Restore rims

[_scott]

I imported a R34 recently that sat on a Nissan dealership lot for over a year. Because of this, my wheels started to rust and pick up all sorts of weathering on them. I’ve cleaned the wheels and done a vinegar and aluminum foil session on them to try to remove the rust but it seems like there may be an easier way. I thought maybe power washing them would help but I’m not sure if that may damage them. the rims I have are the stock GTTs for reference. Is there any other methods I can use to help remove the rust and gets these things back to normal? The front of the rims is generally ok, a little paint wear here and there and that’s it.

 

I’ve attached a couple photos. The original condition and the cleaned up version.

 

Any help is much appreciated.

 

Thanks!

 

 

[KiwiRS4T]

You could either paint them or get them powdercoated.

[GTSBoy]

Keep in mind that the rust is not from the wheels, it's from the brakes. The product CLR Clear might be strong enough to clean it off.

[_scott]

I’ll give CLR a try. Thanks!

[_scott]

No luck with the CLR. Any other ideas ?

[KiwiRS4T]

Just the obvious ones - treat with rust killer and spray paint with a can.

[Dandee]

Try WD-40 first? Might help with loosening up the rust and maybe even a clay bar after?