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07-31-2006, 08:53 PM

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it's bent. You're lucky it didn't crack/break. Glad no one's hurt.
These rims have marginal capability when it comes to road hazards. Do a search, lots to choose from.

For me, 3 of 4 are "bent" but i cannot feel it. I don't doubt the measurements to determine "roundness", there are tons of seams/ potholes, etc. that could be responsible.

Good luck, mike

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07-31-2006, 09:24 PM

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My Ride: Booked: E70n X5 40d M. Carbonblack, oyster, comfortseats, Nav Pro, Active Drive, Panoramic, Hifi PRO DSP, HUD, Alutrim, Satin ext, gloss rails, towconnector, elctric lid, alarm and more. FS: E61 535D -06, Activesteering, Comfort seats, Hifi, M-steeringwheel, PDC, Rails, Tinted windows, Folding mirrors, Towconnector, Alu trims, Panoramic roof, ISO FIX, SonyEricsson BT-HF, 124 wheels, Alarm, Electric lid, Aburn interior, Xenons, Silvergrey and the crappy cupholders!!!

Thanks all!

I will call my BMW teach today and see what he says. Most probably is it not that easy to get a new rim from the shelf so I have to figure out a temporary solution during the time. I have tried to see if I can even get a new tyre but it seems like 275's is not so popular to have in stock.

To bad that I'm not at home, I have the 4 original 138 wheels in my storage untouched from the car was new.

wowe: Tack f?r infon! T?nkte f?rs?ka ta det lite lungt hem.

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07-31-2006, 11:09 PM

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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience" My Ride: 523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds. Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km Past rides: 2001 Nissan Xterra SE 1999 E39 523i 1999 E46 323i 1996 Acura Integra LS

The damage looks bad, sorry to hear man.

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08-01-2006, 12:32 AM

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My Ride: 545i SMG with Limited Slip Differential

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One year ago with my CooperS two times in a week (2 diffferent tires) ... Runflats are helpfull, in these situations .

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08-01-2006, 06:37 AM

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If changing the tire is not really feasible at the moment, I think driving 500km on the tire is doable as long as you don't go over 80kph. I recently drove about 200km with a tire that was ripped apart at 2 spots 5 inches apart. The tire was totally deflated, but I was able to get it to the dealership 200km away safely.