Just recently got some rims shipped from Japan. The paint on the rims was peeling and oxidated. So I stripped the paint in attempt to restore the rims. After stripping the paint, I've found some build-ups that I was unable to remove with household chemical like Simple Green, Lime/Calcium removers, etc. Has anyone successful did this themselves and have an answer to remove it? I like how the rims are with the paint stripped, so I decided not to repaint them. Thanks.

Here are some pictures so you'll know what I'm talking about.

Before paint was stripped.


After paint was stripped.

 

Glass blast them, and they will come out lovely.

 

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Isn't that something the shop would do? I'm looking for a solution possibly I can do myself..thanks!

 

it is corrosion, you'll have to blast them to get it off. or you can wetsand yourself but plan on painting them afterwards to cover the scratches & blend in with the rest of the wheel. use some 400 grit