Jer309GTi 3 Posted January 9, 2008 My Dad had a scrap 306 given to him to get rid of, and it had some 16" wheels on. He very kindly gave them to me to put on my 405, but we noticed that 2 of the wheels had been through a pothole at some point. Can I please have some opinions on whether a) the wheels can be repaired and b ) if not, would they be safe enough to use for track days? They are both pretty much the same as this, the damage being 2 dents where the wheel went down into the pothole, pointing towards the camera. The wheels aren't cracked, just bent but to me it seems that may be a weak spot? I hope not though... Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
welshpug 1,657 Posted January 9, 2008 should be fine, unsure from the pic but the tyre bead and where it sits is still round. as long as it seals and doesn't affect the way the tyre rolls there wont be a problem though they may need balancing if its happened after the tyres were fitted. I've seen worse than that knocked out with a hide mallet!! alloy is quite soft Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miles 331 1 Cars Posted January 9, 2008 What make of wheel is it? the cheap aftermarket wheels are crap and bend time after time, but if it's a good quality one it will come out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doof 11 Posted January 9, 2008 Surely the comment "would they be safe enough to use for track days?" is completely daft? I'd only ever want something in perfect condition for blatting round tracks at 110mph on the limit of grip!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jer309GTi 3 Posted January 9, 2008 Surely the comment "would they be safe enough to use for track days?" is completely daft? wtf do you think I asked for?? Surely thats a fair enough question, the wheels are only slightly damaged so thought I'd ask to make sure Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jer309GTi 3 Posted January 9, 2008 Miles and Welshpug, they are only cheap (i think) aftermarket wheels, the wheels balanced up fine when new tyres were fitted a few months ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baz 421 Posted January 9, 2008 I should think they'll be fine also, i'd prefer them on the back myself. Seen (and had) worse!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jer309GTi 3 Posted January 9, 2008 I should think they'll be fine also, i'd prefer them on the back myself. Seen (and had) worse!! Thats what my Dad said, if I was going to use them. I'll get them balanced again to make sure they arent way out and give them a go Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
welshpug 1,657 Posted January 9, 2008 what brand + style are they? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveW 6 Posted January 10, 2008 Ive got a cyclone with a dent like that and was wondering if it could be 'bashed' back? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jer309GTi 3 Posted January 10, 2008 what brand + style are they? They are 'alltech Italia', never heard of them. And they are chunky 5 spokes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1 FAT PUG 39 Posted January 13, 2008 i have had worse streightend out for my mates Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doof 11 Posted January 13, 2008 wtf do you think I asked for?? Surely thats a fair enough question, the wheels are only slightly damaged so thought I'd ask to make sure Sorry mate, i kinda read it as "i dont want to use these on the road but would they be ok for track use?"...i'll just shut up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
