Alloy Wheels

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by Thomas Bauer, Nov 20, 2003.

  1. Thomas Bauer

    Thomas Bauer Guest

    I will be collecting my 'new' (2000 model year) Sonata GSi today. It is the
    first car I have had with alloy wheels.
    In the past, when I have had new tyres fitted to a car, I noticed how the
    tyre levers, used by the fitter, scrapped the paint from the edge of the
    wheel.
    What are people's experiences with alloy wheels being damaged by tyre
    fitters and is there a way to prevent damage?
    Many thanks.
    Thomas Bauer
    (UK)
     
    Thomas Bauer, Nov 20, 2003
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  2. Thomas Bauer

    seahorse25 Guest

    You might contact a local car club and ask which fitter they use.

    S25
     
    seahorse25, Nov 20, 2003
    #2
  3. Thomas Bauer

    Craigel Guest

    This is caused by carelessness of the installer or the age of their equipment.
    Use judgement on where you take your car. Speed kills. Is it really that
    important to have you new tires mounted fast?
    Just voice your concern when you go to get new tires and get assurance that
    they can do it without damaging your rims.
     
    Craigel, Nov 27, 2003
    #3
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