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stray bullitt · 01-29-2014, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by RickGM

These boys have sold over 5,000 sets without a problem SO WTF IS GOING ON WITH MINE !!!!

Sorry to see that Rick. Are the 2013 wheel rims much different from the original style,at the edges? It seems amazing to me, that with the amount of banding actually hidden between the tyre and rim, being pressed with quite a hefty force of tyre pressure, that they can shift so much. Have you noticed a loss in tyre pressures?

Diode Dynamics · 01-29-2014, 03:35 PM

Seems like a real headache for such a simple mod IMO.

Is there any kind of adhesive that could be used?

Nick C.

RickGM · 01-29-2014, 03:42 PM

James - they were well cleaned up before reinstalling and totally dry, rim, tyre and band. I haven't noticed the 40 mph bit but that must be for the stick ons. I have to say that Darren has been fantastic and is genuinely trying to help. He offered a refund straight away. He has also said that there's a different type being released mid Feb which he believes will fit fine.

Tim - I couldn't believe it either. I can't pull them out - even where they are hanging out. No pressure loss so it must still be sealing under the pressure even where it's at the popping out point. Customer service is first class and I'm sure it will get sorted somehow. Hope so coz I really like the look of them.

RickGM · 01-29-2014, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Diode Dynamics

Seems like a real headache for such a simple mod IMO.

Is there any kind of adhesive that could be used?

Nick C.

Not sure about the adhesive on this type. Got a feeling that the new style will still hook over the rim (rather than face mounted like the Rimblades) but will also be stuck. With the spoke arrangement and the geometry of my wheels there's no way to have the face mounted Rimblades.

jules1200 · 01-29-2014, 06:07 PM

Oh no, that's a bit of a bummer Rick, hope you get them sorted, keep us posted

Camaro Tom · 01-30-2014, 09:24 AM

I have got mine, not fitted yet, although they are alot more fluorescent than yellow lol.

ShadowV8 · 02-12-2014, 02:30 PM

Did you get this sorted yet Rick?

RickGM · 02-12-2014, 02:36 PM

Not yet Andy. Waiting for the new design to come in which should anytime now.

Kelly@PCMofNC · 02-12-2014, 02:36 PM

Wow never saw anything like that. Is it just to protect the rim edge and make it look a little prettier?

RickGM · 02-12-2014, 02:45 PM

Yes, exactly that. I scuffed a wheel so was looking for something to cover the damage and prevent it happening again. Having fitted them it's as much to enhance the look of the wheel.

ShadowV8 · 02-13-2014, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RickGM

Not yet Andy. Waiting for the new design to come in which should anytime now.

Cool, best of luck when they get here! Hope all goes well

Symone · 05-16-2015, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by RickGM

Yes, exactly that. I scuffed a wheel so was looking for something to cover the damage and prevent it happening again. Having fitted them it's as much to enhance the look of the wheel.

Did you ever get these sorted as I was looking at getting some cheers

RickGM · 05-16-2015, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Symone

Did you ever get these sorted as I was looking at getting some cheers

Yes, using Rimblades rather than Rimbands. They stick on so you fit them yourself although mine got pretty much mullered when I had new tyres fitted. 😔

The Rimbands should work perfectly if you can find a tyre fitter with experience of them.

Phatz · 05-17-2015, 06:49 PM

Dunno why they have come out! Mine have been in place for 3/4 months and still in place!!!!!

01-29-2014, 03:35 PM	#16
Diode Dynamics Drives: Camaro Lighting Experts Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 2,429	Seems like a real headache for such a simple mod IMO. Is there any kind of adhesive that could be used? Nick C. __________________ John C. Diode Dynamics Follow Us: FB // IG // YT // TikTok

01-29-2014, 03:42 PM	#17
RickGM Drives: 2013 SS V8 L99 Magnusson Heartbeat Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South Leicestershire, United Kingdom Posts: 888 View My Garage	James - they were well cleaned up before reinstalling and totally dry, rim, tyre and band. I haven't noticed the 40 mph bit but that must be for the stick ons. I have to say that Darren has been fantastic and is genuinely trying to help. He offered a refund straight away. He has also said that there's a different type being released mid Feb which he believes will fit fine. Tim - I couldn't believe it either. I can't pull them out - even where they are hanging out. No pressure loss so it must still be sealing under the pressure even where it's at the popping out point. Customer service is first class and I'm sure it will get sorted somehow. Hope so coz I really like the look of them. __________________ UK Camaro Owner. One of a few.

01-30-2014, 09:24 AM	#20
Camaro Tom Tomblebee Drives: Bumblebee Camaro 2010 Edition Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Birmingham, England Posts: 182 View My Garage	I have got mine, not fitted yet, although they are alot more fluorescent than yellow lol. __________________

02-12-2014, 02:36 PM	#22
RickGM Drives: 2013 SS V8 L99 Magnusson Heartbeat Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South Leicestershire, United Kingdom Posts: 888 View My Garage	Not yet Andy. Waiting for the new design to come in which should anytime now. __________________ UK Camaro Owner. One of a few.

02-12-2014, 02:45 PM	#24
RickGM Drives: 2013 SS V8 L99 Magnusson Heartbeat Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South Leicestershire, United Kingdom Posts: 888 View My Garage	Yes, exactly that. I scuffed a wheel so was looking for something to cover the damage and prevent it happening again. Having fitted them it's as much to enhance the look of the wheel. __________________ UK Camaro Owner. One of a few.

01-29-2014, 06:07 PM	#19
jules1200 Drives: Delorean DMC12, Camaro SS Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Derbyshire Posts: 333	Oh no, that's a bit of a bummer Rick, hope you get them sorted, keep us posted

02-12-2014, 02:30 PM	#21
ShadowV8 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS V8 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Lancashire Posts: 292	Did you get this sorted yet Rick?

02-12-2014, 02:36 PM	#23
Kelly@PCMofNC Drives: 2010 RS/SS Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 968	Wow never saw anything like that. Is it just to protect the rim edge and make it look a little prettier?

05-17-2015, 06:49 PM	#28
Phatz Phatz Drives: V8 SS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Surrey, UK Posts: 111 View My Garage	Dunno why they have come out! Mine have been in place for 3/4 months and still in place!!!!!