KaptKaos
Aug 27 2009, 11:51 AM
I got a set of tires from a friend. They're not bad and I'd like to use them BUT at some point someone (my friend) spilled paint on the tires. I am sure I will wear off the paint on the threads, but there is some on the sidewall.
Is there a safe way to take that off without compromising the rubber in the tire? It's home paint, not automotive grade.
TIA
tracks914
Aug 27 2009, 11:54 AM
Sandblast, fast and won't hurt the rubber.
turnaround89
Aug 27 2009, 12:01 PM
ive heard a small amount of gasoline will remove it and a brilo pad, not sure about if it will compromise the rubber or not, but gasoline will probably get rid of it
zymurgist
Aug 27 2009, 12:01 PM
Can you mount the tire with the painted sidewall facing inward?
tradisrad
Aug 27 2009, 12:58 PM
try a brush.
r_towle
Aug 28 2009, 11:06 PM
steel wool.
iamchappy
Aug 28 2009, 11:45 PM
brake fluid...... scotch brite pad
gothspeed
Aug 29 2009, 12:06 PM
Scotch brite and water.
Katmanken
Aug 29 2009, 12:38 PM
Curbs, I use curbs.....
Works every time..
Ditto the break fluid but be sure to clean it off after the paint is gone.
Keep away from the wheels if they have paint.....
Nana's_914
Aug 29 2009, 05:25 PM
You could try MEK(METHYL ETHYL KETONE) and a rag if the less aggressive methods fail. Available at home depot and such.
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