Fixing pitted and corroded Momo Quasars.

I have some Quasars with some nasty pitting and corrosion. The coating on them is peeling badly. Should I just have them sand blasted clean? They are chrome finish.

Dang, Quasars. A true blast from the past. 

I know. My second set ever. Got rid of a pair in the late 90s. These came up for sale three years ago about four hours away from me. I couldnt pass them up and the seller was willing to meet halfway. They really need some help though.

15x7, I assume? 

Sandblasting chrome wheels is usually a loss; you are better off to find a chrome shop that will remove the chrome. Then have them powdered in wheel silver and call it a day. Wont be particularly cheap though

There is a sandable powder coat primer. It works very well filling small pits. It makes the powder process a two to three times in the oven job.

I'm not so sure they're actually chrome. I think they're high polished and clear coated. I read somewhere that chroming weakens aluminum. It was on the internet so it must be true.

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I've stripped two sets of chrome wheels, both had cracks under  the chrome. Small sample size....

I believe we referred to Quasars are being chrome but, thinking back, I can’t remember the actual finish. Truly an unerrated rad-era ’80s icon.

Did a similar project with some LorBers I snagged in Japan long ago.  The aluminum is a bit soft for most media but occasionally I've gotten away with baking soda.  Often the corrosion is trapped under clear coat and with luck isnt' too deep.  You can start with dismounting the tires, then coat the wheels in Heavy Duty EasyOff oven cleaner or aircraft paint stripper(depending on your location and what is available).  Let sit for a bit to soften up the clear coat, then use a power washer and green scrub pad to get it off.  Keep repeating until the clear is gone.  From there, you can have them inspected for cracks or fatigue.  If they're salvageable, start the polishing process to bring back the shine.