How To Fix Gutter Rash

If the rash is not that deep sand the lip down polish it up and respray it with clear coat.

How to fix gutter rash.

In order to give the rim the same look with the same texture and color. Check the rim if it has a protective coating. Cut the tape with a scissors or a razor knife photo 2. Begin by sanding the damaged spot with a rough sandpaper of about 220.

Most modern cars are now sold with polished diamond cut wheels so if you scratch. While not a permanent fix you can generally get another season or two out of the gutters as long as the damage isn t extensive by applying a silicone or rubber gutter caulk or sealant. If the gutter is badly rusted or has been heavily coated with tar that you can t scrape out spray on a special adhesive primer before applying the tape protecto tek is one brand but you may need to special order it. Wiping out the coating on the rim.

Just a heads up the clear coat the use on most polished lips is extremely tough so i would recommend using some paint stripper just be extremely careful it will strip pretty much anything it comes in contact with.