'65 KnockOff Wheels

[Richard L.]

I have a set of 65 Western Wheel K-H Repro Knockoffs that have been in storage for a long, long time. There is some discoloration on top of the individual fins and on the radius-beveled rim edges that I have tried to remove using a polishing compound, with unsatisfactory results. Has anyone else tackled this problem with greater success that could share something that will remove this discoloration and get me back to an as-new aluminum appearance, or as close to an as-new aluminum appearance as possible. I just didnt want to get too aggressive with them right off the bat without asking for some other opinions.

Thanks in Advance for Any Assistance...

Rick

[Brian J.]

Re: '65 KnockOff Wheels

I have a set of original KO's that were in storage for many years. The fins were discolored, but only oxidation(not shiney, but white). I cleaned the individual fins using only steel wool 000. When they were shiney, I went over them with Eagle One Never Dull wading polish. They have been on my car for about 4 years, and still look great. This process takes some time, so be patient and good luck.

[Richard L.]

Re: '65 KnockOff Wheels

Thanks for the Reply, Brian...

Spent about an hour on them today with steel wool, and you're right, it's gonna take a while..!!!

Appreciate the Help,

Rick