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If you have a bent wheel is there a way to unbend it?
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You'd probably have to contact the maker of the wheel and ask if they do this service, because some do. Some shops actually do this kind of service too.
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I had a bent rim for my 99 SVT that I had to get replaced. Discount Tire got a refurbished wheel for $175. Later I learned that the TireRack had brand new ones for $140.
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yes, a lot of places can do it. At least around here, most wheel/tire shops will give it a shot.
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Originally posted by starjammir: If you have a bent wheel is there a way to unbend it?
www.fixrim.com
I've taken two sets of wheels to the local fixrim.com dealer and have had pretty good results. Of course, I've since bent a couple again....
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Originally posted by msujdog: I had a bent rim for my 99 SVT that I had to get replaced. Discount Tire got a refurbished wheel for $175. Later I learned that the TireRack had brand new ones for $140. 
I laugh at you
I bent mine, had it restretched and refinished for $75.00 from Discount Tire....but it didnt matter because they own all 4 of my SVT rims and I got some nice Enkeis...
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Originally posted by dion: Originally posted by starjammir: If you have a bent wheel is there a way to unbend it?
www.fixrim.com
I've taken two sets of wheels to the local fixrim.com dealer and have had pretty good results. Of course, I've since bent a couple again....
They fixed one of mine, of course it rebent a few months later in the same spot on a bad expansion joint. They said their was no way to fix it. I paid $120 at FixRim
Best to buy an extra wheel or two if you plan on bending/curbing one.
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Best to buy an extra wheel or two if you plan on bending/curbing one.
I do not know of too many people that plan to curb/bend their rims. But I agree with your statement to a point, thats why I own a set of 5 s7 mods.
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steel wheels are easy to rebend. good way to vent frustration with a hammre as well. (yes i know you're probly not asking about steel, but who knows)
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Originally posted by unknown:
Best to buy an extra wheel or two if you plan on bending/curbing one.
I do not know of too many people that plan to curb/bend their rims. But I agree with your statement to a point, thats why I own a set of 5 s7 mods.
Lol, me either but it happens
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