Fitting tyres after alloy refurb

1. user_41869 Frequent Poster Joined: Feb 2010 stoke on trent Posts: 741 saxo vtr

   #1 11th June 2011, 08:34

   Hi I've just sprayed my s alloys and just want peoples experiences when have tyres fitted. Can it be done without chipping them etc. Also any tips that could prevent this thanks. As I am very pleased how they have turned out and I don't want them to get ruined as I spent slot of time on them. Thanks
2. user_41194 Established Member Joined: Jan 2010 Bournemouth/Surrey Posts: 2458 Mk2 VTR

   #2 11th June 2011, 08:40

   They shouldnt be chipped when putting tyres on
   
   If They are it's a shit tyre shop and they should give you the money to get it sorted
3. saxodav Infrequent Poster Joined: Jun 2010 falkirk Posts: 211 saxo vtr 51

   #3 11th June 2011, 08:45

   agree^^^
4. lilbenchy9192 Frequent Poster Joined: Jul 2010 Swindon Posts: 943 Renault clio dynamique tomtom 1.2

   #4 11th June 2011, 10:05

   if u sprayed them u should really give them like 2 weeks or somin to properly harden then they should be fine.
   
   but as above if they damage em make em pay for em!
5. user_36879 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Aug 2009 Ascot Posts: 4619 Mint 106 rallye, Saxo VTR

   #5 11th June 2011, 11:39

   when i got my multi coloured wheels done and had to get 2 new tyres and the guy scratch one arghhhh!
6. Tontsy Saxperience Addict Joined: Oct 2008 Plymouth, Fiddling - under a two poster ramp Posts: 14064 Audi

   #6 11th June 2011, 11:49

   When fitting tyres, accidents happen... But the problem with people who spray their wheels themself, thinking haldfords rattle cans would surfice...are the ones who cause the chipping.
   
   When wheels are professionally refurbed, they are using good base, paints, clear coats and baking it on, so its set and hard from day one.
   Without the access to this rattle cans and clear coat, take longer to set and isnt as effective, so even a tight tyre can cause it to chip the paint off.
   
   If its been done professionally, i wouldnt worry anyone who knows how to fit tyres like a pro, wont cock it p.
   Used shit materials, expect it to chip.
7. Mochachino Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Nov 2007 Guantanamo Bay Posts: 28700 oyster card

   #7 11th June 2011, 11:56

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by tonto_VTR When fitting tyres, accidents happen... But the problem with people who spray their wheels themself, thinking haldfords rattle cans would surfice...are the ones who cause the chipping. When wheels are professionally refurbed, they are using good base, paints, clear coats and baking it on, so its set and hard from day one. Without the access to this rattle cans and clear coat, take longer to set and isnt as effective, so even a tight tyre can cause it to chip the paint off. If its been done professionally, i wouldnt worry anyone who knows how to fit tyres like a pro, wont cock it p. Used shit materials, expect it to chip.

   100% agree with this.
   
   Or depending on what profile tyre you are having fitted and the tyre machine you can set it up so the guide on the tyre machine is about an inch away from the rim.
   
   If you are REALLY concerned ask the tyre place if they have the rim protector things, or purchase your own:
   
   http://www.tyrebaydirect.com/45-Allo...tor_Rings.html

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