Bent Alloy

IncognitoX · 26 Nov 2012 at 10:31

Just found out that my car has a bent alloy. (Renault Cilo MKII 2003)

Is it possible to bend an alloy back into shape?

I couldn't do it obviously, but ever heard of any garages attempt this?

Otherwise anyone know any good second-hand alloy stores in the Liverpool Area?

Thanks guys!

paradigm · 26 Nov 2012 at 10:35

You can sometimes get them re-trued depending on just how buckled or flat-spotted they are.

But in reality I'd just get a new wheel.

Scania · 26 Nov 2012 at 10:35

Replace it.
Unless its very minor, I would personally not take the risk of having a weakened wheel.....

As in replacement, Liverpool? Hmm, ask in a local pub?

ins0mn1ac · 26 Nov 2012 at 10:44

IncognitoX said:
Otherwise anyone know any good second-hand alloy stores in the Liverpool Area?

eBay or some Clio forum.

haaammit · 26 Nov 2012 at 11:18

When my missus bent an alloy on her 107 I couldn't find a single wheel for it (unless I spent a fortune with Peugeot) so we got it repaired. It cost about £30 iirc.

IncognitoX · 26 Nov 2012 at 14:37

R420LA6X2/4MNA said:
Replace it.
Unless its very minor, I would personally not take the risk of having a weakened wheel.....

As in replacement, Liverpool? Hmm, ask in a local pub?

Here we go... Liverpool jokes.

I'm a respectful member of society and don't fit the liverpool stereotype at all.