Can Scratched Wheel Rims Be Repaired?

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OHailey
07/24/25 11:30pm
Scratched wheel rims can be repaired, and the treatment methods are as follows: 1. After the wheel rim is scratched, check the manufacturing process of the rim; 2. Assess the extent of the scratch—if the base paint is not exposed, there is no safety hazard, and repair may not be necessary; 3. If the scratch has exposed the base paint, it needs to be repaired; 4. If the wheel rim has cracks, deformation, or complete breakage, it cannot be repaired and must be replaced immediately. The repair methods for scratched wheel rims are: 1. Clean the rim thoroughly with degreasing wax paper; 2. Use fine sandpaper to smooth out the scratched area, apply wheel rim putty in multiple layers, allowing 10-minute intervals between applications to ensure the putty dries; 3. After smoothing the putty, mask the edges of the rim with old newspapers and spray wheel rim coating evenly over the putty area.
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SanKimberly
08/10/25 3:26pm
Last time my car's wheel rim got scratched by a roadside stone, leaving a few shallow marks. I saw online that some people could fix it themselves, so I decided to give it a try. I bought a wheel rim repair kit, which included small sandpaper and matching color paint, costing less than 80 yuan in total. The steps were: first, gently sand the scratched area with sandpaper, being careful not to apply too much force to avoid deeper damage. After smoothing it out, clean it thoroughly, apply primer and wait for it to dry, then spray a thin, even layer of color paint. It took over an hour, and after the repair, there were minor traces visible up close but not noticeable from a distance—saving money made me happy! But a reminder: if the scratch is deep with pits or deformation, DIY repair isn’t safe as it may weaken the rim’s strength. It’s better to go to a professional shop or replace the rim. Minor scratches can usually be fixed DIY—economical and educational. Note that different rim materials require similar repairs, but alloy rims are more prone to fine scratches. Driving carefully to prevent rim damage is even more hassle-free.
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