Still need my alloys repaired.

- Paul - · 03-31-2008, 07:19 AM

Ok - I'm running out of options now. I've tried a few places and have had no response so far. Anyone have any ideas of who I could contact to have my 19" BBS repaired. Two of them have very bad curb rash

I'd really like these sorted out before the next meet.
I'm in York so have no problem travelling to Leeds/Hull areas etc.

mjh93sa · 03-31-2008, 08:21 AM

The damage:

and what it should look like:

- Paul - · 03-31-2008, 08:29 AM

Cheers mate!

sheps · 03-31-2008, 08:35 AM

Get yourself a courier sorted and get them here

I have seen many examples of their work (not all mine, I'm not a serial wheel curber!!) and have always been impressed.

My 3 piece Ferrari wheel was sent there when I had an argument with a curb (and lost) having spun on oil - see below.

It came back as good as new. Fortunately I've not curbed a wheel since then but if I do, that's where they'll go to be done (that's where the 225M's will be going if I can't get the brake dust that's pitted-in, out)

Cafe.Racer · 03-31-2008, 09:01 AM

You might try http://www.selbys.co.uk/ in Nottingham, what I've seen them do to 911 Rear wheels (commonly smack hard against kerbs) is more than impressive.

steve-p · 03-31-2008, 09:50 AM

Try phoning your local BMW dealer and ask who they use for refurbs on cars they take into stock. That's what I did with MB and they were happy to help.

- Paul - · 03-31-2008, 01:48 PM

Thanks for the ideas and PM's - have contacted a few so will see what they come back with.

mjh93sa · 03-31-2008, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Cheers mate!

Sorry Paul.

But I thought it better that people were aware of the level of work necessary before they suggest someone with a bit of emery paper and a spraycan!

SoYank · 03-31-2008, 03:11 PM

Paul, there's a place in Northallerton.

Fenwick Alloy Wheel Refurbishing Centre
Unit 4A Gaskell Close
Standard Way Industrial Estate
Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 2XE
08000 288911
www.alloywheelrefurbishing.co.uk

I've seen their work and their facility and they seem rather good. Their brochure states that all work is guaranteed and fully insured. You're pretty close so it might be worth your while to take it up there. At worst you're out the time and gas, oops, diesel, for the trip. They quoted £50+VAT a wheel for what I need done to a set (and that was extensive).

RockIt · 03-31-2008, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SoYank

Paul, there's a place in Northallerton.

Fenwick Alloy Wheel Refurbishing Centre
Unit 4A Gaskell Close
Standard Way Industrial Estate
Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL6 2XE
08000 288911
www.alloywheelrefurbishing.co.uk

I've seen their work and their facility and they seem rather good. Their brochure states that all work is guaranteed and fully insured. You're pretty close so it might be worth your while to take it up there. At worst you're out the time and gas, oops, diesel, for the trip. They quoted £50+VAT a wheel for what I need done to a set (and that was extensive).

I was just about to recommend this company. When I used them to repair two badly damaged alloys, the repair guy came to my place of work and carried out an excellent repair at reasonable cost. They cover much of Yorkshire, including York.

http://www.fenwicksupplies.com/index.htm

Link takes you to their site with info about mobile repairs.

AnthonyC · 03-31-2008, 04:19 PM

They can be repaired by getting a good re-ferber to TIG weld new ally onto the rim, and then re-profiling the rim again on a lathe. Topped off with a polish or powder coat.

Lepsons spring to mind

www.lepsons.com

Regards

Anthony

scooba0010 · 03-31-2008, 04:28 PM

My local wheel dealer uses lepsons and had no issues with them he advised me to use them .I have seen lots of wheels they have refurbished and i wouldnt use any body else they even will arrange collection and return

Nohedes · 03-31-2008, 04:48 PM

I managed to kerb my offside rear 225M alloy a few weeks ago, and considered buying a new wheel (£500!!) before finding 'Pristine Wheels'. Firms recommended by others here may be a better bet due to geography, but I can heartily recommend Pristine for the quality of work - excellent colour match, and decent value at £106 all in.

They are in Woburn Sands, Bedfordshire.

PS: I have no connection with Pristine (or any other wheel refurbisher for that matter!).

- Paul - · 04-01-2008, 01:48 PM

Well I've tried fenwick.... again and still no reply - maybe they don't read their emails? Looks like I'll have to resort to actually using the phone.

I tend to only email.

RockIt · 04-01-2008, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1stnewcar

Well I've tried fenwick.... again and still no reply - maybe they don't read their emails? Looks like I'll have to resort to actually using the phone.

I tend to only email.

I'm the same , but I found that phoning was easier with Fenwicks.

beemerbird · 04-03-2008, 02:57 PM

Paul have you got your alloys sorted yet? As guess what - yesterday I scuffed my nearside front alloy

Some prat up too close and I had to park quickly - obviously I got too close to the friggin kerb. Thankfully, it is only a scuff.

Anyhow, got in touch with the bloke who did my bonnet stone chips and he also does alloy wheel repairs. If he's any good, I could give you his number and check whether he'll travel to York?

- Paul - · 04-03-2008, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beemerbird

Paul have you got your alloys sorted yet? As guess what - yesterday I scuffed my nearside front alloy

Some prat up too close and I had to park quickly - obviously I got too close to the friggin kerb. Thankfully, it is only a scuff.

Anyhow, got in touch with the bloke who did my bonnet stone chips and he also does alloy wheel repairs. If he's any good, I could give you his number and check whether he'll travel to York?

Cheers Helen - worth a try..

booforty · 04-03-2008, 06:24 PM

First the MOT and now the alloys.... I'm expecting to see a 320d looking brand spanking new Paul!

beemerbird · 04-06-2008, 03:27 PM

Paul - bloke is coming on my day off (Wednesday) to repair my alloy, so if you're still not sorted by then, I'll let you know if he's any good etc.

SoYank · 04-06-2008, 05:34 PM

I thought I was going to have the record for quickest curb rash on Friday. I put my summer tires on last Sunday and crunched a curb on Friday on Foss Island Road in York with 34 miles on the rims. Muttering loudly to myself, I got out and fortunately found nothing. I have no idea what caused the sound. There doesn't appear to be any scrapes on either the rims or the bumper.

Good luck with your repairs Helen and Paul.

- Paul - · 04-08-2008, 12:25 PM

Booked in with Fenwicks so they can quote this Sat.

I'm guessing between £50 and £100 a wheel?

scottc · 04-08-2008, 01:44 PM

I have used wicked wheels for all of my wife's damage that she has done to my alloys

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