19882D NAXJA Forum User Apr 17, 2025 #1 I have a 1988 xj 2 door and the aluminum rims have corrosion on them. And what looks like a coat of clear coat. I was wondering what would be the easiest way to clean the corrosion off.
I have a 1988 xj 2 door and the aluminum rims have corrosion on them. And what looks like a coat of clear coat. I was wondering what would be the easiest way to clean the corrosion off.
Tim_MN Freakish Hand Strength NAXJA Member Location Minneapolis, MN Apr 17, 2025 #2 Typically the coating is stripped, the alum is polished, and the clear coat is reapplied.
C ChillyB NAXJA Forum User NAXJA Member Location TN Apr 27, 2025 #3 Agree with Tim. A breach of the clear coating allows chalky corrosion to grow under the clear. Some products are pretty hard on aluminum. I'm about to try cleaning up a set too. I have some stripper but haven't started yet so cannot recommend.
Agree with Tim. A breach of the clear coating allows chalky corrosion to grow under the clear. Some products are pretty hard on aluminum. I'm about to try cleaning up a set too. I have some stripper but haven't started yet so cannot recommend.
