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> Hello experts,
>
> I have bought a used set of aluminum rims.
> Good to very good condition. I want to do a
> few things before mounting them.
>
>
> In a few places, I notice that there are black scuff marks.
> What is the right cleaner to clean these?
> I was thinking of swirl remover that you might use on
> the body to remove scratches.
>
>
> Also, the clear coat is broken in a few places.
> About the size of half of my pinky's fingernail.
>
> What can I use to touch this up? I'm thinking of a
> brush on application for this small area. Would
> polyurethane for wood work?
>
> Thanks a lot
>

Here is an EXCELLENT article on wheel refinishing. I followed it all the way
to the end of the process and my wheels look Chrome!
It takes a LOT of Elbow Grease for this effect; you can stop anywhere in the
process for the kind of finish you like.

Good Luck!

http://www.michiganfieroclub.com/art...ical/wheel.pdf