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Old 04-13-2006, 04:31 PM
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Default aluminum wheel stripping?

What is the best abrasive/tool to use on an air tools to smooth or remove paint in tight areas found on aluminum alloy wheels? Preferably with variable grits.

I have a method of machining the flat surface of the wheel very quickly but the interior angles are difficult to smooth and sand to a paintable surface quickly. I have buffs and polishers of different shapes but I really need a tool that can form to any shape and have variable grits avaluable (reach tight areas). Thanks for any input!
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Have you considered a die grinder? It holds a 1/4" shank. They come in straight, 45* and 90* versions.
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I have diegrinders but have not found a good end brush that works well for my application.
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renuwheels,

Try this link!
http://www.cratex.com/

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Build a PA-Blaster and run it at about 60-psi (to be gentle on the aluminum) DONE !

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ya i got the plans from him bult mine. work allsome best 8 bux i have spent

and so simple no cloging studdy flow of medea.

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