What to Do When the Car Tire Rim is Scratched?

[CatherineRose]

Car tire rims can be repaired if they are scratched. Here are the steps to handle scratched car rims: 1. Clean the rim. First, thoroughly clean the rim. If the rim is not cracked or deformed, you can repair it yourself. After cleaning, dry it with a towel, and make sure to clean it thoroughly with degreasing wax paper. 2. Smooth the surface. The scratched area of the rim will be rough, so it must be smoothed with sandpaper. Start by wetting the sandpaper and sanding the scratched area repeatedly until it is smooth. Then apply body filler evenly, which can be done in multiple layers with 5-10 minutes between each application to allow the filler to dry completely. If the surface still feels rough, continue sanding until smooth. 3. Paint and apply polish. Once the body filler is completely dry, sand the scratched area smooth again. Then cover the tire with newspaper—playing cards can be used to hold it in place—and purchase spray paint that matches the original rim color. Apply the paint in light coats, allowing each layer to dry before applying the next to avoid runs. Finally, after the paint has dried, apply a clear gloss finish to make the rim look as good as new.