Rim Rash
05-21-2010, 07:18 PM
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Ok, so first of all I did do a search of the forums on "rim rash" and after three pages didn't see anything. So, after driving a Yukon Denali for five years, I guess I'm a little rusty on turn radius, tire location, etc.. yeah I know I'm getting old 
I curbed my 550 tonight and have some nasty rim rash on left front tire and want to know if this is something that I can get repaired? I attached a pic and just want to know if should start saving for a new rim, or if it can be worked out through filling, buffing, etc. Thanks in advance Big Time!
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I curbed my 550 tonight and have some nasty rim rash on left front tire and want to know if this is something that I can get repaired? I attached a pic and just want to know if should start saving for a new rim, or if it can be worked out through filling, buffing, etc. Thanks in advance Big Time!Matt
05-21-2010, 08:30 PM
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I think chhay24 forgot the word "not" as in should not be a problem. The price quoted is correct, a very minor repair...
05-21-2010, 08:39 PM
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That's some pretty minor curb rash compared to some we've seen. Try calling a local wheel/tire shop or PDR specialist for a recommendation on repair.
05-21-2010, 09:13 PM
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It's one thing when you did yourself. In my case, the idiot valet did it for me and RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME TOO as he was pulling my car up! 
05-22-2010, 07:07 AM
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Thanks for the input everyone... I'll get 'em fixed and post the pics..
05-22-2010, 07:46 AM
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Now this is road rash.
Just kidding. Shot of my left rear rim after a high speed hit from an out of control RED minivan. $500 for a new one. Tire was cleaned up perfectly.
Just kidding. Shot of my left rear rim after a high speed hit from an out of control RED minivan. $500 for a new one. Tire was cleaned up perfectly.
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05-22-2010, 08:47 AM
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ditto..my local shop could fix that for ~$150 while you wait..