Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Torquay

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Top garages for Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Torquay (17 found)
Yalberton Autos
296 Jobs Completed
Paigton
4.9 / 5

Our state of the art workshop houses three 2 posted ramps, a 5 tonne two post light commercial ramp and a pit for light commercial vehicles. This allows us to carry out a

TREADS TYRES AUTOS LTD
8 Job Completed
TORQUAY
5.0 / 5

We are a one stop shop in Torquay covering MOT's, tyres, Servicing & repairs. We always aim to be the cheapest on pricing along with giving service with a smile at a

Speedwell (Torbay)
1 Job Completed
Paignton
5.0 / 5

Welcome to the Kia Family! When you bought your Kia, it was built with the finest care and attention. Now you are part of the Kia family, we will continue to offer you an

Grease Monkey Garage SW
Member since 06 May 2016
Torquay

Based in Torquay, Grease Monkey Garage SW is the answer for all round vehicle services including mechanical and body repairs. The company is the merger of two highly ski

Motec UK Ltd
Member since 08 February 2012
Paignton

"We are a established, local, independent garage. We subscribe to the motor industry code of practice offering an open and fair pricing policy.Our workshop is furnished w

AMC Motor Engineering Ltd
Member since 13 December 2018
Paignton

AMC Motor Engineering Ltd

Chelston Electrical Services Ltd
Member since 20 July 2011
Torquay

"Chelston Electrical Services Ltd are situated right in the heart of Torquay and enjoy an ever growing reputation for providing a professional and an excellent repair, ma

Motec (SW) Ltd.
Member since 11 March 2019
Paignton

Motec (SW) Ltd

Hyundai Torbay
Member since 22 April 2016
TORQUAY

Situated in the heart of the English Riviera, Hyundai Torbay is the No1 name for Hyundai in the South West especially on the South Devon coast. We offer full main dealer

ben taylor garage services
Member since 05 January 2016
torquay

we specilise in breakdowns mobile tyres and repairs

Snows Toyota Paignton
Member since 29 June 2015
Paignton

<Toyota Centre name> offers professional, competitively priced ownership services, along with exceptional customer service. Our expertly trained staff are on hand to ensu

motec south west ltd
Member since 30 April 2015
paignton

independent car,van,&amp; truck repair garage. Iveco specialist. mot ,4,5,7

Horsepool St Garage
Member since 08 April 2013
brixham

We are a one stop shop for all your transport needs. From recovering you from the side of the road to repairing a simple puncher we repair all makes and models and offer

Hele Road Garage
Member since 15 February 2012
Paignton

"If you're looking for garages in Torquay remember Hele Road Garage. With over a decade of experience we're both qualified and experienced to be able to assist you with a

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Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Torquay

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What is Alloy Wheel Refurbishment?

Alloy Wheel Refurbishment is a service which restores an alloy wheel to as close to its original condition as possible.


An alloy wheel refurb is the best service to get if you simply want to remove any alloy damage which has caused scraping and scratching. This is often caused by the alloy wheel scraping the curb of a pavement. Even though the damage may not be as extreme as a full crack, scrapes on your alloy wheel can lead to serious problems as corrosion can easily set in once the top layer of an alloy wheel is removed. An alloy wheel refurbishment should not take a long time to complete. However, it is entirely dependent on the extent of the damage.



Mobile Alloy Wheel Repair

We have many mobile mechanics that can perform a mobile alloy wheel repair in Torquay to save you having to take your car to a garage. Mobile alloy wheel repair offers convenience without sacrificing on the quality of work, which is why many choose it over taking their car to a garage.



Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Cost

Prices will vary depending on how many wheels need repair and the extent of the damage. Small wheel scratch repairs will cost considerably less than a severely cracked alloy wheel. Expect to receive quotes between £85-£135.

As shown at the top of this page, costs will also differ by brand of car. However, the only way to get a personalised estimate is by getting in touch with the best alloy wheel repair specialists using WhoCanFixMyCar.



Alloy Wheel Welding

A brand new alloy wheel will cost you a lot, so you are much better off getting a quote for a repair if possible. If the damage to the alloy wheel is restricted to a hairline crack, this can be resolved with a welding service which many mobile mechanics and garages offer.

The cost and time taken to undertake an alloy wheel weld will depend entirely on the extent of the damage to the car alloy wheel. However, you will have to consult the mechanic directly.



Diamond Cut Alloy Wheel Repair

Some mechanics offer a specialised service called diamond cut alloy wheel refurbishment which is the most accurate method of refurbishment.

However, mobile mechanics cannot offer this service as the use of lathe is required which is a large machine that weighs about a ton!

The process is essentially removing a thin layer of alloy from the wheel. This is done using lathing equipment, which isn’t possible to move around with ease – hence why mobile mechanics not offering this service.

As you can imagine this process can only be carried out a handful of times, as removing too much alloy will result in the structure of the wheel itself becoming unstable. This is why a powder coating is the much more popular method used by both garages and mobile mechanics.



Alloy Wheel Powder Coating

Powder coating is a service which is used to change the colour of the alloy wheel, or refurbish a wheel using colour matching.

The alloy wheel powder coating process includes the following steps:

·        The wheel is blasted by hand or is given a chemical strip to remove the top layer of lacquer and paint.

·        The wheels are then dressed and filed in order to deal with potential damage to the edges of the wheel rim.

·        The wheel is then gently heated to remove air from the alloy before the first layer of powder coat finish is applied.

·        The wet-in-wet procedure can then be applied before further thermal treatment.



Cracked Wheel or Bent Rims

If the air is going down quicker than you think it should on your tyre, this can be a sign that you have a crack on your alloy wheel.

If your alloy wheel has a crack, you need to get the problem seen to immediately. A crack in your alloy will certainly affect the structural integrity of the whole wheel and put you and your passengers in danger.

Alloy wheels can sustain cracks with ease and are especially at risk when a car is driven over potholes and speed bumps.

As the overall rolling height (wheel + tyre) remains the same on all cars, larger alloys requiring tyres with lower-profile sidewalls are more susceptible to crack damage. This is because a tyre sidewall flexes to absorb bumps and impacts, so a tyre with less sidewall (low profile tyre) has less ability to flex and absorb impact on our roads.

The good news is that you don’t have to replace an alloy wheel if a crack does appear.

An alloy wheel crack can be repaired by initially grinding the crack from both sides before the weld takes place, so that there is no contamination.

The weld of the alloy wheel is carried out and then a refurbishment of the alloy follows to restore the cosmetic integrity and structural integrity.

However, if an alloy wheel has more than three cracks, it is likely that you will need to buy a new alloy wheel.

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