How To Repair Curb Rash On Chrome Rims

How to Repair a Curb Check on Chrome Rims

1. Carefully sand the area that was hit on the curb using 220 grit sandpaper. Sand until the area is smooth, without pits.
2. Sand the area again using 400, then 800 and then 1200 grit sandpaper.
3. Place masking tape and paper over most of the rim that is not damaged.
4. Use chrome spray paint made specifcially for chrome rims.

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Chrome clad can be described as a wheel that has a chromed stainless steel or plastic fascia that is permanently attached to a steel or alloy wheel. Once the wheel fascia is damaged, it is nearly impossible to repair.

What is Curb Rash? Curb rash is the term given to the bumps and scrapes that your wheels experience when parking or generally hitting the curb. We’ve all heard that head-turning sound when metal meets concrete, but it can occur on any surface, not just from curbs.

If your chrome rims have been scratched, the way to restore them most effectively on your own is either by using a chrome rim cleaner or by using chrome rim paint. The only way to re-plate them is by a process of chrome rim dipping. It is, however, expensive and cannot be done at home.

How do I stop my chrome rims from pitting? Wash the rims with liquid laundry or dish detergent and water to remove any dirt or grime. … Locate the pitted areas using your fingers. Sand the affected areas with 180-grit sandpaper. Apply high quality chrome polish to the rims.

The cost of fixing an alloy wheel will depend on the amount of damage, the size of the wheel, the mechanic performing the job and geographical location. On average, a scratch or scuff job can vary anywhere from $75 to as much as $250 per wheel.

Rub any scratches and small dents with the sandpaper to smooth out any rough edges. Hold your sandpaper over the damaged area rub it back and forth across the surface. Continue sanding the rim’s damage until the scratches or dents feel smooth instead of rough.

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