Scratched Wheel Woes....

tjlazer · 08-11-2011, 06:24 PM

yeah I would not bother getting a new wheel. That is minor damage and can be repaired easy. If you buy a new wheel it can happen again and you would be pissed again. Just get it fixed, in a year or so you will have knics, scratches even when being really careful! I have no curbage on mine, but I do have several rock chips and some scratches that I have no idea how they got there! Just wear and tear I guess...

happytheman · 08-11-2011, 08:06 PM

Oh Quad! How wonderful of you to provide me with such an opportunity! The chance to have even more lightweight (but still forged) wheels is nearly irresistible! But alas, I fear the cumbersome cost of shipping that I might incur may far outweigh (and not quite offset) the cost of a repair! I suppose I will never know the true joy of shaving time off my 1/4 mile....

kenchan · 08-11-2011, 08:40 PM

ouch... but yah, that's a typical repair most wheel repair shops deal with so you can probably get that fixed.

happytheman · 08-12-2011, 05:39 PM

You're welcome for the pics! Well, not saying that your wife is a crappy driver or anything (hell, I screwed up too), but having an additional driver increases the likeliness somewhat doesn't it?

FromG2Z · 08-13-2011, 11:01 PM

Happy, that is nothing. U will be fixed in no time. My first brand new car, a 2001 acura integra, I curbed shortly after getting it....in a bank parking lot. I never knew about wheel repair at that time

EazyD · 08-14-2011, 12:27 AM

How much is a repair? I only have 1-inch marks so probably won't repair...but still curious..

happytheman · 08-14-2011, 02:56 AM

I got an email back from the mobile repair outfit, and they said that my damage was definitely repairable and would run me between $125-$150. I say that's a steal if it turns out well, when compared to the $750 that a new wheel would run me!

Thanks for the recommend, Beach! I will be setting an appt. with this outfit hopefully this week and will be sure to let you know more soon!

Arkaine · 08-14-2011, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

I got an email back from the mobile repair outfit, and they said that my damage was definitely repairable and would run me between $125-$150. I say that's a steal if it turns out well, when compared to the $750 that a new wheel would run me!

Thanks for the recommend, Beach! I will be setting an appt. with this outfit hopefully this week and will be sure to let you know more soon!

Interested in the pics when fixed!
When I bought my car it had 1 rim curbed slightly.. going to do the same thing as you!

caneman88 · 08-14-2011, 09:53 PM

fixed mine with Powder-coat for about $100 per wheel

BeachZTT · 08-14-2011, 06:57 AM

Glad to help! Fingers crossed.

kensin0429 · 08-15-2011, 03:44 AM

anyone know the color code for 40th wheels?

i just got a curb rash today , nothing big. 1inch mark

might just powder coat them to some other gun metal typ color after i rash it up some more ; P

happytheman · 08-15-2011, 06:44 AM

It's my understanding that Nissan is being really tight-lipped about the paint code for the 40th. If you find out what it is, please post it back here so others can benefit!

kensin0429 · 08-15-2011, 06:57 AM

will do , i damage a front wheel befor and i had sent them out to repair
and the shop refuse to do it after having the wheel for 2 days, they tell me they cant find the right color to match it and if they repaint the wheel it wont match the others.

so i bite the bullet and bought a new one from nissan. never again

i might as well fix the wheel and powder coat all of them and it whould of been cheaper

lesson learnd !

Sarah T · 08-16-2011, 07:30 PM

When i bought the car i got the rim insurance for $500 for five years coverage, i hit a bank curb too, but got it refinished already. It was funny cause it happened after i realized i payed all that money and was so careful and had no scratches then rub rub a dub, insurance has worked good. I did notice though that the silver color was slightly duller than the factory coating. I might be crazy but they look a little duller.

happytheman · 08-19-2011, 10:51 PM

Made appointment with mobile wheel repair outfit this coming Wednesday.

I asked about the process. It takes approx. two hours and goes like so:

Remove tire from vehicle
Remove tire from wheel
Grind, repair
Paint black
Paint OEM color
Paint clear coat
Bake
Paint clear coat
Bake

We'll see how it goes. I'll post pictures afterwards. Wish me luck!

08-11-2011, 06:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
tjlazer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Tacoma Age: 53 Posts: 2,496 Drives: Z34, R35 Rep Power: 20	yeah I would not bother getting a new wheel. That is minor damage and can be repaired easy. If you buy a new wheel it can happen again and you would be pissed again. Just get it fixed, in a year or so you will have knics, scratches even when being really careful! I have no curbage on mine, but I do have several rock chips and some scratches that I have no idea how they got there! Just wear and tear I guess... __________________ 2009 370Z Monterey Blue,Nismo Conversion,RE-11's, K&N Typhoon intakes,Blue Kickplates,Homelink,FI 18" CBE,ERZ HFCs,Hotchkis sways, Swift Spec-R, EVO-R Highwing, UPREV Last edited by tjlazer; 08-11-2011 at 06:31 PM.

08-11-2011, 08:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	Oh Quad! How wonderful of you to provide me with such an opportunity! The chance to have even more lightweight (but still forged) wheels is nearly irresistible! But alas, I fear the cumbersome cost of shipping that I might incur may far outweigh (and not quite offset) the cost of a repair! I suppose I will never know the true joy of shaving time off my 1/4 mile.... __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

08-12-2011, 05:39 PM	#4 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	You're welcome for the pics! Well, not saying that your wife is a crappy driver or anything (hell, I screwed up too), but having an additional driver increases the likeliness somewhat doesn't it? __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

08-13-2011, 11:01 PM	#5 (permalink)
FromG2Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Fields of Opportunities Posts: 1,406 Drives: '12 5.0, kona, 6MT Rep Power: 18	Happy, that is nothing. U will be fixed in no time. My first brand new car, a 2001 acura integra, I curbed shortly after getting it....in a bank parking lot. I never knew about wheel repair at that time __________________ 2012 5.0 GT Prem, Kona Blue, 6MT, HID, Brembo, 3.73 -- Ordered: 9/20/11, Born on: 10/20/11, Delivered 11/15/11"Marilyn" GT500 mufflers/flaps, MGW shifter, FRPP K springs, BMR panhard bar, Boss coil covers, 3DC spoiler, Llumar Tint (35% and 20%), 3M ClearBra

08-14-2011, 12:27 AM	#6 (permalink)
EazyD A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Massachusetts, USA Posts: 1,211 Drives: 2010 6MT Sport pkg. Rep Power: 26	How much is a repair? I only have 1-inch marks so probably won't repair...but still curious.. __________________ Pearl White 2010 370Z Sport, Stillen CBE, tint, K&N drop-in filters, GT-R start button, Kenwood DNX-6980 with backup cam, LED bulbs, Raceseng shift knob.

08-11-2011, 08:40 PM	#3 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	ouch... but yah, that's a typical repair most wheel repair shops deal with so you can probably get that fixed.

08-14-2011, 02:56 AM	#7 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	I got an email back from the mobile repair outfit, and they said that my damage was definitely repairable and would run me between $125-$150. I say that's a steal if it turns out well, when compared to the $750 that a new wheel would run me! Thanks for the recommend, Beach! I will be setting an appt. with this outfit hopefully this week and will be sure to let you know more soon! __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

08-14-2011, 06:57 AM	#10 (permalink)
BeachZTT Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 746 Drives: '10 BC ZR T/S/Nav Rep Power: 17	Glad to help! Fingers crossed. __________________ '10 ZR Black Cherry Sport/Touring/Nav, Swift Springs, Stillen G3s, 15mm-F 20mm-R Spacers, SPC, Spoiler Solutions Rear Wing, Stubby Antenna

08-15-2011, 03:44 AM	#11 (permalink)
kensin0429 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: palmsprings Posts: 244 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 16	anyone know the color code for 40th wheels? i just got a curb rash today , nothing big. 1inch mark might just powder coat them to some other gun metal typ color after i rash it up some more ; P __________________ 10 40th AE Z

08-15-2011, 06:44 AM	#12 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	It's my understanding that Nissan is being really tight-lipped about the paint code for the 40th. If you find out what it is, please post it back here so others can benefit! __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

08-15-2011, 06:57 AM	#13 (permalink)
kensin0429 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: palmsprings Posts: 244 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 16	will do , i damage a front wheel befor and i had sent them out to repair and the shop refuse to do it after having the wheel for 2 days, they tell me they cant find the right color to match it and if they repaint the wheel it wont match the others. so i bite the bullet and bought a new one from nissan. never again i might as well fix the wheel and powder coat all of them and it whould of been cheaper lesson learnd ! __________________ 10 40th AE Z

08-16-2011, 07:30 PM	#14 (permalink)
Sarah T Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: CT Posts: 12 Drives: 2009 370Z Rep Power: 14	When i bought the car i got the rim insurance for $500 for five years coverage, i hit a bank curb too, but got it refinished already. It was funny cause it happened after i realized i payed all that money and was so careful and had no scratches then rub rub a dub, insurance has worked good. I did notice though that the silver color was slightly duller than the factory coating. I might be crazy but they look a little duller. Last edited by Sarah T; 08-16-2011 at 07:34 PM.

08-19-2011, 10:51 PM	#15 (permalink)
happytheman A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 10,737 Drives: MB 6M Tour/Sport Z34 Rep Power: 1823	Made appointment with mobile wheel repair outfit this coming Wednesday. I asked about the process. It takes approx. two hours and goes like so: Remove tire from vehicle Remove tire from wheel Grind, repair Paint black Paint OEM color Paint clear coat Bake Paint clear coat Bake We'll see how it goes. I'll post pictures afterwards. Wish me luck! __________________ --Brantly-- *PowderCoating by Mike/Stillen/PWJDM/Shine Auto/NST* GTR/Michelin /Fast Intentions/Evo-R/Mobil 1/Motul/Z1 https://facebook.com/CentralFloridaZClub

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