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Removing clear on VX Calais Alloys

Discussion in 'VT - VX Holden Commodore (1997 - 2002)' started by bergsy, Mar 21, 2011.

  1. Mar 21, 2011 #1
    bergsy

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    Hi All,

    I have a set of VX Calias alloys which the clear has gone to sh*t.
    I would like to know if anyone has removed the clear so its just the alloy?

    Any tips would be much appreciated.

    Thanks
    Luke
     
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    S.T.K.E

    S.T.K.E Wiggle Wiggle Wiggle

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    Paint Stripper?
     
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    delcowizzid

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    [​IMG] one of these and a drill is what i use
     
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    bergsy

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    Interesting. I will try paint stripper.

    What kind of wheel is that? A light polishing wheel?
     
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    delcowizzid

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    nylon paint stripping wheel ide avoid paint stripper it will tend to eat alloy with a vengance
     
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    happen to have any pics of a wheel you have takin the clear off of delco?
     
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    bergsy

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    Okay, point noted. Lol :)

    Bunnings have these??
     
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    [​IMG] only done the lips were rooted clearcoat now just polished alloy thats about the best pic i have online when they are dirty LOL
     
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    showbags

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    por15 make a wheel restoration kit which includes a special stripper, polish and clear coat. You can buy it from most specialist auto paint shops.
     
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