Thread: How to remove "sticky weight" residue from wheels?

Originally Posted by Fivefingerdeathpunch

I always use brake cleaner with a rag and just rub the **** out of it.

I've balanced enough rims in the past to know how stupid some brands are to get off.

A wire wheel will damaged the rims, it will remove clear coat and paint. Only use that if the rim is already half junk and peeling.

The inside of the rim isn't clear coated like the outside, is it?