Curbed Alloy

Hoyboy · 03-31-2017, 03:39 AM

So this morning on the way to work I managed to curb my alloy trying to get past some stupid lorry that hadn't parked properly

Can anyone recommend a decent place to get it refurbished? I've got the 442 m sport 19" diamond cut alloys and I'm based in Watford.

Cheers.

Ronstein · 03-31-2017, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Hoyboy

So this morning on the way to work I managed to curb my alloy trying to get past some stupid lorry that hadn't parked properly

Can anyone recommend a decent place to get it refurbished? I've got the 442 m sport 19" diamond cut alloys and I'm based in Watford.

Cheers.

Sytner High Wycombe did mine when the GT went back and they did a great job.

Hoyboy · 03-31-2017, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Ronstein

Sytner High Wycombe did mine when the GT went back and they did a great job.

Ok cool that's not too far away. Did they fix it the same day or did you have to leave the car/wheel with them?

Also if you don't mind me asking how much did it cost you? I tried phoning them but no one was available to talk so I am waiting for a call back.

soulboy · 03-31-2017, 06:05 AM

fit a set off alloy gators,great value and very protective

Ronstein · 03-31-2017, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Hoyboy

Ok cool that's not too far away. Did they fix it the same day or did you have to leave the car/wheel with them?

Also if you don't mind me asking how much did it cost you? I tried phoning them but no one was available to talk so I am waiting for a call back.

Hiya

They had the car for a couple of days as they did several wheels and they strip back, repaint and re-finish the whole wheel so several coats have to dry. My cost wouldn't be relevant as the Mrs works there so I got a special rate

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goodbyalfa · 03-31-2017, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by soulboy

fit a set off alloy gators,great value and very protective

Hoyboy · 03-31-2017, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Ronstein

Hiya

They had the car for a couple of days as they did several wheels and they strip back, repaint and re-finish the whole wheel so several coats have to dry. My cost wouldn't be relevant as the Mrs works there so I got a special rate

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Ah ok nice! They phoned me back and quoted £150 + VAT for one wheel

So I told them to jog on haha. No way it should cost that much

Soul_Glo · 03-31-2017, 01:22 PM

You're not to far from First Aid Wheels in West Hampstead.

Hoyboy · 03-31-2017, 04:28 PM

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You're not to far from First Aid Wheels in West Hampstead.

Funny you mentioned that. My mate at work said he used them for the alloys on his Golf R and they look as good as new. He paid £90 + VAT which is a lot more reasonable. I'll give them a call and see what they say.

Soul_Glo · 03-31-2017, 11:25 PM

I have used them twice for two sets of exchange alloys. The powder coated ones are still going strong 4 years after the exchange. Sold my other set when parting with car. Father in law had his jag wheels refurbished. Four bent wheels straightened, all curb damage repaired, powder coated, fitted, balanced, £390 inc VAT

Peter is the man to contact.

Hoyboy · 04-01-2017, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Broken_Gearbox

I have used them twice for two sets of exchange alloys. The powder coated ones are still going strong 4 years after the exchange. Sold my other set when parting with car. Father in law had his jag wheels refurbished. Four bent wheels straightened, all curb damage repaired, powder coated, fitted, balanced, £390 inc VAT

Peter is the man to contact.

I'm chatting to a bloke called Paul and he said I have two options. Either a smart repair (cosmetic, local repair faded silver tone) at £60inc Vat 2 hours job or face refurbishment with diamond cut finish and lacquer at £120 inc vat same day job. Has anyone done the cosmetic repair on diamond cut wheels before? He seems to think it's ok as it's only a small bit of damage.

Hoyboy · 04-01-2017, 06:08 AM

Here's a picture of the damage. It's not that bad really...

badgerbrock72 · 04-01-2017, 07:02 AM

You could have ago at repairing that yourself with some wet/dry, metal Polish and then topping of with few layers of clear lacquer surely? Got to be worth a try!?

simnew · 04-01-2017, 07:23 AM

Looks very minor damage to me - you should see mine !!

Soul_Glo · 04-01-2017, 08:27 AM

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Here's a picture of the damage. It's not that bad really...

That looks fine on a smart repair as it is minor. As for 2 hours. You'd be lucky. They are always busy so guaranteed to go over. You're better off going for the one day turn around if you can to allow them extra time. It will be worth it though.

Do not attempt to repair it yourself. You need proper lacquer that runs in the region of £100-150 for a tiny bottle. It is like aerospace grade and applied to bare metal surfaces like diamond cut. Too much and you lose the finished look and too little you suffer from 'white worm.' Secondly, you'd have to get the cut just right so it doesn't look obvious. To that the wheel will go onto a diamond cut lathe. A small part of the damage is removed. You can only repair these diamond cut wheels 2-3 times before they cannot be cut further. So now is your chance to get the whole wheel done if there is damage on the inside or requires straightening. They will highlight any damage to you when they take the wheel off.

XAlp · 04-01-2017, 08:48 AM

Teaston has one for sale in Classified?

Carjack · 04-01-2017, 12:53 PM

Lepsons of Gillingham, Kent are very good. I know it's a trip from Watford but I travel 50 miles, but it's worth it.
For 18" wheels, silver chrome about £120 inc VAT.

ioannisG · 04-01-2017, 12:59 PM

I wouldn't re cut them if I were you. Either live with it or try a smart repair as the damage is not huge and the wheels will be weakened by recutting. Wait till you have a few more or till the white worm starts making an appearance

Soul_Glo · 04-01-2017, 01:33 PM

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I wouldn't re cut them if I were you. Either live with it or try a smart repair as the damage is not huge and the wheels will be weakened by recutting. Wait till you have a few more or till the white worm starts making an appearance

Weaken the wheel?

ioannisG · 04-01-2017, 01:45 PM

Yes, diamond cutting removes material from the face and rim of the wheel hence weakening it. That's why you're only allowed to re cut them 2-3 times max, if that.

matty81 · 04-01-2017, 04:36 PM

That's not to bad I scuffed mine pretty bad today. I wanted to cry!!

Kid_droid · 04-02-2017, 03:49 AM

I was going use these guys once for my old civic alloys once, but got a sweet deal for some new aftermarkets so never got to use them at the end.

http://www.diamondalloys.co.uk

They are based in Northolt, quite near to you so just drive by there and check out their work.

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Soul_Glo Major General 13347 Rep 7,484 Posts Drives: G20 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Manhattan, NYC iTrader: (1)	I have used them twice for two sets of exchange alloys. The powder coated ones are still going strong 4 years after the exchange. Sold my other set when parting with car. Father in law had his jag wheels refurbished. Four bent wheels straightened, all curb damage repaired, powder coated, fitted, balanced, £390 inc VAT Peter is the man to contact.
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badgerbrock72 Captain 111 Rep 624 Posts Drives: 340i M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Birmingham iTrader: (1)	You could have ago at repairing that yourself with some wet/dry, metal Polish and then topping of with few layers of clear lacquer surely? Got to be worth a try!?
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Carjack Stormtrooper 170 Rep 806 Posts Drives: 330i G20 M-Sport Portimao Blue Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Lepsons of Gillingham, Kent are very good. I know it's a trip from Watford but I travel 50 miles, but it's worth it. For 18" wheels, silver chrome about £120 inc VAT.
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ioannisG Private First Class 67 Rep 192 Posts Drives: 330d F30 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: London iTrader: (0)	I wouldn't re cut them if I were you. Either live with it or try a smart repair as the damage is not huge and the wheels will be weakened by recutting. Wait till you have a few more or till the white worm starts making an appearance
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ioannisG Private First Class 67 Rep 192 Posts Drives: 330d F30 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Yes, diamond cutting removes material from the face and rim of the wheel hence weakening it. That's why you're only allowed to re cut them 2-3 times max, if that.
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