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Rage · 11-02-2010, 04:38 PM

While getting both of my front tires replaced(under warranty), the careless mechanic scratched the heck out of both of my front rims

. So I took it back the next morning.....they actually tried to tell me I scratched both rims by hitting curbs!! Even if(and thats a big if) I did the damage, how the hell did I create concentric circles all the way around the rim? Sorry no pics..... But anyway, they are having both of my front rims refinished tomorrow. Anyone else have experience with rim refinishing? They are 20" brushed aluminum, not midnite silver.

Entaille · 11-02-2010, 04:40 PM

jesus it's irritating to read about how every dealer puts the blame on the customer.

next time they touch your car, ask them to sign a walk-around sheet for any existing damage.. it's the only way to keep them partially honest.

Rage · 11-02-2010, 04:46 PM

Walk around sheet, good idea. Thanks

RipperFox · 11-02-2010, 05:00 PM

HD camcorder FTW. Video every inch prior to leaving it with them, and let them watch you. And get "them" on vid watching you. They dont even bother with the "that was there when you drove in BS..." with me anymore. Just a roll of the eyes, and we will fix it.

Entaille · 11-02-2010, 05:02 PM

sucks that we have to go to such extremes.. :/

Ironheadspearo · 11-02-2010, 05:04 PM

I had this happen with a previous truck i owned..... I took great care in keeping the rims in mint condition only to have some idiot gouge all 4 rims with a tool to remove the wheel weights..... they didn't do anything for me to repair their damage.... pissed me off big time

Silver Ice · 11-02-2010, 05:06 PM

Went to dealer yesterday to get a front end alignment. Dealer scraped the bottom on the front end putting the car on the machine. I saw them do it and when I asked them if they hit it they said no. I looked underneath and its scraped on both sides. Now I have to get it painted even though they are paying for it. Idiots

RipperFox · 11-02-2010, 05:07 PM

Sounds like you didnt throw big enough fit. You would really be uncomfortable around me if some crap like that would have happened to me. Tend to be real mean when stuff like that happens. The Marine Drill Instructor in me comes out real fast.

camarossrs2150 · 11-02-2010, 05:17 PM

trust me you give them hell. you will get whatever you want plus more .ive been there.and they took care of me in more then one way .

Rage · 11-02-2010, 06:27 PM

Thanks guys.... Being in sales/mgmt for soo long I always try the diplomatic way first, Then get nasty! Seems to have worked soo far. I'll keep you posted.

Saint-n-Sinner · 11-02-2010, 06:32 PM

Sorry to hear about your rims, just curious what dealer was it?

jeepguy_1980 · 11-02-2010, 06:46 PM

I got a flat a few weeks ago and the tire shop damaged my wheel with their machine. They hooked me up with some guy to get it fixed and he was never available to help me.

camarossrs2150 · 11-02-2010, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeepguy_1980

I got a flat a few weeks ago and the tire shop damaged my wheel with their machine. They hooked me up with some guy to get it fixed and he was never available to help me.

hey jeep guy do you want me to take care of it for ya .lol

11-02-2010, 04:38 PM	#1
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Dealer scratched my rims.... While getting both of my front tires replaced(under warranty), the careless mechanic scratched the heck out of both of my front rims . So I took it back the next morning.....they actually tried to tell me I scratched both rims by hitting curbs!! Even if(and thats a big if) I did the damage, how the hell did I create concentric circles all the way around the rim? Sorry no pics..... But anyway, they are having both of my front rims refinished tomorrow. Anyone else have experience with rim refinishing? They are 20" brushed aluminum, not midnite silver. __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

11-02-2010, 04:40 PM	#2
Entaille Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lake Stevens Posts: 1,005	jesus it's irritating to read about how every dealer puts the blame on the customer. next time they touch your car, ask them to sign a walk-around sheet for any existing damage.. it's the only way to keep them partially honest. __________________

11-02-2010, 04:46 PM	#3
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Walk around sheet, good idea. Thanks __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

11-02-2010, 05:00 PM	#4
RipperFox Grrr!!! Drives: BLK/IOM '11 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OK Posts: 380 View My Garage	HD camcorder FTW. Video every inch prior to leaving it with them, and let them watch you. And get "them" on vid watching you. They dont even bother with the "that was there when you drove in BS..." with me anymore. Just a roll of the eyes, and we will fix it. __________________ Rules for ordering a car. 1. Dealers are liars 2. Buy off the lot 3. See rule #1

11-02-2010, 05:02 PM	#5
Entaille Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lake Stevens Posts: 1,005	sucks that we have to go to such extremes.. :/ __________________

11-02-2010, 05:04 PM	#6
Ironheadspearo ride the pain train Drives: 2011 1LT RS, 1998 fxstc HD Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Daytona Beach Posts: 2,047	I had this happen with a previous truck i owned..... I took great care in keeping the rims in mint condition only to have some idiot gouge all 4 rims with a tool to remove the wheel weights..... they didn't do anything for me to repair their damage.... pissed me off big time __________________ PAIN is temporary, PRIDE is forever......RACE HARD

11-02-2010, 05:06 PM	#7
Silver Ice Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss-rs Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: RI Posts: 845 View My Garage	Went to dealer yesterday to get a front end alignment. Dealer scraped the bottom on the front end putting the car on the machine. I saw them do it and when I asked them if they hit it they said no. I looked underneath and its scraped on both sides. Now I have to get it painted even though they are paying for it. Idiots

11-02-2010, 05:07 PM	#8
RipperFox Grrr!!! Drives: BLK/IOM '11 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: OK Posts: 380 View My Garage	Sounds like you didnt throw big enough fit. You would really be uncomfortable around me if some crap like that would have happened to me. Tend to be real mean when stuff like that happens. The Marine Drill Instructor in me comes out real fast. __________________ Rules for ordering a car. 1. Dealers are liars 2. Buy off the lot 3. See rule #1

11-02-2010, 05:17 PM	#9
camarossrs2150 Drives: abm2ssrs Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: still out of my mind Posts: 2,095	trust me you give them hell. you will get whatever you want plus more .ive been there.and they took care of me in more then one way . Attached Images __________________ [SIGPIC]

11-02-2010, 06:27 PM	#10
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	Thanks guys.... Being in sales/mgmt for soo long I always try the diplomatic way first, Then get nasty! Seems to have worked soo far. I'll keep you posted. __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

11-02-2010, 06:32 PM	#11
Saint-n-Sinner Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 45	Sorry to hear about your rims, just curious what dealer was it?

11-02-2010, 06:46 PM	#12
jeepguy_1980 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newport News Posts: 1,310 View My Garage	I got a flat a few weeks ago and the tire shop damaged my wheel with their machine. They hooked me up with some guy to get it fixed and he was never available to help me.

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