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canibusfan · 06-22-2006, 09:45 PM

I heard the cheaper rims, dont have the clear coat on the rims causing them to chip. For example I paid around $1100 for my 18'in rims from wheelguyz.com and about year and some change that started to chip really bad to the point where i had to take them off?

Now is this true or is it just the brand??

6iX SPEED · 06-23-2006, 01:19 AM

It's true for the most part. I've seen some bad things happen to cheaper rims. From the paint being stripped off for using wheel cleaner, but this is with most aftermarket wheels since the products have acidic bases to burn through the paint, and I have seen rims chip.

I guess you get what you pay for man.

canibusfan · 06-23-2006, 01:47 PM

so I guess it would be good to not get rims online. Thats the main reason why i did buy mine online because they were hell lot cheaper......

Or do u just for look brand name rims??

6iX SPEED · 06-24-2006, 12:20 PM

It depends. I like seeing rims in front of me so I can inspect and see their quality. My brother got non-brand rims on his 3 and they've been holding up nicely so far. But we don't have harsh winters down here, or harsh elements.

zxc1104 · 06-27-2006, 04:03 PM

remember ~ "you get what you paid for..."

Tire Guy · 06-28-2006, 09:33 AM

However, not all wheels have clearcoat on them. That's usually only found on painted wheels. Some are polished aluminum, some are chrome, etc. Do some research on the finish of the wheels you want and if your local environmental conditions are going to be detrimental to your wheel's finish, then consider a different type of wheel finish. Remember, though, all wheel finishes have their own issues with regards to keeping them looking good and make sure you are using the proper type of cleaner when cleaning the wheels. This will keep them looking their best.

canibusfan · 06-28-2006, 10:12 AM

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However, not all wheels have clearcoat on them. That's usually only found on painted wheels. Some are polished aluminum, some are chrome, etc. Do some research on the finish of the wheels you want and if your local environmental conditions are going to be detrimental to your wheel's finish, then consider a different type of wheel finish. Remember, though, all wheel finishes have their own issues with regards to keeping them looking good and make sure you are using the proper type of cleaner when cleaning the wheels. This will keep them looking their best.
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damn thats a lot to consider for rims..Never really thought bout that though

06-22-2006, 09:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
canibusfan Track Racer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Virginia Beach, Va Posts: 626 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	I heard the cheaper rims, dont have the clear coat on the rims causing them to chip. For example I paid around $1100 for my 18'in rims from wheelguyz.com and about year and some change that started to chip really bad to the point where i had to take them off? Now is this true or is it just the brand?? __________________ Get paid to play games like HiLow/Blackjack,Gold rush and others. You can also get paid for betting(any sports event) for money, its easy and free http://www.moola.com/moopubs/b2b/exc/join....a45784f44493d-2 03 6s ATX myspace.com/kenny23692 Straight pipes w/o resnator Custom built carputer w/ 8'in touch screen, all sounds all coming out of factor system, also w/ a gps system 19's axis crux w/ toyo 225/35/19 tires 15% tint all away around a-pod volt & oil guages(prosport) Viper 791xv remote start

06-23-2006, 01:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
6iX SPEED Rally Racer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,850 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	It's true for the most part. I've seen some bad things happen to cheaper rims. From the paint being stripped off for using wheel cleaner, but this is with most aftermarket wheels since the products have acidic bases to burn through the paint, and I have seen rims chip. I guess you get what you pay for man. __________________ 08 Infiniti G37S l Platinum Graphite l Graphite Leather 20" Vossen 082 Brushed/Black Lip l Vredestein 245/30/20 & 285/25/20 Matte Black Rear Valence l Smoked Tail Lights l Tein S-Techs

06-23-2006, 01:47 PM	#3 (permalink)
canibusfan Track Racer Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Virginia Beach, Va Posts: 626 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	so I guess it would be good to not get rims online. Thats the main reason why i did buy mine online because they were hell lot cheaper...... Or do u just for look brand name rims?? __________________ Get paid to play games like HiLow/Blackjack,Gold rush and others. You can also get paid for betting(any sports event) for money, its easy and free http://www.moola.com/moopubs/b2b/exc/join....a45784f44493d-2 03 6s ATX myspace.com/kenny23692 Straight pipes w/o resnator Custom built carputer w/ 8'in touch screen, all sounds all coming out of factor system, also w/ a gps system 19's axis crux w/ toyo 225/35/19 tires 15% tint all away around a-pod volt & oil guages(prosport) Viper 791xv remote start

06-24-2006, 12:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
6iX SPEED Rally Racer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,850 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	It depends. I like seeing rims in front of me so I can inspect and see their quality. My brother got non-brand rims on his 3 and they've been holding up nicely so far. But we don't have harsh winters down here, or harsh elements. __________________ 08 Infiniti G37S l Platinum Graphite l Graphite Leather 20" Vossen 082 Brushed/Black Lip l Vredestein 245/30/20 & 285/25/20 Matte Black Rear Valence l Smoked Tail Lights l Tein S-Techs

06-27-2006, 04:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
zxc1104 Rally Racer Join Date: May 2005 Location: michigan Posts: 1,480 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Groans: 0 Groaned at 0 Times in 0 Posts iTrader: 0 reviews	remember ~ "you get what you paid for..." __________________

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