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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:15 PM
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So I was on I95 on Friday when I hit a pothole going about 70-80. Both rims went flat and both have dents(inside). I bought new tires today and had the car aligned. However, the car is vibrating from 45mph and over. It's extremely annoying. I'm thinking either the tires weren't balanced right, or the bent rims werent able to be balanced 100%. Anyone have any experience with this? I havent checked to see if they put my hub rings back on. I have the Miro M6 reps. Anyways, any input would be much appreciated. Thanks guys!
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:18 PM
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If the wheel is bent it needs to be straightened.
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:24 PM
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If the rims are bent you'll have to get them fixed, there's no easy way around it. There is a place near Hagerstown, MD that specializes in wheels repair (you need to ship the wheels to them). Costs about $80 per wheel and turn around time is about a week.

Let me find the number and get back to you.
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:41 PM
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just had that problem ...

check it out
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by zen68
If the rims are bent you'll have to get them fixed, there's no easy way around it. There is a place near Hagerstown, MD that specializes in wheels repair (you need to ship the wheels to them). Costs about $80 per wheel and turn around time is about a week.

Let me find the number and get back to you.
+1 ... Your BMW dealer may be able to refer you to a local wheel shop to shorten the turnaround time ... prices generally run >$100 unless refinishing is needed.
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 06:35 PM
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Awesome, you guys just confirmed what I feared. Thanks for all the info. I'll check with Richmond BMW and ZEN I would definitely appreciate the info. Thanks guys
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 06:40 PM
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Is it possible that this is covered under comprehensive??
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 08:46 PM
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Skip BMW. They're the middle man and charge a premium.
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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by 2004E60Beemer
Awesome, you guys just confirmed what I feared. Thanks for all the info. I'll check with Richmond BMW and ZEN I would definitely appreciate the info. Thanks guys
Sorry I forgot about this.

Info below:

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Old Feb 17, 2010 | 08:23 AM
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Do not go to BMW for anything, unless it's covered under warranty. Take it to an indepedent wheel shop and they'll fix it. They heat up the wheel and remold it so it's perfectly round again. It's a pretty crazy technique. If the place says they bang it out, don't leave your wheels there.
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