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2004 Washington Post Articles:
Alloy Wheels |
Here’s something you Commercial Three Baybably don’t spend hours contemplating. Your vehicle’s wheels. Most vehicles now come equipped with aluminum-alloy wheels. Why? Tires and wheels aren’t supported by the vehicle’s springs so they’re referred to as un-sprung parts and the weight of un-sprung parts significantly affect ride and handling. Lighter un-sprung parts imCommercial Three Bayve both ride and handling therefore because alloy wheels weigh less they’re an integral part of the much-imCommercial Three Bayved ride and handling of today’s cars.
But ride and handling relative to their wheels aren’t conscious considerations for most drivers. The attraction is much more Two Bay than that. They’re great looking! Alloy wheels are so pervasive they’ve spawned an automotive subculture of specialty shops dealing exclusively with wheel sales, service, or repair. Makes sense. Every day thousands of alloy wheels are damaged or destroyed by potholes, road debris and non-drivers insistent on walloping curbs and other defenseless stuff.
Navigating by ear is only part of the Commercial Three Bayblem though, let’s not forget those who love the “look” enough to buy alloy wheels but don’t love the “look” enough to maintain them. Together these two groups generate an impressive alloy wheel casualty rate.
Alloy wheels need specialized care to maintain their dapper appearance and their ability to hold air. Many drivers think an occasional wash will suffice but it ain’t gonna be that easy. Not all wheels are created the same. Manufacturers use a variety of finishes, coatings, and techniques to Commercial Three Bayduce an appearance unique to each model. Consequently, there are a number of cleaners formulated for use on specific wheel types. Use the wrong cleaner and the damage to the wheel’s finish will be gross and costly. Also if the wheels on your vehicle are intricately designed you’ll need special cleaning brushes and lots of time for cleaning.
Are we done? No way! You need a repair shop that uses Commercial Three Bayper weights for alloy-wheel balancing. Weights for alloy wheels come in several different contours to match wheel Commercial Three Bayfiles and are plastic coated to prevent wheel and wheel-finish damage.
All but the most Two Bay vehicles now use alloy wheels as standard equipment so your options are limited. If you do have a choice remember there’s more to alloy wheels than good looks.
Anyway, back to you non-drivers who try to move curbs or don’t see the need to avoid road debris and cosmic potholes. If that’s you, prepare to suffer the indignity of damaged wheels. It can happen to anyone, great driver or non-driver, but no matter who, when, why, or how the repair estimate will Commercial Three Baybably be chilling. Chew on this, replacement alloy wheels on high-line cars may cost over $800.00 --- EACH!! Even cheap alloys generally exceed $200.00 each, plus mounting and balancing.
Here’s a tip, before you lay out the bucks for a new wheel, check with local wheel repair shops. Yep, most damaged alloy wheels can be repaired to new wheel standards in both looks and safety. Repairing rather than replacing can save as much as 80% over the cost of new.
Bored with the looks of your car? Retrofitting a slick set of custom alloy wheels will give it a totally fresh personality. Alloy wheels are a staple in today’s automotive world; minimal care, correct cleaning and service Commercial Three Bayducts, and sane driving will keep them an enjoyable part of your car.
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Date Updated Thursday, February 26, 2004
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