Actually how effective are rim protectors?

[BanziBarn]

After mullering my wheel I'm thinking about getting some tyres with rim protectors and I just wondered how well they do actually protect the wheel?

Has anyone got any pics of an 18 with one of these tyres one?

Thanks

 

[coggie]

The protectors on my P7s work really well

I've rubbed against high kerbs a number of times, adjacent and at angles. No marks on my wheels at all.

 

[MikeShaw100]

I agree, rim protectors do work so long as you only stroke kerbs on occasion - had a SAAB 93 for three years wil no kirbing through use of rim protectors (and not letting my missus near the car - lol)

Mike

57 FR170, Crono Yellow, 18", BT, Armrest, Crome, Muddies and Mats.......for starters

 

[rob2005]

what does a rim proctector look like?

someone possibiliy post a pic please

 

[MikeShaw100]

Its an extra thick bead of rubber on the alloy rim edge of the tyre - you wont even know its there.

Mike

 

[Rokerlad]

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx have excellent rim protection . Not the greatest of tyre performance wise, but have saved my bacon on several occasions on my old LCR and my new Golf GTI. They can withstand minor kerb scrapes with ease.

 

[BanziBarn]

Thanks for the replys - I think I need to wear my tyres out quickly so I can get some new ones... right, off with the TC!