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[MikeC]

I've got a stash of old rims that I'd like to remove the worn out rubber from.  What is the best method?  Acetone, Lacquer Thinner, something else?  

[Jay Guard]

I just put them in a jar filled with lacquer thinner.  The rubber expand and will pop right off the rims in about 30-45 minutes. The only reason you might not want to use lacquer thinner is if you've got plastic rims.

[MikeC]

I think some of the rims are plastic, like some of the JK wheels.  Not sure they are plastic, but similar to plastic.

Also, how many at a time, depending on the size of the container you soak in, I'd imagine...  How often should I change the thinner?

[James Wendel]

Regular paint thinner works too and I think that it does a better job of releasing the old glue from the rim... although it may take a bit longer. 

 

I keep a glass pickle jar on the shelf and toss in worn-out tires whenever I think of it.  When I am ready to mount a batch of tires, I strain it through a dollar-store strainer into a second jar.  I never replace the thinner... just add more as needed. 

[Mike K]

I use acetone. Most of my rims are JK plastic. Never change the acetone, just add enough to cover the tires in the glass container.

[swodem]

So what's the best solvent to use with JK rims and 3M Weatherstrip Adhesive?


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[Ralph Thorne]

I've been using lacquer to remove rubber off of JK rims for years with no problem, and I soak them for 24 hours.

[Lee Palmer]

I've had a few issues with set screw getting stuck. Like chemical reaction between aluminum / mag hub and steel/stainless set screw. I just remove them before soak now.

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[Zippity]

So what's the best solvent to use with JK rims and 3M Weatherstrip Adhesive?
 

 

I soak mine in brush and roller cleaner.

[swodem]

Do you use the above adhesive tho Zip?


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[Zippity]

I use either Ados F2 or Selleys Kwik Grip contact adhesives - both much the same thing, no?

[Phil Hackett]

I don't recommend soaking Mag wheels in acetone for long periods of time. Laquer thinner is best... also heating up the wheel will also weaken the glue (insert soldering iron into wheel) if you're in a hurry.