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sh!t day
RedRobin:
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Bad stuff seems to come in waves, but so does good stuff - So hang on in there!
Sorry to hear of your damage - Feckin' annoying those idiots who drive like that! All fixable though.
One word of advice (hoping you don't mind) - Always stop as soon as possible to check damage after any contact like that - A tyre cut could have been far more serious as you practiced a launch on a M'way ramp later!!
If you are up in Brum area often, I'd deffo highly recommend A1 Wheel Renovations in Wolverhampton - So would Greenouse highly recommend them. Contact Nigel on 01902 871 422 and say Robin and Nathan sent you (he'll probably cut you a good deal as well).
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stealthwolf:
--- Quote from: RedRobin on December 21, 2008, 05:52:34 pm ---One word of advice (hoping you don't mind) - Always stop as soon as possible to check damage after any contact like that
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Mate, your (and anybody else') advice is always welcome. Normally, I would check but because I already had bad news, I just assumed the alloy had been badly curbed and didn't bother. Had it not been such a weekend, I'd have quickly gotten out to inspect any damage.
Given the minor damage to the tyre wall, is it worth getting the tyre replaced? If there's significant compromise, then I'll need to get it done asap as it's xmas and I need to be heading back to Brum in a few days.
As for the alloys, was thinking of getting them refurbed anyway but had planned to get them painted too (black with red lip ala illyun) but this has put me right off.
How much did the place charge (roughly)?
RedRobin:
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You need to check out the state of your tyre with an expert. Don't laugh, but your VW dealer should be able to advise for free under an Extra Safety Inspection ticket.
How much A1 charge will depend exactly on what you have done - Give Nigel a call - He's very friendly and genuine.
Phil Mcavity:
If the side wall has damage, then the strength of that wall is weaker and COULD blow out. As you have a family, safety is the 1st thing stealth, get it checked and get it replaced if advised. i for one would risk safety over risk.
RedRobin:
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Inspector Dribble is right! A damaged/weakened side wall could potentially cause a blow-out. Simply not worth any risk whatsoever my friend.
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