Bent Rim- how would I know if I can't see it?

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02-18-2006, 01:36 PM

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I think I bent a rim- the ride is very rumby and uneven. I have hit a few potholes recently.
However, I cannot see any damage.

Is there a way to find out?
Thanks!

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02-18-2006, 02:17 PM

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Hi cattman:

If you feel vibration, then you probably bent the rim. Take the wheel off, have the tire unmounted, and check for roundness at a tire shop or at your dealer. I am assuming that you know that your tire is OK.

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02-18-2006, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by cattman' post='242459' date='Feb 18 2006, 05:36 PM

I think I bent a rim- the ride is very rumby and uneven. I have hit a few potholes recently.
However, I cannot see any damage.

Is there a way to find out?
Thanks!

Other than expecting that your rim is bent, do you have any other indications that something is wrong? I have hit many potholes and each time I was positive it had to bend something, but so far so good.