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djawol
08-02-2003, 15:08
I couldn't think of where else to put this.

I managed to kerb by front nearside wheel yesterday which really made my day. Has anyone had any kerbing/scrapes fixed on alloys before? Is it worth it, any ideas on cost.

Otherwise, if it annoys me too much, any idea how much a LeonR alloy is?

Cheers
Andy

Steve_R
08-02-2003, 16:06
Ouch, sorry about the alloy mate, i've been extremely lucky not to catch mine yet...

Could you not put the spare on and leave the damaged one as a spare, or is it more than just surface damage?????

Steve:eek:

edc
09-02-2003, 21:07
Wicked Wheels quote £50 -£60 per wheel.

Fl@pper
09-02-2003, 23:06
1ML-601-025-A 7.5*18" ET38 Cupra R wheel

cost £159.60 + vat each (check latest price @ a dealer)

cordobabrendy
10-02-2003, 01:41
i dont see anywhere with problems linked do you daz??
must be a bit fick..

cordobabrendy
10-02-2003, 01:50
i must be, theres only one page on that link with a couple pics of seats, thats all.

edc
10-02-2003, 10:29
http://www.wicked-wheels.co.uk/

djawol
10-02-2003, 18:31
Originally posted by Fl@pper
1ML-601-025-A 7.5*18" ET38 Cupra R wheel

cost £159.60 + vat each (check latest price @ a dealer)

F*** me! I wont be replacing it then! :D

:cheers:
Andy

djawol
10-02-2003, 18:33
Originally posted by Yellow Cupra R
Could you not put the spare on and leave the damaged one as a spare, or is it more than just surface damage?????


It's suface damage on one of the spokes and a bit of a scrape on the edge near the tyre.

It's actually not that bad. I might get Wicked to have a look as they're in Cheltenham (thanks EDC!).

Do I need to whack some lacquer on it in the mean time to stop it corroding?

:cheers: guys
Andy

Malky
10-02-2003, 18:34
You can usually have them refurbed for about 20-30 quid a wheel.

Syphon
10-02-2003, 18:37
Originally posted by djawol
Do I need to whack some lacquer on it in the mean time to stop it corroding?


Just some wax should do the job m8. Just remember to re-wax it when you wash them.

Cheers,

Scott