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Fix Yo Kicks - Rim Repair

By Luke Munnell
Photography by Luke Munnell
Wheel Repair Rim Lip
Wheel Repair Rim Lip
Here is the set of our Racing... 
   
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Wheel Repair Rim Lip
Here is the set of our Racing Hart C2s. Their nail gouges (see text), curb rash and pothole damage is quite apparent.
Wheel Repair Innner Rim
"The first step," Alex explains,... 
   
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Wheel Repair Innner Rim
"The first step," Alex explains, "is to remove the valve stem and center caps. Clean the wheel of anything removable -decals that can be saved; anything."
Wheel Repair Center Cap
Wheel Repair Taping Off
Next, Alex masks off the wheels'... 
   
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Wheel Repair Taping Off
Next, Alex masks off the wheels' spokes, isolating the parts that need to be prepped for repair.
Wheel Repair Spray Rim
"These wheels are anodized... 
   
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Wheel Repair Spray Rim
"These wheels are anodized and clear-coated," Alex points out, "The first solvent we use removes the clear-coat; the second, the anodized finish. The process is the same with paint and chrome. Everything should be taken off reverse of how it was put on."
Wheel Repair Rim Lip
Wheel Repair Sanding
For large dents, The Wheel... 
   
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Wheel Repair Sanding
For large dents, The Wheel Supply straightens wheels with a hydraulic press (see sidebar). In our case, just a little finesse with a hammer and protective cover was needed.

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