Cracked Wheels?
 

After replacing a Rohana RC10 due to a wheel crack that was causing air to leak, I decided to check over all of my other wheels. I discovered that I have another tire leaking slowly (3psi per week) and I suspect another cracked wheel. Before I order anything can I get a second opinion on these pictures?

Yep its cracked (source: has eyes)

1st pic looks like incomplete weld around the corner. The 2nd pic is a crack. Need to dye check it.

do a water dunk test.

you hit something nasty to cause that?

I believe that you may be able to have those repaired at a good shop. Ask around and see. It's still cheaper than buying new ones.

Well I took them to a reputable shop near me and they didn't think it was worth trying to repair. If Rusty is right about the 1st picture it looks like 2 other wheels have incomplete welds also. I don't trust these wheels anymore... time for something else.

The thing is that I can't remember hitting anything hard. Weird because I'm also pretty good about checking my tires pressures so I don't think that was a contributing factor either. Im really beginning to think there's something defective in the manufacturing of these.

are they? aren't rohana ebay wheels? just get a new set and run taller sidewall and or more psi.

The rims can be fixed. But I don't know if it would be worth it. You would have to remove the finish. Dye check the whole rim for cracks. Weld prep the cracks, and deflects. Weld, then grind smooth. Redye check the repairs. Then refinish the rim. Depending on the type of aluminium. It still may crack later on.

Not familiar with Rohana nor do I shop for anything on eBay. In that case, why do you not contact the manufacturer/distributor? Inexpensive or not, there should be some recourse for the customers.
http://rohanawheels.com/contacts/

Rohana is cheap replica garbage ... dump those wheels and get some real ones. OEM Sport wheels are very high quality wheels - probably 90% of the wheels that people replace them with are a downgrade :ugh:

:iagree: just stick with the 09-12 sport wheels or nismo wheels especially if u dont know wtf ure doing.

I went with a used pair of sport rays. Lesson learned... but at least I got them at a good price and they came with tires that are good for making smoke.

Any chance of manufacturer or tire shop helping in anyway?

Probably not unless brand new and defective. Dey are all sales reps anyway in da USA , manufacturer is somewhere in china.

kenchan, I totally agree with you. There is a big difference between cast and forged wheels. The OEM sport and Nismo wheels are all forged.

I contacted Rohana and sent them the pictures I posted here and one more with the same small/wider crack issue. I'll report back on the customer service I get from them... so far at least they responded.

Make sure your tell the folks at Rohana that you have already posted this issue on a couple of auto forums that you frequent. Tell them that you and the other forum members are expecting a positive resolution as it may be the only saving grace for them.

I'll definitely do that. Have others or you had issues with Rohana specifically?

I don't run the Rohanas, sorry. Google "Rohana wheel reviews" and see what comes up. I know that a few of the long time forum members mentioned that Rohana is not considered a great name in aftermarket wheels. GL and left us know what happens.

Update on Rohanna customer service:
5/5 - responded to my initial inquiry stating they may not get back to me until Monday (understandable since I messaged at the end of the day on a Friday)

5/8 - no response

5/9 - i sent a follow up... let's see where this goes