View Poll Results: How many scratches rims do you have?
None
32
25.40%
One
43
34.13%
Two
22
17.46%
Three
16
12.70%
Four
11
8.73%
Five, yes I suck THAT bad
2
1.59%
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How many scratches rims do you have?
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12-01-2004, 07:13 AM
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I just scuffed one of my 18" OEM rims this past w/e (damn low profile 235/40/18s!). I used a guy locally (Lehigh Valley, PA) to repair it. Came to the house, took the wheel off, repaired it, and reinstalled. $80. Wheel is as good as new - I can't even tell where the damage was - no matter how closely I inspect the wheel.
12-01-2004, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by pinito
I just scuffed one of my 18" OEM rims this past w/e (damn low profile 235/40/18s!). I used a guy locally (Lehigh Valley, PA) to repair it. Came to the house, took the wheel off, repaired it, and reinstalled. $80. Wheel is as good as new - I can't even tell where the damage was - no matter how closely I inspect the wheel.
12-01-2004, 03:13 PM
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Drifting
Originally Posted by pinito
I just scuffed one of my 18" OEM rims this past w/e (damn low profile 235/40/18s!). I used a guy locally (Lehigh Valley, PA) to repair it. Came to the house, took the wheel off, repaired it, and reinstalled. $80. Wheel is as good as new - I can't even tell where the damage was - no matter how closely I inspect the wheel.
12-01-2004, 03:40 PM
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I have 2, but they were both caused by the Acura server tech of the week when he removed and replaced my tires.
I nominated both the technician and the service rep for Darwin awards as they tried to convince me that the scratch was actually dirt.
I asked how dirt etches the wheel in perfect circumferences, and only occurs on the front wheels......I am sure this has NOTHING to do with the fact the tires were replaced
JAG Azzez
I nominated both the technician and the service rep for Darwin awards as they tried to convince me that the scratch was actually dirt.
I asked how dirt etches the wheel in perfect circumferences, and only occurs on the front wheels......I am sure this has NOTHING to do with the fact the tires were replaced
JAG Azzez
12-01-2004, 03:55 PM
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Rock-
My friend (whose nickname is Rock - how funny is that) turned me on to that guy. Turns out it is a franchise and he is the local rep - he actually doies work for all the dealerships around here . The company's website is http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. They have a locator service that will give you the information on who you can contact locally. Cannot speak for any other reps (obviously) but the guy that does it locally did a great job.
Mods - not trying to sell the company just provide information. I know how angry I was on Saturday when I scuffed the rim. Sure beats buying a new wheel.
My friend (whose nickname is Rock - how funny is that) turned me on to that guy. Turns out it is a franchise and he is the local rep - he actually doies work for all the dealerships around here . The company's website is http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. They have a locator service that will give you the information on who you can contact locally. Cannot speak for any other reps (obviously) but the guy that does it locally did a great job.
Mods - not trying to sell the company just provide information. I know how angry I was on Saturday when I scuffed the rim. Sure beats buying a new wheel.
12-01-2004, 08:11 PM
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Drifting
Originally Posted by pinito
Rock-
My friend (whose nickname is Rock - how funny is that) turned me on to that guy. Turns out it is a franchise and he is the local rep - he actually doies work for all the dealerships around here . The company's website is http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. They have a locator service that will give you the information on who you can contact locally. Cannot speak for any other reps (obviously) but the guy that does it locally did a great job.
Mods - not trying to sell the company just provide information. I know how angry I was on Saturday when I scuffed the rim. Sure beats buying a new wheel.
My friend (whose nickname is Rock - how funny is that) turned me on to that guy. Turns out it is a franchise and he is the local rep - he actually doies work for all the dealerships around here . The company's website is http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. They have a locator service that will give you the information on who you can contact locally. Cannot speak for any other reps (obviously) but the guy that does it locally did a great job.
Mods - not trying to sell the company just provide information. I know how angry I was on Saturday when I scuffed the rim. Sure beats buying a new wheel.
needs to have his wheels clean when he is on the streets.
01-06-2005, 01:36 AM
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1st Gen TL... hope that doesn't matter... but NONE!!! i just got new 18's not to long ago... but my stockers... 
i'd have to say OTHER... i don't even think one of them was round anymore... 
i'd have to say OTHER... i don't even think one of them was round anymore...
01-06-2005, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by spooky3ce
1st Gen TL... hope that doesn't matter... but NONE!!! i just got new 18's not to long ago... but my stockers... i'd have to say OTHER... i don't even think one of them was round anymore...
i'd have to say OTHER... i don't even think one of them was round anymore... ITS NOT ROUND? oh my god...does it look like a flintstones wheel?
01-11-2005, 09:11 PM
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I do not have any scratches. But then I am so Anal Retentive about them. I know they will scratch and dent easily, so I stay away from pot holes and curbs.
01-13-2005, 05:30 AM
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3/4 for me. Wife did all three, though I came along later and added to two of them. I've looked in to http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. but haven't had them come yet. There's a guy about 45 minutes from me. Has anyone gotten them to give you the name/color code for the paint they use to get a perfect match? I know the wheel paint has come up many times but maybe not within the context of someone else doing the repair, it's usually "What color do I buy at Pep Boys?"
01-13-2005, 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 04TLMan
I do not have any scratches. But then I am so Anal Retentive about them. I know they will scratch and dent easily, so I stay away from pot holes and curbs.
Well, the morning after I posted this, guess what...that is right, I kissed a curve!! I was angry. Thought I had enough space. I guess I was due.
01-14-2005, 12:49 PM
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Racer
Wheel Paint Code/Name needed
Originally Posted by SpecialFX
3/4 for me. Wife did all three, though I came along later and added to two of them. I've looked in to http://www.mobilewheelrepair.com. but haven't had them come yet. There's a guy about 45 minutes from me. Has anyone gotten them to give you the name/color code for the paint they use to get a perfect match? I know the wheel paint has come up many times but maybe not within the context of someone else doing the repair, it's usually "What color do I buy at Pep Boys?"
My wife dinged her TL's wheels, I was able to fix the defects in the metal but not find a perfect match for the paint.
Any help would be appreciated.
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