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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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The paint on my wheels is starting to chip. Can someone help me figure out why this is happening and what i should do about it. I was thinking about getting them repainted. My cameras not working but ill post pictures as soon as i can.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 01:47 AM
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usually driving over gravel or next to big rigs on the highway is what causes paint chips.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 06:14 AM
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Do you use a powerwasher/pressurized water hose to clean your rims? No, no

Do you use a scrub/hard brush to clean your rims? No, no

Uhh, same goes for any strong detergent/soap/shampoo not formulated for rims use. No, no

Most, if not all, rims require the same paintcare treatment as on our car's bodypaint (i.e. occassional waxing/detailing).

Well the only recourse is to either repaint the whole rim, or just the damaged sections only. Although the former would be ideal, imo (not to mention more expensive ). Anyhow, post some pics when you get the chance.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 06:23 AM
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hahahah i love how you say no no and did the pointing finger in addition, I actually laughed out loud.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by sciontcmm
hahahah i love how you say no no and did the pointing finger in addition, I actually laughed out loud.
Sounds like a mom, huh? oops.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 03:06 PM
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probably not good enough prep work.
Old Apr 24, 2008 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by nebster
probably not good enough prep work.
That would only make sense if he had previously painted the wheels (something other than factory) and I don't believe he has. Look at his profile
Old Apr 27, 2008 | 01:13 AM
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my enkei emx super7's had ____ty paint that was peeling right off the bat.
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