How to polish a drive wheel on the truck, on the ground, and without a jack - Evan's Detailing

Sorry that the lighting is terrible as it was mid summer in Wisconsin in July and the sun was at perfect noon. But it was the only time I had an opportunity to film polishing a wheel on the ground. Polishing using a jack is definitely my preferred method of operation as you have seen in almost all of my wheel polishing videos but everyone kept asking for a video on how to do it on the ground and on the truck so here is my way. There really isn't a right and wrong way when it comes to this topic. My way may not be right for you but here is how I accomplish it.
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[@lphenterprisesllc7286]

Makes my shoulders hurt every time I watch that- looks great!!

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Takes some getting use to that's for sure. Thank you for watching!

[@samuelharrison7629]

Great video again Evan. It's the worst having to do rims without spinning them. 😫 Your one of the best, if not the best. Thanks.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I'm far from the best but I try hard everyday. Doing rims without spinning them is super difficult. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel. Truly appreciate you.

[@Mfleet]

You’re a legend

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

oh I don't know about that but thank you lol.

[@mtrent1483]

Great video as always! what could be causing black marks when I'm polishing? I dont mean pits, just black marks that wipe off when I wipe by hand. Too much rouge,? speed? pressure? I cleaned the wheel good before I started. Thanks for all your great stuff!

[@scottallred3941]

I’m fixing to do wheels on my Tri axle. Do you recommend 800-1000 grit to sand on tanks? Just back ends on fuel tanks are rougher than sides from rock pecks no dents just pecks.

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Check out my video on sanding up to 2,000 grit here on my channel. I never sand above 600 grit but that video best explains it.

[@lukeoforcas]

What’s the best way to remove the Alcoa stickers from new wheels? I’m hoping to sand smooth and polish my 22.5s before they get a chance to look bad so they are easier to maintain

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I use a heat gun and my fingernail. But a razor blade works well too.

[@davariomoon190]

I can't jack up my own trash truck but thats how I polish my wheels. nice video. did u finish with the green wheel or what wheel did u use to finish and what color block did u use

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

White wheel and green rouge. We used to jack up trash trucks all the time. Thank you for watching and commenting. Means a lot to us.

[@davariomoon190]

thank u for replying back. ? why didn't u use the the yellow wheel to finish with the green. like ur 2 step kit that u have. just curious

[@Get_er_Done_389]

Now why did you use a white wheel with a green bar rather than a white wheel and blue bar?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I NEVER use blue bar. I find the color it leaves to be not to my taste.

[@vernon207]

thats cool

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for watching.

[@piulapolimentosbrmx6300]

How much polishing?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Whatcha mean??

[@tomhanson329]

Evan, what buff are you using for the color?

[@Israel-lh7jn]

i’d also like to know, i just started polishing and most of my customers wheels are on the ground,

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

It is a loose 40 ply white with a green bar.

[@darrlynhazley2877]

So how do you price for polishing tanks and rims?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We have a certain starting price but it is really based on the condition of the metal and what type of polish they would want.

[@ceceliaolson2291]

That looked like it was a pain. No thanks ill keep using my jacks and homemade wheel polish tool. Just like the one you started with

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Me too. I will always use my jacks.

[@aaronatchison1390]

Comment

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks for the comment

[@aaronatchison1390]

Thanks for the best content on KZbin.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

You know like don't use makita i use DEWALT DWP849X 6000 RPM GRINDER SO IF I COME TO YOUR SHOP YOU WILL LET ME USE DEWALT

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

no problem

[@TheDapperTrucker]

This video really helped. I appreciate the in depth instructions. For the first time polishers you really are a huge help

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I’m glad to help. Hit me up anytime if you need help.

[@jimalton7100]

What do you use for removing road tar off wheels?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

goshineon.com/products/time-2-shine-aerosol-orange-supreme-degreaser?variant=43543602594010

[@powerhousegarage3733]

What should I buy for just starting out polishing from the machine - products any advice I will be polishing rims like the one in the video Btw keep up the good work 👍🏿

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Goshineon.Com/shop has an aluminum kit. That’s the best place to start. Check out a bunch of my how to videos and you should do great.

[@powerhousegarage3733]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing ok 👍🏿 will do thank you

[@jaydenviera2223]

Hey man do you know when you can upload the video on how to jack up the semi and trailer?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

sorry for the late response. It has be uploaded.

[@helpinghandsroadside]

Looking good as always keep on shining

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thanks so much

[@drewl4762]

I've done it on the ground by doing to bottom half then roll the truck forward do the next half then blend them together. Not ideal but I don't run show trucks just like to keep em shiny

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

To each their own way. If it works it works.Thanks for watching.

[@silverbulletent.8607]

I feel ya bud, I will get me a big ton Jack for my next jobs soon as I get some more under my belt, sadly the economy won't let me. Good thing is I just strated my first one this month, which was a total disaster

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

We all had to start somewhere. Its only up from the beginning. Keep after it and keep practicing.

[@karlstone6136]

Are those still clear coated? Do you need to remove clear coating from aluminum via sanding before cut and color?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

these ones weren't coated. If they are coated you would need to remove the coating before polishing.

[@romerock1957]

Before polish if you need to sand you use sandpaper P800 (FEPA) or 800 (CAMI)?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I never sand above 600.

[@tooldemoguy]

Even, just so I have this correct: Cut with Orange Pad/Brown Bar; Hand polish and hand buff; and to finish you use a White Pad/Green Bar. Then you are done, correct?

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

This is just one way to do it. I usually do orange with brown then yellow with green on stuff that spins and don't have to go upside down. LOL

[@tooldemoguy]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing I appreciate it!

[@bebeti9408]

Gj evan season is winding down ,time for winter hybirnation and maybe a vacation with the family

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

we stay steady all winter. But definitely need a vacation. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

DO YOU LIKE ROMA PIZZA

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I don't mind it.

[@andrewwurz3036]

Hey Evan could you make a video of polishing a peterbilt step if possible

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Check my channel. I have a peterbilt step tread video.

[@andrewwurz3036]

I just finished polishing my peterbilt ...it turned out beautiful..the only problem i had is the side of the step I tried every speed every angle and I did get it to shine but it's not mirror finish like the checker plate on the face of the step..it looks hashy in the sunlight

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

@@andrewwurz3036 Check out my video on how to polish diamond plate. It is definitely a different process a little to cut down on hash marks. If the video doesn't help let me know and I will walk you through a better solution.

[@custerfarmschippewavalleygrain]

Hay evan what is the audio music in this video

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

not sure tbh

[@TheLittleGuyTrucker]

💥💥💥👍👍👍💥💥💥

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Appreciate that.

[@MNpicker]

Oh yesssss 😀 Thanks man 😎🤘🏼

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

You bet!

[@angelmatias6655]

Always an amaizing job👍👍

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Willeee17]

Can u put a link on how to jack the truck

[@thebeastytank]

This came out awesome, how would u sand it for prep ??

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

I would take it off and sand it.

[@triple7441]

@@EvanStegerMetalPolishing 😂😂😂😂

[@brodypilcher3643]

U answered my question on the cut and hand polish is acceptable…good to kno I just wanna dress mine up now and then and this is what I needed thanks my man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Happy to help. Thank you for watching.

[@jimalton7100]

Thanks definitely the hard way .I’ll be sure to put that on the list of things not to do 😊

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Difficult yes, impossible... no. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@keithcarpenter9488]

Thank you again for another great educational video. Your the man

[@EvanStegerMetalPolishing]

Glad to help. Thanks for watching.