HELP! Repairing heavy stains on polished wheels

[GTBrad]

So I picked up a set of polished wheeks that were neglected by the previous owner.
I have heavy staining from what looks to be brake fluid and also fading from what seemed to be a Scotch-Brite pad...ouch.

Im just looking for any solutions (if any) to revive these poor souls.

[Murr1525]

Nxt Metal Polysh

[GTBrad]

hmmm, guess I'll try that out..

[Totoland Mach]

GTbrad: it depends on how badly the wheels are, condition-wise. You might have to start with an abrasive polish and cotton buffing wheel (drill attachment) and work your way to the NXT Metal Polysh.

I usually reserve NXT as my last step in metal polishing because it has very little/no abrasvie content and is more to get the wheels to a mirror finish (see picture below). I use the buffing wheel and finish with NXT Metal, then apply a coat of #21 for some protection. These wheels are on my Mach 1.

Hope that helps. Post some pics of the condition and we can make some decent determinations as to process.



Totoland Mach

[GTBrad]

I think you're right, they're pretty stained, I was going to try using #83 DACP with a foam buffing wheel on my drill, I'm just wondering if it will be effective...guess I'll try it tonight!

[GTBrad]

Here are the wheels just for reference....