Apparently there was some unfinished roadwork on Barrington Road during my commute this morning, and at least 3 of my rims are bent. I've previously had repairs done at Wheels America in Elk Grove, but I was curious if anyone has any other/better recommendations.

 

you could try sergeys house of wheels.

https://www.facebook.com/sergeyshouseofwheels?fref=ts

 

Anyone have any other recommendations? Also, I know it's a stealership, but does anyone have any experiences with Mint, the cosmetic reconditioning company that's at McGrath Lexus in Westmont?

 

This is the guy you want no question, he does amazing work - https://www.facebook.com/sergeyshouseofwheels?fref=ts

 

Went to two shops, both agreed that at least 3, and likely all 4 wheels could not be safely repaired--bends in both the barrel and the hub. The fourth one they might have been able to fix, but the bend was bad enough that they thought a spoke might break when they pulled the rim back out. 2 wheels were cracked in addition to the bends in all 4.

So last week the new wheels went on--Renn Motorsport RS-51. They're flow-formed, so should be a good bit stronger than the old ones, which were Low-pressure cast. Quite a bit lighter to boot, at just around 21lbs for the 19x8.5, and 21.5lbs for the 19x9.5.

I've filed a claim with the state, but won't hear back from them for at least 6 months. Who knows whether they'll actually pay.

 

I would definalty go to the local police dept and file a report for the damage to your car... The city or contractors are responsible to maintain a safe road. Take a few pics of the road as well. I bet youir not the only victim.

 

The hole was covered with a steel plate later the same day, and repaired a day or two after. I submitted my claim to IDOT, and they kicked it up the chain to the Construction company, since the state is a supplemental insured on their policy for that project. We'll see what comes out of it.