назад

HAHAHA

@lourok6538 6 лет назад

Do you kiss your mother with that mouth?!

@Stevearrari 5 лет назад

ShinyGundamZero y

@jerardysantiago2271 5 лет назад

ShinyGundamZero It's a lot more than just that lol

@marrbaby1 4 года назад

Lou Rok65 I don’t get the relevance of your comment

@christianjames214 8 лет назад

+ChrisFix - This is hands down one of the best tutorials of any kind I have ever seen. Comprehensive detailed information, supplemented with lots of excellent tips and suggestions. Well done. Superb work.

@toossy7003 7 лет назад

Thanks for taking the time to show how to fix car problems on here👍🏻

@tmcd1952 6 лет назад

I agree, this gave me the confidence to fix my own...Thanks!!

@brandondeel3567 4 года назад

Mighty car mods did a pretty good tutorial on painted wheels. With a painted wheel, you can use body filler to fix deep scratches. This technique doesn't work on all style wheels. Still a good general tutorial.

@fiji448 3 года назад

6:16 “sit back and let the stripper do it’s thing” 😂

@cqmacht4513 3 года назад

That made me think about my strip club days

@juanesoto1392 3 года назад

Didn’t even notice that until I read this comment 😂

@mimsturkie3090 Месяц назад

8 years. Damn ive been watching you for that long but i can see how u changed. ❤❤❤

@mcgaugh57 8 лет назад

Or just don't let women drive :)

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+mcgaugh57 haha, that is literally how it happened. My bud let his gf drive his caddy.

@mcgaugh57 8 лет назад

ChrisFix I knew it.

@gotti914 8 лет назад

+ChrisFix Wassup Chris, excellent video as always! Gotta question, i got 2 small annoying body rust spots on my car just above the tires on the paint. i had a guy sand it down to the metal and re-paint it, but i knew it was a possibility of it coming back, and sure enough it did 2 yrs later... Now i want a full paint job but i know if i do it, it would come back... i was told the only way to remove it is to cut it out, is that true? Do u have any potential remedies besides cutting? Appreciate the vids man, keep up the good work!

@KatyBauer1 8 лет назад

+mcgaugh57 If women are such bad drivers why is insurance higher for guys? For the record I have never hit a curb.

@mcgaugh57 8 лет назад

Katy Bauer I just don't know why.

@ebwholesaler 8 лет назад

Too much work for me ! But i watched and learned and sure can appreciate somebody skilled work when i see those results. Good job !

@BananaNeighbor 3 месяца назад

You were the only person I watched the first time I started restoring a car, Thanks for all the help!

@chrisfix 3 месяца назад

Thanks a lot!

@Toni-oy5gu Год назад

I hit a kerb a few days back and am not impressed with my result. I was wondering if there was a way to DIY fix the scratches - then looking for something else on YT, I saw your video and am now super confident to give it a go. All I need is a tonne of patients with the sanding. Excellent video!

@Querencias7 8 лет назад

As you said, "this looks GORGEOUS". Wheel restoration with super results. Great job, another excellent, excellent video. Thx CFix.

@mralderson5627 7 лет назад

i dont even have metal rims, but i watched the whole thing just because its so satisfying to see the entire process in a sped up and yet very detailed manner. Thanks for all your vids!

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Thanks Daan!

@Xx.Im.just.fckin.peachy.xX. 2 года назад

what do you mean you don't have metal rims lol...... all rims are metal... just different types of metal! aluminum or steel are the most common rim type. never knew they created non metal rims 😂

@lemetallurgistedessolution4050 4 года назад

I really like how you give a "second life" to damaged things... Well done! and the results is beyond expectations !

@chrisfix 4 года назад

Thanks a lot!

@22morse77 10 месяцев назад

Chris is awesome. Clear and precise tutorial. Seriously-about the best in no nonsense explaining. Well done and thank you 👍

@waltroseberry9712 7 лет назад

This is the third video of yours in a row that I have watched today--you are fantastic! I'm spending my whole Saturday watching your work. These are the best described, most clearly explained and well coordinated videos I have ever seen. While meticulous in detail and thorough, they are both entertaining and understandable to a complete mechanical klutz like me. THANKS!

@matthewazpilicueta6795 6 лет назад

1 down, 3 more to go.. Oh boy.. Awesome video, man!

@muzzaball 4 года назад

Typically an excellent job Chris. So much good advice and technique with a sensational result! 😊

@jacquelinelaureano818 2 года назад

Im si hooked on watching your videos! I restore furniture so I have most of the tools needed. Now I need the time to go out and fix my wheels 😊 Thanks for the great videos!

@NewGuyForYou 8 лет назад

My back is starting to ache, just thinking about me doing that job! Been there before, which is how I know. Unfortunately during snow/ice and in an unfamiliar area, I really scratched up one set so badly, there was nothing I could do to restore them. Thankfully that car is in my past. Great video, you make it look super easy Chris!

@KieranJackson213 7 лет назад

This is the best rim repair video I've seen!

@VinceSchilling 2 года назад

An absolutely beautifully done, informative video. Well done ... I love the part with the 3x5 cards blocking the painting of the clear coat. I'm going to find other ways to use that as well.

@ahuertas69 4 года назад

I'd probably never do this but it's really cool to see how it's done. You never know, rims are expensive and if you own a set of after market wheels and you hit a curb, maybe it's worth trying. Personally, I'd repaint the whole set.

@NeoJSsk 7 лет назад

Step #1 Patient level must be Over 9,000

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

lol, this is a lot of fun to do and pretty rewarding once you finish!

@broadwayshotel 6 лет назад

how much could you charge to fix a rim like you just did ???

@diamondking9793 6 лет назад

ChrisFix can we use spray paint to paint the rims pls say ??

@dequanp1979 5 лет назад

Neo J. Ssk AGREED THE ROTARY TOOL IS FUN

@marrbaby1 4 года назад

ChrisFix well I won’t deprive you the pleasure of fixing my wheels since you enjoy it so much lol

@CharlesPrins 7 лет назад

Hey Chris just wanted to say thanks to all your videos :)

@rifatnabil2195 6 лет назад

Charles Prins thanks

@RavingEcu 6 лет назад

Charles Prins l +

@cedwards9372 5 лет назад

Excellent tutorial video. Great audio, clear instructions, and beautiful results. Thank you sir.

@vincenttuzon802 Год назад

Chris you did a good job with explaining process. Obvious you take pride to give a quality presentation

@271production 8 лет назад

wouldn't you need to rebalance the wheels?

@kenabi 8 лет назад

+audioh0lic in most cases, yes, any material removed throws off the balance of any wheel. sometimes all it takes is a few micrograms.

@gameangry1416 8 лет назад

+audioh0lic In a way, yes. You need to get therm trued which is basically like balancing but for bare rims only.

@djorkode1 8 лет назад

That's exactly what I thought, Chris should've used some type of filer to even out the whole entire wheel. But none the less its awesome video tutorial.

@kenabi 8 лет назад

for what amounts to a quick and dirty fix with reasonable visual results, it's actually not that bad, considering. i've seen much worse. and on a rim like that, a sticky weight in the right spot and any issues are negated (which is not ideal, but hey, this is a budget fix, and truing costs money). that being said, i personally try to stick to using my spray gun for anything involving spray application coatings to protect. sure, more cleanup, but man the end result is so much better to me.

@taw5218 8 лет назад

+Ismael Mahamat Filler is not an option on a polished wheel unless you aluminum welded and grinded back smooth. also he didn't remove a lot of material. Excellent repair and resurface in my opinion.

@SaYYE 7 лет назад

you just saved me 580.00 I just received that same Dremel last year never used it and I have that clear coat Thank you so much.

@pdogusmc 4 года назад

Chris you are freaking BEAST when it comes to automobiles. Do you have a Q&A page?

@kennydlite Месяц назад

Dude incredible work! Just hit a curb yesterday and it hurt me as much as it hurt my rim Thanks bro

@chrisfix Месяц назад

Let me know how this comes out!

@julianpark93 8 лет назад

LOL 1:18 AKA woorder + soap haha good one Chris Great video!

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+Julian Park haha, glad you liked my spray bottle ;)

@briansmobile1 8 лет назад

That looks good! Plus it looks like it builds a lot of character. I think if anyone were to do this process, they would be UBER careful when parking near a curb.

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+briansmobile1 Thanks Brian! Yea, once you do this job yourself, you realize what work it takes to fix it!

@niacastro7139 3 года назад

Jkoi

@cathycraig1301 3 года назад

Ain’t that the truth

@anonimous2451 2 года назад

Fo Sho. That is a LOT of work. When the GF hits the curb just smack her in the head and make HER clean the rims next time. That will stop anyone from hitting curbs after all that elbow grease.

@jessicah3450 2 года назад

Parking on a narrow city street, patrolled by a cop who made sure you were within 4 inches from the curb 😒 It was bound to happen, man.

@chadpugh1490 4 года назад

Wow Chris that rim looks amazing. Doing one would be fun. Number 2, 3 and 4... maddening. Probably great for someone's OCD.

@PA_Pl Месяц назад

I listen to your videos to go sleep your voice is relaxing

@trunkshope6 6 лет назад

hey chris , you , scotty k , and etcg are all i watch on youtube. Keep up the good work,

@afthenhannible8270 5 лет назад

I love how detailed you're. Great video =)

@pedrofly100 4 года назад

*Nice rim job*

@Engineerboy100 3 года назад

The card tip was especially well appreciated! Nice, thanks again :)

@robertbrooks9169 6 лет назад

Chris Fix, you are without a doubt - AMAZING!! Your attention to detail, your craftsmanship and pride in your work is out of this world. I am always blown away at all of your before and after results. You sir, are a master!!

@chrisfix 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@robertbrooks9169 6 лет назад

So, I'm detailing my car (using plenty of lubrication and going in one direction by the way) using all of your advice and when I get done my neighbors are telling me, "Dude, you are INSANE with all of the crazy details and two buckes!" You bet your ass two buckets!! But, nevertheless they are amazed how awesome my car looks! Next door neighbor swears I had my car repainted. No, I didn't. I just followed your Super Clean video which was absolutely awesome and an absolute car saver!! Never knew a clay bar existed or how it worked but now that I do - - I love it!. Mr. Chris, I have told so many people about your YT channel it ain't even funny. Yeah, I used the word 'ain't' - from the south. Anyway, I'm just amazed how seriously wrong I have been doing EVERYTHING from day one and now that I have been totally educated, my car looks brand new and nothing shy of astonishing. You are an awesome teacher and you explain things so well with detail. Thanks again!!!!

@squirrelkilla7371 8 лет назад

How the hell are you, Eric the Car Guy or Eric O from South Main Auto NOT getting your own tv shows? PBS would kill for this.

@Carl0sjr267 4 года назад

That's incredible & awesome it looks brand new!

@ImSafeonSite 2 года назад

Great Job Chris.... I love your channel... even a guy with two busted shoulders can fix my car following your methods..

@andywagneraz 6 лет назад

Freakin’ great tutorial! Never thought this would be something I could do myself. (Wasn’t even sure aluminum rims could be repaired.) Nice!

@jorgejavieribarra1201 6 лет назад

..."you dont need to see me doing this process all over again " ... Dude we dont need it , we like it , see you sanding cleaning and rubbing things is so aesthetic

@jimvineyard6799 3 года назад

I feel ya guy. Chris is pretty damned cute, lol!

@713Meaness 4 года назад

Thanks for the video man...refinished a set of wheels on my CLK 430...it was some WORK but they came out looking great.

@midnightspecial2990 5 лет назад

Why would anyone hate a helpful video like this? They must hate the idea of all the effort involved.

@Mikefurion 4 года назад

thanks Chris i just did it with my Rims yesterday looks awesome !!!

@XxS1l3nTxa1Mx 8 лет назад

Watching these videos suck when you realize there is 4 tires

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+XxS1l3nTxa1Mx In this case, only 1 rim was damaged so the job was done after this!

@XxS1l3nTxa1Mx 8 лет назад

+ChrisFix haha very true but will this work on black rims? I don't know what type of metal it is but it is black paint can I do the same steps

@chrisfix 8 лет назад

+XxS1l3nTxa1Mx Black rims are easy! Do steps 1 and 2 and then smooth the areas you worked on out. Then sand the whole rim with 2000 grit, then spray primer, then spray black paint. Takes an hour at most!

@XxS1l3nTxa1Mx 8 лет назад

+ChrisFix ok thanks what kind of paints would I need

@Hamisxa 8 лет назад

+XxS1l3nTxa1Mx Primer, gloss black (or matt, depends what you want) and a clear coat. (Matt clear coat if you don't want a shine)

@Krolla03 4 года назад

Didnt have to strip my wheel. But have used this method (flap disk etc) about 4 times. Works really well.

@danieldelpriorascrealtorfa2035 2 года назад

Excellent!!! Good job teaching-speaking tone is gr8. Can't wait to redo my rims & I'll come back with a follow up on your lesson. TY

@edmundgil6008 6 лет назад

Bro.... this video was amazing! Super relevant, and a fantastic step-by-step presentation! Thank you!

@miayuan2551 4 года назад

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@karlshaw5688 6 лет назад

Good DIY tutorial there Chris. If I could just suggest one thing. I would not polish the wheel before clear coat. The clear coat needs a good key and is likely to peel off over time. Also 1000 grit is more than enough, will give a better key for the paint to stick and the clear will fill in any light scratches you can still see. You'll be surprised buddy.

@jetnick3576 5 лет назад

karl shaw NOW I read this! 😲

@shirobuta_ 4 года назад

What is key

@jonirwin7316 4 года назад

@@shirobuta_ A key are very small micro sctaches that the clear coat holds on to to prevent peeling.

@Czangrlli422 4 года назад

Looks like day turns to night when doing this on only one rim

@davegarber7964 4 года назад

2000 grit is where he mentions "you're done, or go on to clear coat....."

@saxonsteve 5 лет назад

Phenomenal Video! Looks like a TON OF WORK!

@mikedickman6369 5 лет назад

You have the best videos on RU-vid, thanks for all the time you put into it. Just wondering if instead of stripping the whole wheel of you could just sand it and blend in the clear, could save a lot of time.

@Smittyschannel 8 лет назад

Don't forget to get your wheel balanced again, now that you have taken weight off of it in diff areas, if you had bad curb rash

@moneymac2864 6 лет назад

@billwilson6096 7 лет назад

Glad I watched, repaired all my Fiat Sport wheels and they look as good as new, thanks Chris.

@Alexio.- 3 года назад

So how many years did it last? From what I know it's not a good idea to apply clearcoat on a polished surface, it must be a little rough for better adhesion.

@billwilson6096 3 года назад

@@Alexio.- I am very pleased to report that since I repaired and painted my wheels they still are perfect. The important thing is to use designated wheel paint.

@apolloplanb5209 4 года назад

I was going through all the needed supplies for this project and like all your videos Chris you always seem to leave out the most important items in order to have the same outcome and enthusiasm , (1 G of Methamphetamine, 2 80mg of Oxicotone and a gallon of coffee.

@DestroyerWill 5 лет назад

Perfect instructional video. Thanks mate

@Z06Doug 6 лет назад

Thanks for the info. Good work. I prefer factory wheels over a cheap aftermarket, and the guys saying " just go buy a new set " probably don't ever look at their wheels. Like their comments, a new set is only about 1000. dollars ( plus ). You can have a wheel repair shop refinish them for about 200. a wheel, or spend a few hours and save some money. Only things, 1- save your back, work with wheels on a bench and 2- don't paint in the grass, walking around, stirring up dust. JMO, Thanks again!

@jkulas 5 лет назад

I gotta say, this is probably the best “how-to” video I’ve ever seen.. on any subject. NICE JOB.

@chrisdropulich5902 5 лет назад

What an amazing tip I can't wait to use this on my rims.👌

@gregallenphoto 2 года назад

really good video especially the high speed drummel bit. Thanks for doing it well.

@nberounsky 4 года назад

That’s a lot of work damn respect

@TCcustoms_ 4 года назад

Great video!

@chrisfix 4 года назад

Thanks

@lmt9612 3 года назад

@bobscherer1082 3 года назад

Thanks for making this video.. I used your method for cleaning aluminum wheels on my motorcycle and it was like a mirror finish.

@jamessullivan4979 3 года назад

Just learned what the numbers on the rotary tool are for. Chris fix for president 👍🏾

@evildiesel1709 6 лет назад

Saves going to the gym! I can't wait to try it on my neglected T Sport:)

@801rafa 7 лет назад

dude you are amazing thanks for all this videos. keep up the good work

@chrisfix 7 лет назад

Thanks a lot!

@phildelgiudice3448 4 года назад

Chris takes the time to do the job right. Great vids

@GrizzlyGoesRawr 7 месяцев назад

Super informative video! Just got some 2008 20inch Tahoe rims that have giant curb rash marks but I got a great deal on them. $50! Going to be doing one rim per weekend so I don’t get supper annoyed or tired.

@YT-User1013 6 месяцев назад

Same, but this does look like a lot of work if you only have a few smaller spots. I wonder if it can be done in spots instead of the entire rim.

@johnmichaelkarma 6 лет назад

Can you make a vid on how to fix a chemically damaged lawn,lol

@sebastianknott3804 4 года назад

Lmao

@Asmith-1111 4 года назад

@@sebastianknott3804 same, lol

@ventura3517 4 года назад

That would require lots of buffing 😆

@johnmichaelkarma 4 года назад

@spudnic88 Mom said I can use the kitchen table.

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@tx226 7 лет назад

I don't even have a car and I still watch all your videos lmao Great Content!!!

@steezyautoclub3752 6 лет назад

21 SAVAGE aw that is so nice haha

@kmas8229 5 лет назад

It's good to gain some knowledge even if you dont have a car, you'll be more prepared for the day you get one and want some work done. 😁

@MichaelM-om1gg 5 лет назад

Brilliant, amazing work. Thanks for sharing

@charlesmitchell9647 2 месяца назад

Wow! That was unbelievable! One of my rims got hit really bad I hope this works for me. Thanks for showing us how to do this.

@STREETCARCULTURE 4 года назад

Great job, I've repaired many rims and used this process 🤙🏾

@Senorlatulla 4 года назад

What would you honestly do differently?

@KingJerbear 4 года назад

One tip when using a chemical stripper, whether on paint or on a wheel, is to cover it with plastic to contain the fumes after you coat it. This can help the chemical to work better and does a good job to work areas even if they don't have quite as much product on them. Do note, however, in a situation like this with a tire still mounted, you probably wouldn't want to cover it to risk damaging the tire. Even if the tire still LOOKED okay it may have caused damage that could cause premature failure, which is the last thing you want to happen at 70mph.

@louiep4747 4 года назад

Dude! What a great video and presentation, good for you and us for taking the time. Very impressive

@chrisfix 4 года назад

Thanks

@Claps1775 4 года назад

Good video Chris. I hit a curb getting to close when turning out of a roundabout. Mine is not as bad as what the rim in the video has but still. Good way to spend a weekend. Replacing an OEM rim with an OEM is costly. Thank you.