 buying used rims, what to look for? |
 Apr 6, 2008 - 12:44 AM
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Just wondering, since often you can find used rims in good condition for a lot cheaper than new rims, is there any way to make sure there is nothing wrong with them? Is a visual inspection good enough?
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Apr 7, 2008 - 3:02 PM
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it is only good if you get a good deal. really good deal. if they sell for 400 and new are 600, is it really worth the risk.
Bad wobbly rims would make tires uneven. If unsure ask the seller to let you try the wheels on your car. I did ths once, and my car shook like a blender. I said no thanks.. having them balanced, can get costly. I know samsclub chages 15 for all 4, but i dont know where you live -------------------- Learned a lot in 10 years... I hardly log in anymore, last login Today Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOL
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Rider buying used rims Apr 6, 2008 - 12:44 AM
96bluevert yeah, since there's nothing electrical or mech... Apr 6, 2008 - 12:55 AM
Kustomizor have a good look and see if theres any sign of dam... Apr 6, 2008 - 4:35 AM goferris not really much to check for other than curb rash ... Apr 6, 2008 - 3:35 AM Rider QUOTE(goferris @ Apr 6, 2008 - 4:35 ... Apr 7, 2008 - 9:00 AM 808celica camber wear on the tires. umm bubbles........leaky... Apr 6, 2008 - 3:36 AM Valo666 if you can, try and get the rims spun on a tire ba... Apr 7, 2008 - 10:38 AM xs94st i agree with valo..if u can get em spun on a balan... Apr 7, 2008 - 1:13 PM |
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