So I curbed my wheel... - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

sir574 · 07-06-2011, 08:34 AM

Now what.... I have about a 3 inch scrape on my front passenger side wheel. It's there any simple ways to minimize this with out having to pay too much?

woodj · 07-06-2011, 08:37 AM

There should be a place that repairs wheels in your area. The dealership probably knows someone. They usually have a trailer and will go dealer to dealer. Much cheaper than a new wheel.

Dep130 · 07-06-2011, 09:01 AM

I did the same thing last year. I took it a guy outside of Massilon, I think it was Tuslaw. He did a great job. You can't even tell where it was , the cost was around $80, took around 3 hrs

FastEddie · 07-06-2011, 09:02 AM

Yeah it's a great morning to curb your rim.

Rogue Leader · 07-06-2011, 09:17 AM

I've done this, theres a local place that fixes them for $120. Check your yellowpages I'm sure theres someone by you.

PS Don't try to fix it yourself. I did and while it can get close, its not right, and you'll never do a polish and clearcoat job like a pro shop does.. I'm having all 4 of my wheels refinished later this year due to this.

Ironheadspearo · 07-06-2011, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue Leader

I've done this, theres a local place that fixes them for $120. Check your yellowpages I'm sure theres someone by you.

PS Don't try to fix it yourself. I did and while it can get close, its not right, and you'll never do a polish and clearcoat job like a pro shop does.. I'm having all 4 of my wheels refinished later this year due to this.

Quit going to mcdonalds

AnnaBear@SpartaChevy · 07-06-2011, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by woodj

There should be a place that repairs wheels in your area. The dealership probably knows someone. They usually have a trailer and will go dealer to dealer. Much cheaper than a new wheel.

That's what I was gonna say. Good advice!

E.T. · 07-06-2011, 09:37 AM

I bought a kit from a site online and was able to cover up a scrape on mine, but I wasn't too impressed with the results. I now have a couple other "bites" because the lot I now park in at work has a gated exit, that is slightly curved and ridiculously narrow, with curbs on both sides. That, and the fact that I can't see where they're at from inside the, means I have a few boo boos.:(

You could give these guys a try:

http://www.awrswheelrepair.com/

Honestly though, mine is my daily driver, so I'm just going to accept the fact that there will be some bumps & bruises. It costs at least a 100 bucks to fix one wheel, and it's bound to happen again anyway.

bigsquirrel · 07-06-2011, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E.T.

I bought a kit from a site online and was able to cover up a scrape on mine, but I wasn't too impressed with the results. I now have a couple other "bites" because the lot I now park in at work has a gated exit, that is slightly curved and ridiculously narrow, with curbs on both sides. That, and the fact that I can't see where they're at from inside the, means I have a few boo boos.:(

You could give these guys a try:

http://www.awrswheelrepair.com/

Honestly though, mine is my daily driver, so I'm just going to accept the fact that there will be some bumps & bruises. It costs at least a 100 bucks to fix one wheel, and it's bound to happen again anyway.

+1 This is who I use in ABQ, just refinished all my wheels and they quite honestly look better than new. They strip the clear coat polish the wheel and repair then reapply, they are stunning. If you don't mind the maintenance ask them to leave the clear coat off.

Bodih · 07-06-2011, 09:45 AM

I bought a set of chrome curb feelers from JC Whitney... stylin'!!!

Kidding, but you almost need them in this car.

kennyo · 07-06-2011, 11:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue Leader

I've done this, theres a local place that fixes them for $120. Check your yellowpages I'm sure theres someone by you.

PS Don't try to fix it yourself. I did and while it can get close, its not right, and you'll never do a polish and clearcoat job like a pro shop does.. I'm having all 4 of my wheels refinished later this year due to this.

I am curious where u went to..

Rogue Leader · 07-06-2011, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ironheadspearo

Quit going to mcdonalds

It was actually Checkers that I curbed one bad HEHEHE

Quote:

Originally Posted by kennyo

I am curious where u went to..

Wheel Fix It in Freeport, HIGHLY reccomended

http://www.wheelfixit.com/

plan-b · 07-06-2011, 11:16 PM

Do a Yelp or Google Maps search for "wheel repair" or "rim repair" in your area. There should be a few companies that do it. I curbed my passenger side rear last Friday (one week after picking up the car!

) and have an appointment to have it fixed tomorrow. Most of these outfits are mobile for a number of reasons. For one, the materials they need are easily carried in a van or truck. Plus they'd prefer to come to you so that the car has been sitting for a little while and has cooled to ambient temperature. Radiated heat from brakes, engine & exhaust make it hard for them to use their fillers and such.

SUX2BU · 07-06-2011, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue Leader

I've done this, theres a local place that fixes them for $120. Check your yellowpages I'm sure theres someone by you.

PS Don't try to fix it yourself. I did and while it can get close, its not right, and you'll never do a polish and clearcoat job like a pro shop does.. I'm having all 4 of my wheels refinished later this year due to this.

Wow, you guys need to be more careful with your wheels.

07-06-2011, 08:34 AM	#1
sir574 Drives: 2017 SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Akron OH Posts: 293	So I curbed my wheel... Now what.... I have about a 3 inch scrape on my front passenger side wheel. It's there any simple ways to minimize this with out having to pay too much?

07-06-2011, 09:17 AM	#5
Rogue Leader Iatefiberglassinsulation Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,601 View My Garage	I've done this, theres a local place that fixes them for $120. Check your yellowpages I'm sure theres someone by you. PS Don't try to fix it yourself. I did and while it can get close, its not right, and you'll never do a polish and clearcoat job like a pro shop does.. I'm having all 4 of my wheels refinished later this year due to this. __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS - was daily driver, now toy 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - Daily Driver 2017 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 - Wifes Car 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT 6.0 - Tow Vehicle 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S - Project Car 1994 Volkswagen Golf - Race Car "Like" my race team on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/farfrumwinnin

07-06-2011, 09:37 AM	#8
E.T. Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 3,267	I bought a kit from a site online and was able to cover up a scrape on mine, but I wasn't too impressed with the results. I now have a couple other "bites" because the lot I now park in at work has a gated exit, that is slightly curved and ridiculously narrow, with curbs on both sides. That, and the fact that I can't see where they're at from inside the, means I have a few boo boos.:( You could give these guys a try: http://www.awrswheelrepair.com/ Honestly though, mine is my daily driver, so I'm just going to accept the fact that there will be some bumps & bruises. It costs at least a 100 bucks to fix one wheel, and it's bound to happen again anyway. __________________

07-06-2011, 09:45 AM	#10
Bodih I Got My Orange Crush Drives: it like I stoles it... Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,079	I bought a set of chrome curb feelers from JC Whitney... stylin'!!! Kidding, but you almost need them in this car. __________________ My love is in league with the freeway. Its passion will ride, as the cities fly by, and the tail-lights dissolve in the coming of night. And the questions in thousands take flight ~Robert Plant - Big Log~

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07-06-2011, 08:37 AM	#2
woodj Drives: 2SS/RS RJT Vert Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 658 View My Garage	There should be a place that repairs wheels in your area. The dealership probably knows someone. They usually have a trailer and will go dealer to dealer. Much cheaper than a new wheel.

07-06-2011, 09:01 AM	#3
Dep130 Póg mo thóin! Drives: 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 127	I did the same thing last year. I took it a guy outside of Massilon, I think it was Tuslaw. He did a great job. You can't even tell where it was , the cost was around $80, took around 3 hrs

07-06-2011, 09:02 AM	#4
FastEddie Account Suspended Drives: 2010 IOM LS3 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 672	Yeah it's a great morning to curb your rim.

07-06-2011, 11:16 PM	#13
plan-b No Compromise Drives: '04 996 C4S, '11 2SS Convertible Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: SFBA, California Posts: 199	Do a Yelp or Google Maps search for "wheel repair" or "rim repair" in your area. There should be a few companies that do it. I curbed my passenger side rear last Friday (one week after picking up the car! ) and have an appointment to have it fixed tomorrow. Most of these outfits are mobile for a number of reasons. For one, the materials they need are easily carried in a van or truck. Plus they'd prefer to come to you so that the car has been sitting for a little while and has cooled to ambient temperature. Radiated heat from brakes, engine & exhaust make it hard for them to use their fillers and such.