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Old 11-12-07, 01:10 PM
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Default Need input ASAP on rim bend

I am standing here looking at these IS300 rims (to go on an SC300) that I was going to buy when I was told they were in great shape. They do look good, except for the bend on this one wheel. It looks pretty serious to me. Anyone know if this looks like too bad of a bend to get the wheel to balance / the tire to stay on the rim?

I need quick input as I am considering purchasing these as I type.



Thanks for the help, sorry I had to make an entire thread regarding this.
Old 11-12-07, 01:14 PM
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You can get that fixed and the wheel will likely be straight... it will likely cost between $125 - $200 to get it done based on my experiences getting bends fixed on my old wheels (with similar bends). If they're OEM wheels it might not be cost effective.

You likely could get tires on there, but you'll have a very rough ride.
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might be an optical illusion but it seems to have thrown the whole damn wheel out of round
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It looks nasty in person. There is no way it would be worth fixing this, as I would only be paying $200 total for all 4 rims and tires.

I am wanted to just mount some new rims and drive ... these don't seem like they will allow me to do that.

Any other input?
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I Wouldnt Do It Not Worth It. The Beeds Of The Tire Might Not Sit Right And Create Air Leaks. Time To Look Around Some More. I See A Lot Of Deals On This Forum
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Originally Posted by PK_Celsior
I Wouldnt Do It Not Worth It. The Beeds Of The Tire Might Not Sit Right And Create Air Leaks. Time To Look Around Some More. I See A Lot Of Deals On This Forum
Yup, thats exactly what I' m doing. Thanks for the help guys, especially those quick posts. I appreciate it.
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