Scuffed wheel

ctzn · 02-22-2009, 02:04 PM

So normally I leave my car parked during the week and take the BART to work in the city, but in the interest of breaking the car in, I have been driving in to my office a few times a week (my office is in downtown San Francisco).

Last week I drove in a few times to take advantage of the nice weather, and on Friday, leaving work, I caught this island, you can see the turn lane I was in between the sidewalk and the island:

I was turning and consequently paying more attention to foot traffic and auto traffic, so I ran up on the last little bit of the island, producing a horrific crunching sound (I honestly thought my front bumper was smashed).

This process scuffed up my wheel and scraped the underside of my front bumper and the underside of the sideskirt (both on the driver side).

you can kind of see the scrapage in this one, and never mind the dirtiness as it has been raining a lot around here

I am trying to think of my options at this point, mostly for the wheels. I was planning on powder coating my stock wheels gunmetal, but I am not so sure I want to dump the money into wheels that are less than perfect. Is there a way to fix a wheel scuff such as this?

I am thinking of keeping the wheels as track wheels, with some sticky rubber on them, and for daily use get a set of 19" CE28N:

Any other suggestions on a fix here?

I know the Pearl White is very difficult to paint match so I may have to ask the dealer I bought it from if I can get a new bumper and sideskirt... or I can just wait until a aftermarket bumper comes out that I like.

I am not sure what to do at this point, or what my options are. Any insight as to what can be done is much appreciated.

Crash · 02-22-2009, 02:29 PM

That sucks, man. Curbing is always inevitable. (Especially if you drive in Los Angeles or San Francisco.)

There's a few places that fix wheels out here, but I have no clue out in SF.

ctzn · 02-22-2009, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crash

That sucks, man. Curbing is always inevitable. (Especially if you drive in Los Angeles or San Francisco.)

There's a few places that fix wheels out here, but I have no clue out in SF.

I will have to look into that, the scuff is pretty deep so I am not sure how it can be fixed to like new...

On the other hand, it is just an excuse for me to get new wheels

Another concern I have is that it ripped into the tire partially, not too deep there is a laceration there. I hope not a cause to worry.

Crash · 02-22-2009, 02:54 PM

I can't tell from the pics about the tire. I've had lacerations to tires before. Once it did cause my tire to blow out. And another time cause the tire to "slow" leak which would have ended up blowing out anyway.

Repairing wheels gives surprising results. I've seen WAY worse damage repaired to look new. I have no idea how they do it, but they're good at it. Repairs usually cost about $150 and it usually only takes a couple days.

Might as well get the new weeks, but I'd use the new ones for tracking because they're lighter.

AK370Z · 02-22-2009, 02:55 PM

wow, I am very sorry to see this. It does look pretty bad. If I were you I would either:

a. Cheapest option: Repairing the wheel ($150ish as crash mentioned.)

b. Regular option: Get the same single OEM wheel. You can get them on ebay/craigslist or Nissan dealership etc. This one is for a whole set eBay Motors: 370Z 19INCH WHEELS (item 280313687853 end time Feb-22-09 11:57:50 PST) but you get the idea.

c. Expensive option: Get a new set of Volks from one of our sponsors

ctzn · 02-22-2009, 03:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK370Z

wow, I am very sorry to see this. It does look pretty bad. If I were you I would either:

a. Cheapest option: Repairing the wheel ($150ish as crash mentioned.)

b. Regular option: Get the same single OEM wheel. You can get them on ebay/craigslist or Nissan dealership etc. This one is for a whole set eBay Motors: 370Z 19INCH WHEELS (item 280313687853 end time Feb-22-09 11:57:50 PST) but you get the idea.

c. Expensive option: Get a new set of Volks from one of our sponsors

I think it might be a combination of 'a' and 'c' to be honest. I will just hold off on powder coating the stock wheels and put the money into new wheels.

Anyone know if the fitment is the same from the 350 to the 370?

Do you suppose Volk needs a new 370 as a sponsor for their wheels?

*goes to PM Sharif...

Namir · 02-22-2009, 03:13 PM

Its just an excuse to get those Volks. The TE37s behind them are pretty sexy too.

Sorry to hear you curbed, but like crash said, it's almost inevitable :\

Cown3d · 02-22-2009, 03:15 PM

ce28n on a 370z

ctzn · 02-22-2009, 03:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Namir

Its just an excuse to get those Volks. The TE37s behind them are pretty sexy too.

Sorry to hear you curbed, but like crash said, it's almost inevitable :\

Gotta make the best of the situation I reckon.

I really like the TE37's on the 350, but I don't think they would work on the 370. It is hard to know at this stage though as no one really has any aftermarket wheels on their 370's yet to get an idea of what they look like.

RCZ · 02-22-2009, 04:04 PM

ugh that sucks

send it to me, I get free wheel repairs/replacements for life

theDreamer · 02-22-2009, 04:12 PM

That sucks, sorry.

AK370Z · 02-22-2009, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ctzn

I think it might be a combination of 'a' and 'c' to be honest. I will just hold off on powder coating the stock wheels and put the money into new wheels.

Anyone know if the fitment is the same from the 350 to the 370?

Do you suppose Volk needs a new 370 as a sponsor for their wheels?

*goes to PM Sharif...

What's your preferable colors? I have always liked "bronze"ish rims on a White Z. Here are some example:

CE28

TE37

For no lip look, I kinda like this model

How they look on Z:

Let the mod fever begin!

ctzn · 02-22-2009, 05:16 PM

Yes I love the CE28 in Bronze, I think it would look incredible on the 370, the RE30 is also very nice looking. I really love the G2 wheel as well, but they are only available in 20" at this time.

I guess someone has to take the leap in being the first to mod the 370, might as well be me.

SoCal 370Z · 02-22-2009, 06:17 PM

Sorry to hear about your mishap. I once had a set of MOMO's that had custom bored to fit a vehicle, I go to park in it and clip a curb in a strip mall parking island. I have no idea why they stopped using the rounded curb profile...maybe it's time to bring them back?

Nismo_Mike89 · 05-19-2013, 08:30 AM

i know this is way out of date, but i just got a nismo 370 and the same thing happened to me.

What did you end up doing?

02-22-2009, 02:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
ctzn inquisitive Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Back in Midwest, StL Posts: 384 Drives: G35 Rep Power: 17	Scuffed wheel So normally I leave my car parked during the week and take the BART to work in the city, but in the interest of breaking the car in, I have been driving in to my office a few times a week (my office is in downtown San Francisco). Last week I drove in a few times to take advantage of the nice weather, and on Friday, leaving work, I caught this island, you can see the turn lane I was in between the sidewalk and the island: I was turning and consequently paying more attention to foot traffic and auto traffic, so I ran up on the last little bit of the island, producing a horrific crunching sound (I honestly thought my front bumper was smashed). This process scuffed up my wheel and scraped the underside of my front bumper and the underside of the sideskirt (both on the driver side). you can kind of see the scrapage in this one, and never mind the dirtiness as it has been raining a lot around here I am trying to think of my options at this point, mostly for the wheels. I was planning on powder coating my stock wheels gunmetal, but I am not so sure I want to dump the money into wheels that are less than perfect. Is there a way to fix a wheel scuff such as this? I am thinking of keeping the wheels as track wheels, with some sticky rubber on them, and for daily use get a set of 19" CE28N: Any other suggestions on a fix here? I know the Pearl White is very difficult to paint match so I may have to ask the dealer I bought it from if I can get a new bumper and sideskirt... or I can just wait until a aftermarket bumper comes out that I like. I am not sure what to do at this point, or what my options are. Any insight as to what can be done is much appreciated.

02-22-2009, 02:29 PM	#2 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 589	That sucks, man. Curbing is always inevitable. (Especially if you drive in Los Angeles or San Francisco.) There's a few places that fix wheels out here, but I have no clue out in SF. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

02-22-2009, 02:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 589	I can't tell from the pics about the tire. I've had lacerations to tires before. Once it did cause my tire to blow out. And another time cause the tire to "slow" leak which would have ended up blowing out anyway. Repairing wheels gives surprising results. I've seen WAY worse damage repaired to look new. I have no idea how they do it, but they're good at it. Repairs usually cost about $150 and it usually only takes a couple days. Might as well get the new weeks, but I'd use the new ones for tracking because they're lighter. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

02-22-2009, 02:55 PM	#5 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	wow, I am very sorry to see this. It does look pretty bad. If I were you I would either: a. Cheapest option: Repairing the wheel ($150ish as crash mentioned.) b. Regular option: Get the same single OEM wheel. You can get them on ebay/craigslist or Nissan dealership etc. This one is for a whole set eBay Motors: 370Z 19INCH WHEELS (item 280313687853 end time Feb-22-09 11:57:50 PST) but you get the idea. c. Expensive option: Get a new set of Volks from one of our sponsors __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

02-22-2009, 03:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
Namir Track Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: OH and VA Posts: 627 Drives: 09 G37S 6MT Rep Power: 255	Its just an excuse to get those Volks. The TE37s behind them are pretty sexy too. Sorry to hear you curbed, but like crash said, it's almost inevitable :\ __________________ Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in. G37S\|6MT\|PREM\|NAV\|Eibach\|Ichibia\|Injen

02-22-2009, 03:15 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cown3d Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Durham, NC Posts: 113 Drives: 87' Mazda rx7 TII Rep Power: 16	ce28n on a 370z

02-22-2009, 04:04 PM	#10 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	ugh that sucks send it to me, I get free wheel repairs/replacements for life

02-22-2009, 04:12 PM	#11 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	That sucks, sorry.

02-22-2009, 05:16 PM	#13 (permalink)
ctzn inquisitive Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Back in Midwest, StL Posts: 384 Drives: G35 Rep Power: 17	Yes I love the CE28 in Bronze, I think it would look incredible on the 370, the RE30 is also very nice looking. I really love the G2 wheel as well, but they are only available in 20" at this time. I guess someone has to take the leap in being the first to mod the 370, might as well be me.

02-22-2009, 06:17 PM	#14 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	Sorry to hear about your mishap. I once had a set of MOMO's that had custom bored to fit a vehicle, I go to park in it and clip a curb in a strip mall parking island. I have no idea why they stopped using the rounded curb profile...maybe it's time to bring them back?

05-19-2013, 08:30 AM	#15 (permalink)
Nismo_Mike89 Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Panama City Beach Posts: 4 Drives: Nissan370Z Nismo 11' Rep Power: 12	i know this is way out of date, but i just got a nismo 370 and the same thing happened to me. What did you end up doing?

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