Thread: Remove clear lacquer from factory mag wheels

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Originally Posted by Two8tyThree

Not being a painter. How do I clean the clear lacquer off of factory mag wheels and refinish them. Can someone guide me through the steps or point me to an appropriate post.

Thanks

I'd be surprised if they have a lacquer protective layer, and would think it would be a clearcoat automotive finish. I would dismount the tires, apply a good quality paint stripper to remove the clear coat. Any stained or blemished areas sand with 800 up through 1200, then polish to blend the shine. When you're satisfied with the appearance clean them well, metal prep and apply two or three coats of quality clearcoat. After they cure you can polish out the clear if you need to, being careful not to burn through edges, but if you apply smooth they should be fine.