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Mitch90535im
07-12-2007, 09:41 AM
Can anyone recommend a Wheel Repair Service that they are satisfied with? I have a slightly bent M-Contour replica. I was going to replace it with a new one, but appearently they are no longer available.

I emailed one service in CA, but never received a reply, so I'm not likely to depend on someone for service if they will not even return an inquiry email.

Ross
07-12-2007, 09:46 AM
I have used Transwheel (800 392 9724) in Huntington IN. and been pleased with results.

stargazer_61
07-12-2007, 10:18 AM
http://www.wheelcollision.com/

I haven't had a wheel repaired from them, but I needed some bolts for a Style 5 refinish & they had them. Only place I could find. From what I have read, they are good.

Good luck with the repair!

CharlesAFerg
07-12-2007, 02:04 PM
http://www.wheelcollision.com/

I haven't had a wheel repaired from them, but I needed some bolts for a Style 5 refinish & they had them. Only place I could find. From what I have read, they are good.

Good luck with the repair!

OMG!

BMW 98-01 740I/750I H 59282 18x8 2 Piece BBS Crosslace 1091735 BBS 2 PC FRONT - ST 5 $ 614 $ 425 $ 375 Picture
http://www.wheelcollision.com/wccpix/59282.jpg
BMW 98-01 740I/750I H 59283 18x9 2 Piece BBS Crosslace 1091736 BBS 2 PC REAR- ST 5 $ 621 $ 425 $ 375 Picture
http://www.wheelcollision.com/wccpix/59283.JPG

!!!!!!!!!!

Would 9" wide wheels fit? I thought Mac-V tried it with somje serious fender folling...? Yea?

brodee
07-12-2007, 02:46 PM
OMG!
Would 9" wide wheels fit? I thought Mac-V tried it with somje serious fender folling...? Yea?

You mean like these??
http://www.ethirty.com/album/albums/My%20Cars/95-540i/For%20Sale/normal_PICT7494.JPG
Fit with no issue running 265/35-18's on the rear 9" wheels

As for the wheel repair, I highly recomend these guys - SABS (http://www.damagedwheel.com/home.html) They have done a few sets of wheels for me and I know people ship wheels from all over the country to them.

Rick L
07-12-2007, 07:24 PM
Try Wheel America... They do a good job and offer lifetime warranty on finish! See link below:

http://fixrim.com/


Can anyone recommend a Wheel Repair Service that they are satisfied with? I have a slightly bent M-Contour replica. I was going to replace it with a new one, but appearently they are no longer available.

I emailed one service in CA, but never received a reply, so I'm not likely to depend on someone for service if they will not even return an inquiry email.

brodee
07-12-2007, 08:02 PM
Try Wheel America... They do a good job and offer lifetime warranty on finish! See link below:

http://fixrim.com/

I've heard horror stories about wheel America. No first hand experience though

Rick L
07-12-2007, 08:09 PM
They did a great job with my friend's AMG SLK and looked brand new. And also restored my HRE three-piece wheels for my Maserati and they came out great... I guess it depends on the tech who redo your rim?


I've heard horror stories about wheel America. No first hand experience though

Barney Paull-Edwards
07-13-2007, 11:54 AM
If they are cast wheels dont even think about straightening them, they are weakened and will fail. Forged wheels will repair but very carefully by an expert with a BIG press.

Tiger
07-13-2007, 02:31 PM
Majority of wheels on the road are cast. Only the wheel repair shop got the experience to tell you if they can safely repair your wheel... They can weld those crack if it occurs.

Remember, they got liabilities on repairing wheels so they know what can be done or not.

[1990]525
07-13-2007, 02:49 PM
Sketchy. Get new wheels.

Barney Paull-Edwards
07-13-2007, 05:21 PM
most option factory wheels are forged and all Ronal, which is why they cost more. Welding up cracks in wheels is mad if you drive fast or hit potholes, they crack due to overstress or shock, be glad they dont repair aircraft wheels.

CharlesAFerg
07-14-2007, 04:54 AM
You mean like these??
http://www.ethirty.com/album/albums/My%20Cars/95-540i/For%20Sale/normal_PICT7494.JPG
Fit with no issue running 265/35-18's on the rear 9" wheels

As for the wheel repair, I highly recomend these guys - SABS (http://www.damagedwheel.com/home.html) They have done a few sets of wheels for me and I know people ship wheels from all over the country to them.

Wow, Very nice - PM me links to more pictures, that is gorgeous!

I was also speaking of those wheels I posted, they're staggered - I can't imagine how rare that must be. That's definately what I want.

gtopaul
07-14-2007, 07:28 AM
Can anyone recommend a Wheel Repair Service that they are satisfied with? I have a slightly bent M-Contour replica. I was going to replace it with a new one, but appearently they are no longer available.

I emailed one service in CA, but never received a reply, so I'm not likely to depend on someone for service if they will not even return an inquiry email.

I've used Wheel Wizard in Atlanta, http://wheelwizard.com/, a couple of times with first rate results. They even refinish the inside of the wheels which some don't. Prices are reasonable and turn-around quick.

Paul L