Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Swansea

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Top garages for Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Swansea (31 found)
Ron's Recovery & Repair Ltd
55 Jobs Completed
Swansea
4.1 / 5

Established by Daniel Aspland in 2017, we currently have 3 mechanics with a combined experience of 25 years. 'Ron's Recovery & Repair' has quickly implemented itself

Swansea Tyre Clutch & MOT Centre
456 Jobs Completed
Swansea,
4.4 / 5

Swansea Tyre & Clutch & MOT Centre does a lot more than just fit tyres and clutches & MOT's! In 2017 we have won both BEST AUTOMOTIVE GARAGE (SME Business Awards) and

A P Motor Repairs
13 Jobs Completed
Neath
5.0 / 5

Bringing the garage to you! At AP Motor Repairs, it’s our dedication that differentiates us from other car repair garages. We’re continuously training to provide the h

HiQ - Plasmarl Swansea
4 Job Completed
Swansea
5.0 / 5

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at HiQ Plasmarl we are C. E. M. Day Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivalled exp

C. E. M. Day Limited - Swansea Road
4 Jobs Completed
Swansea
3.0 / 5

The team to go to for service you can trust, at a price you can count on. Here at HiQ we are part of C. E. M. Day Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivalled expe

Gravells (Swansea)
Member since 17 November 2015
Fforestfach

To provide confidence that your vehicle is in excel lent shape is key to the perfect driving experience. Gravells technical teams are trained to fine-tune every vehicle s

Scuffed Up Ltd
Member since 04 November 2020
Swansea

We're an Institute of Motor Industry Award Winning, BSI accredited body shop that repairs cosmetic body work to all makes and models of vehicles. We repair using manufact

Caf motor
Member since 13 January 2021
Swansea

Swansea’s local mobile mechanic Timing belts/chains Turbos Pre purchase inspections Diagnostics Engine management lights Brakes batteries exhausts Clutches

SSR
Member since 19 June 2020
Swansea

Start up company with over 20 years in the trade, bringing you quality assured repairs and maintenance

Lehane Autos Ltd
Member since 11 February 2020
Swansea

10years working with automotive electronics with an additional 6 years with mechanical diagnostics and repairs. Specialising in vehicle computer systems. Immobilisers ec

Swansea service and repairs #SSR
Member since 16 January 2021
Swansea

We are a start up company in Swansea

Premier Garage Services
Member since 16 July 2019
Fforest-fach

Based in Fforest-fach in Swansea we will work on any vehicle whether that be a small Ford Ka or a large 16-seater minibus. All makes all models servicing, tyres, repa

M.S Autos & Diagnostics
Member since 11 July 2019
Swansea

I am a motor mechanic with 18 years experience who has now opened up my own business, I specialise in all mechanical work on any vehicle

L.A.TAutos
Member since 14 December 2018
swansea

We are a small garage in the Morriston area of Swansea, We pride our self's on quality work at affordable prices. We carry out all aspects of light vehicle repairs and ma

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Alloy Wheel Refurbishment in Swansea

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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 Swansea 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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