Getting paint stripper on valve stems...

[Father Time]

Also, what type of wire brush are you using...metal or stiff plastic?

I used an really stiff plastic brush when I did my valve cover and it worked fine.

[Accrdwgnguy]

I used a metal wire brush, also use solvent-resisent gloves. I used regular old vinyl gloves and kept changing them. Also I didn't wear long sleeves, so it was a little painful.

[cb7emokid]

....ummm...random post....

[92vig]

I just bought some chem resistant gloves for stripping/staining/painting and also got a grout brush. It will work perfect for in between the spokes on the wheel.

[jdm_inspired]

Spray it with the tires on. After it dries, get a wire brush and a plastic wheel brush for the rim crevises. If need be, use Simple Green to lube the paint on the tires. If you don't believe me then see my work for yourself:









I've been using rattle cans for numerous things (except getting high). Trust me, I've painted so many rims. This is the easiest way to do it.

[cb7emokid]

Spray it with the tires on. After it dries, get a wire brush and a plastic wheel brush for the rim crevises. If need be, use Simple Green to lube the paint on the tires. If you don't believe me then see my work for yourself:









I've been using rattle cans for numerous things (except getting high). Trust me, I've painted so many rims. This is the easiest way to do it.

wow...you painted those??? ...thats nice...if you can do interior...ill hire you...lol...

[jdm_inspired]

wow...you painted those??? ...thats nice...if you can do interior...ill hire you...lol...

Thanks bro. I've been working with spray paint for some time now. Not much anymore...at least not on my car. I used to be a rattle can whore. I grew out of it. You can definately achieve good results. It just depends on:

1. The prep
2. The painter

[92vig]

That looks hella nice....I heard if you put Crisco on the tires, you can just paint and afterwards, you can just rinse the Crisco off and the paint won't stick. Is that true?

I'm going to be taping off the tires, but just wondering.

[jdm_inspired]

That looks hella nice....I heard if you put Crisco on the tires, you can just paint and afterwards, you can just rinse the Crisco off and the paint won't stick. Is that true?

I'm going to be taping off the tires, but just wondering.

Not a bad idea. Problem is if you get crisco on the rims youre gonna have to really scrub the oil off. You dont want oil between your primer and paint. Chances are the paint will bubble. If you take my route it'll be safe. I may not have the best solution but lemme tell you...it works