How Do You Peel Chrome Face Off Of Aluminum 3rd Gen Wheels

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07-31-2008, 07:21 PM

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07-31-2008, 07:27 PM

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07-31-2008, 07:31 PM

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i guess im missing something

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I just want to pull the chrome clad face off without hurting um. or sell them smthing!
I have pic's dont know how to post them in the thread.

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08-05-2008, 03:13 PM

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What about sandblasting?

You might find something here How do you remove chrome from aluminum wheels? - Plating Powder Coating Buffing Anodizing - Caswell Inc. Metal Finishing Forum

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08-06-2008, 10:48 AM

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thanks for the link but it didnt really apply. the rim has a chrome cover tack welded in places and crimped on the end and that cover is what i want to remove im sure there is some kind of glue under the cover that also has to go. they are the stock 3rd gen wheels. any ideas?

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