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 2X FRONT SPIDER CNC ALLOY WHEEL RIMS HPI BAJA 5B TIRES  US $189.00
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 2X FRONT 12 SPOKE CNC ALLOY WHEEL RIMS HPI BAJA 5B KM US $169.00
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 2X FRONT 6 SPOKE CNC ALLOY WHEEL RIMS HPI BAJA 5B TIRES US $159.00
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 kyosho mini z monster alloy front gear box gold GPM US $79.99
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 kyosho mini z monster alloy front gear box Red GPM US $79.99
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 kyosho mini z monster alloy front gear box Purple GPM US $79.99
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 Alloy Front Up Arm Fits HPI Baja 5B 5B SS 5T SS New US $42.99
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 Alloy Front Hub Carrier Fit HPI RC Baja 5B SS 5T Blue US $42.70
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 GPM ALLOY FRONTREAR KNUCKLE ARM C HUB B ASSOCIATED TC4 US $41.99
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 Alloy FrontRear Gear Box Mount ft Hot Bodies Minizilla US $35.99
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 Alloy Front UpperLower Arm for Traxxas 1 16 Mini Slash US $34.99
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 Alloy Front Lower Upper Arm Mount for Tamiya TT 01 US $34.99
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 ALLOY FRONTREAR UPPERLOWER ARM for TAMIYA TT01 TT 01 US $32.99
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 New Alloy Front Knuckle Arm Fit HPI RC Baja 5B 5B SS 5T US $32.70
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 Alloy Front Rear Bumper Fit Associated RC10GT Rc10 GT US $31.99
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 Alloy FrontRear Bumper for Hot Bodies Minizilla US $29.99
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 Alloy FrontRear C Hub w Pins for Hot Bodies Minizilla US $29.99
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 Alloy FrontRear Lower Arms for Hot Bodies Minizilla US $29.99
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 Alloy FrontRear Shock Tower Fit Tamiya DF 03 DF03 US $29.90
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 Alloy Front Bumper fit Tamiya Land Cruiser CR01 US $29.80
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 Alloy Front Damper Plate w GearBox for Tamiya TT 01 US $29.75
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 Alloy Front Rear Gearbox ft Team Losi Mini Rock Crawler US $28.99
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 ALUMINUM FRONT UPPER LOWER SUSPENSION ARM SET S TAMIYA CC01 CC 01 ALLOY US $27.99
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Alloy Wheel Refurbishment - What are Alloy Wheels made from?
Aluminium is the main component of alloy wheels and is the main reason for their lightness and
strength. Other elements used in alloy wheels include Magnesium, Silicon, Manganese, Zinc and Copper. These different elements are added in smaller quantities for different combinations of weight and strength.
Alloy wheels are either “forged” or “cast”. Forged wheels are pressed from a single block of alloy
under very high pressure. The process is very expensive because of the equipment used but the wheels are of highest quality and usually stronger. Cast wheels are made by pouring molten alloy metal into a mould then finishing of the wheel to the right shape and dimensions. The alloy used in wheels has a crystalline structure which makes it very strong. However, if the metal becomes distorted or badly buckled it can’t easily be knocked back into shape. Forcing the metal to bend usually causes it to fracture which is why you need to take care not to cause any physical damage to the shape of the wheels.
Although the alloys used in wheels are very strong they are also quite soft. Therefore they are easily damaged when they come into contact with kerbs, stones and gravel. They are also prone to corrosion, especially from salt and brake dust, as well as other dilute acids found in nature. Most alloy wheels now come with a coating of clear lacquer or paint to protect the metal. Sometimes the damage only affects this lacquer coating which is usually easier and less expensive to repair.
Unlike steel, aluminum never goes “rusty”. Pure Aluminum will oxidise in normal atmosphere but the layer of oxidation is so incredibly thin it’s transparent. However, when mixed with other alloys, aluminum will corrode slowly in an atmosphere of oxygen and water. So corrosion takes place INSIDE alloy wheels eventually breaking the seal between the wheel and the tyre. This allows air inside the tyre to escape looking as if the tyre has a puncture. This can be common with wheels on cars more than four or five years old and means its time to refurbish the wheels.
Repairing alloy wheels is a straightforward process if you have the right tools and equipment. The good news is that most alloys can be restored to their original condition using the tools and equipment in a mobile repair workshop. More serious damage may need a certain amount of sandblasting and fillers to repair larger cracks or gaps and this needs to be carried out in a professional workshop. Either method can produce excellent results. The only downside is, if you only repair one wheel it tends to show up the others on your car so its always worth paying to have all four done at the same time.
About the Author
Dave Rout has worked in the vehicle industry most of his life. As founder of the mobile Alloy Wheel Refurbishment franchise “We Fix Alloys” he has a wealth of expertise in alloy wheel repair.
You can find much more Top Tips about Alloy Wheels in video format from his website: <a href=
">http://www.alloywheel-refurbishment.co.uk>
;Alloy Wheel Refurbishment</a> Well worth a visit before spending any money on getting your alloys refurbished.
If you live in the UK and need alloy repairs you can get an instant quotation and book a repair online at: <a href=
">http://wefixalloys.co.uk>
;We Fix Alloys</a>
OEM Rims Offer Superior Excellence At A Discount Price
For those that are not aware of what OEM stands for, it means original equipment manufacturer. What this means in regards to the parts is that the company that made the original part is also the origin of the replacement part. It is more or less a way to get some peace of mind when ordering replacement parts such as OEM wheels tires for a vehicle.
Many sites that sell parts online will see OEM parts because of the attractiveness for people that are looking for a true bargain. Even though these parts are made from the original maker, they are far less than they would be if they had that famous brand name stamped on it. However, you still have the luxury of getting the guarantee from the online dealer.
In many cases, the online dealers will sell these parts and wheels on special to offer an even larger discount. It may be best to get together with friends that are also looking to buy wheels and take advantage of bulk discounts or free shipping specials that are offered once the purchase goes over a certain point. Shipping costs can add up if you are not careful and should be factored into the purchase price if they are not included.
It is not uncommon to find online wheel retailers offering wholesale prices to the public. Companies purchase these OEM rims in mass quantities, allowing them to provide the consumer with the lowest prices available. There are also closeout deals that will provide the consumer with a name brand quality wheel at a deeply discounted price simply because production of the wheel has been discontinued. In this situation, the manufacturer’s loss really is the consumer’s gain.
When it comes to selection, there will be wheels and parts available for every make and model that is out on the market. SUV's, sports cars and family sedans alike will be able to improve their look by making use of OEM wheels. If this is your first time making an online purchase like this, be sure to check the sizes or you can risk ordering the wrong items and hurting the performance of the car.
Once everything has been confirmed in regards to size, it is time to go shopping. The fun part about this is that you can often end up with something that is very different from what you hand in mind when the searching started. All of a sudden, you see the wheels that were in one of the cars from Gone in 60 Seconds and you have to have them. Just click away and they will be there before you know it.
The one thing that is recommended is to try to keep the wheels in the same style as the car. In other words, if the car is a newer model, it may not be the best bet to try to put a vintage wheel on it. It would probably not go very well aesthetically and could defeat the purpose of upgrading the wheels.
When a car owner is trying to save money but still wants to upgrade their car, the best option is OEM rim. It is the perfect opportunity to save a lot of money. Times are tough, but everyone still needs to reward themselves at times. This way, you get the reward, upgrade the car and there is none of the guilt over having spent too much money on the new rims and tires.
16' inch alloys fitted in Mitsubishi lancer, i have some problem with the back tyres hitting the body?
I have fitted 16' inch proton alloys on my mitsubishi lancer,i have fitted them with low profile tyres only... the front alloys are working perfectly, the back alloy is rubbing against the rear arm of the vehicle...experts any suggestion to fix my problem...!!
16" shouldnt be giving you a problem unless your car is really low. if it is the case then you can either change wheels and get a higher offset and less wider wheels or get your fenders rolled so it doesn't rub.
Miche Race 707 road wheelset review (Bike Radar)
Miche are an often overlooked but longstanding component company. The ability
to choose white, black or red rims for the same price adds cosmetic appeal and
a broad groove in the centre monitors wear over time.
It’ll need checking for imbedded grit, though, and the joint is obvious.
Twenty blade-to-round black spokes are laced radial front, three-cross rear
with paired rim insertion at the back. The offside rear was slack all round,
which meant a spongy feel when kicking or cornering hard.
Weight is high and responsiveness low, despite an alloy freehub body with deep
scalloping. The freehub cartridge bearing is unshrouded, so check the cassette
lockring for any corrosion.
This article was originally published in __Triathlon Plus__ magazine.
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