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25-03-2008, 07:51pm
Hi Spanner,
heres an update.
Having googled alloy repairs I found a lot of companies that repair alloy wheels - some in very bad shape by the pics. many of these were in Vic, no doubt there will be some in Qld. I was referred to Garry Carter in NSW (02 9755 1264) who seems to specialise in motorcycle rims.
He saw no issue with repairing my rim (especially as the crack is so small and only on the bead edge - I wouldn't have even noticed it if I wasnt going to put tape on the rim). Its a simple welding process with an alloy rod and can be done while i wait - cost between $40-60. I will ensure a thorough inspection when the wheel is off but as this is being done so often I cant see any safety issues - welding technology has been around a long time and its limitations well known.
I will wait until I need new tyres and will get it done then.
Hope this helps.
Steven
heres an update.
Having googled alloy repairs I found a lot of companies that repair alloy wheels - some in very bad shape by the pics. many of these were in Vic, no doubt there will be some in Qld. I was referred to Garry Carter in NSW (02 9755 1264) who seems to specialise in motorcycle rims.
He saw no issue with repairing my rim (especially as the crack is so small and only on the bead edge - I wouldn't have even noticed it if I wasnt going to put tape on the rim). Its a simple welding process with an alloy rod and can be done while i wait - cost between $40-60. I will ensure a thorough inspection when the wheel is off but as this is being done so often I cant see any safety issues - welding technology has been around a long time and its limitations well known.
I will wait until I need new tyres and will get it done then.
Hope this helps.
Steven