SteveChase Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have a 2008 ZX6R with black rims. I'm considering polishing the outer lips. While it looks easy enough to do yourself, I'd trust someone with a proven track record to make them look good. Like anything if you do something more often than others, you know tricks of the trade to make them look better and a higher shine.I think I saw some posts about powdercoating and side notes that certain places also polish.What kind of rates?If you polish in the Columbus area, hit me up.Thanks,Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catman Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Soory but , I will check the tags on this one later ! hahahaPolish, outer lips, tricks, ?? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoosego Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 talk to attack painter.... he should be able to point you in the right direction... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdubyah Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Soory but , I will check the tags on this one later ! hahahaPolish, outer lips, tricks, ?? LOLglad to see that I'm not the only one that took this thread immediately to the deep end! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveChase Posted March 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I saw the tags, I figured what the hell, this way it will grab some attention:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdubyah Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 excellent job! Rep for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegame Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 i did my rims myself. check out my album for pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 did someone say rim job??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveChase Posted March 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Nice!!! Thanks!Newb question though...I did a search for Attach Painter and found mostly thread posts. Can someone help me narrow down the search so I can send a PM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catman Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 ^^^ do a members list search then PM him !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catman Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 ^^^ sorry, i guess they aint got one uptop ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveChase Posted March 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I found him, apparently I was spelling it wrong. I didn't catch it till just now. I sent a PM, but I'll still take suggestions.Thanks for the help so far!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhythm Posted April 3, 2009 Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 Here's a rim polishing DIY I've done on another site, using my wife bike.OK folks, I know there's a few here that don't like the bling factor but for those who would like to add a little bling. My simple RIM polishing DIY.Another intimidating but simple mod to do. The only equipment required is a nylon brush,3m rubbing compound,news paper, and a two cans of air craft paint stripper.First, cover anything near the rim you don't want paint removed. The rim lip is a painted surface, while the center part of the rim is powdercoated, so don't worry about masking off or covering the center part with news paper or anything. If it would ease your mind go ahead, but trust me its going to take a acid bath dip to remove the covering on the center of the rim. Shake the can of Aircraft stripper for a couple of min then apply by spraying on the rim lip. Let it set for a couple of min then remove the lifted paint with a rag or paper towel. Reapply til most of the paint is removed. The stubborn spot will be removed using more aircraft stripper and the nylon brush scrubbing the area that did not lift with a simple wipe from your rag or paper towel. It should only take you 20 mins to polish a rim lip and 5 mins to rub it out to a nice shine using 3m rubbing compound for clear coat paint.That's all Folks and enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusion Posted April 3, 2009 Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 ^^ Did mine on my 600rr using a similar method. Doesn't take long and is pretty easy to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveChase Posted April 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Here's a rim polishing DIY I've done on another site, using my wife bike.OK folks, I know there's a few here that don't like the bling factor but for those who would like to add a little bling. My simple RIM polishing DIY.Another intimidating but simple mod to do. The only equipment required is a nylon brush,3m rubbing compound,news paper, and a two cans of air craft paint stripper.First, cover anything near the rim you don't want paint removed. The rim lip is a painted surface, while the center part of the rim is powdercoated, so don't worry about masking off or covering the center part with news paper or anything. If it would ease your mind go ahead, but trust me its going to take a acid bath dip to remove the covering on the center of the rim. Shake the can of Aircraft stripper for a couple of min then apply by spraying on the rim lip. Let it set for a couple of min then remove the lifted paint with a rag or paper towel. Reapply til most of the paint is removed. The stubborn spot will be removed using more aircraft stripper and the nylon brush scrubbing the area that did not lift with a simple wipe from your rag or paper towel. It should only take you 20 mins to polish a rim lip and 5 mins to rub it out to a nice shine using 3m rubbing compound for clear coat paint.That's all Folks and enjoy.Your wheels look great!Did you do this with the tire mounted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavscout73 Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 on the same line of question, mine are already done but there are spots in the aluminum which looks like shit if you are up close what would be the best method to remove them and get the shine up a bit more..I tried mothers and the powerball which helped but not enough for my liking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 glad to see that I'm not the only one that took this thread immediately to the deep end! Nope, I did too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fonzie Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) Rim polishing....Tricks of the trade?!? I usually prefer when she uses her tongue in a swirling pattern....Counter clockwise if I'm up for somethin' different Edited April 7, 2009 by Fonzie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrillo Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 (edited) Those 500 wheels look good, that rear on the 1300 are is tho! Edited April 7, 2009 by wrillo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 nice rim job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleaner Posted April 7, 2009 Report Share Posted April 7, 2009 If that shit gets on your tire will it fuck it up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhythm Posted April 12, 2009 Report Share Posted April 12, 2009 Your wheels look great!Did you do this with the tire mounted?Yep! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhythm Posted April 12, 2009 Report Share Posted April 12, 2009 on the same line of question, mine are already done but there are spots in the aluminum which looks like shit if you are up close what would be the best method to remove them and get the shine up a bit more..I tried mothers and the powerball which helped but not enough for my likingHard to suggest at the moment. Can you post a photo of the area you're having trouble with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavscout73 Posted April 12, 2009 Report Share Posted April 12, 2009 Hard to suggest at the moment. Can you post a photo of the area you're having trouble with?yeah i will try and get a couple shots up tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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