Alloy wheel buckled

[jned2]

Just been told one of my alloys is buckled, has a "throw" in it and is beyond repair. It's an 8 spoke OZ off a TVR S3. Who's the best around so I can take it for a second opinion? I'm in the Swansea area but prepared to try anywhere in South Wales. Cheers Neil

[DHE]

Quite a few have used these guys http://www.alloyrefurb.net/Pages/default.aspx

[Trev450]

These people have a very good reputation: http://www.renowheel.co.uk/renowheel/

[jned2]

Thanks both, took the wheel to both places and got the same answer i.e. its safe enough to use but not possible to straighten. They both reckon the car at some time has gone sideways into a kerb (not me honest)hence the slight buckle, it's a rear wheel so thankfully doesn't affect the driving experience. Thanks again.

[steve j]

jned2 said:

Thanks both, took the wheel to both places and got the same answer i.e. its safe enough to use but not possible to straighten. They both reckon the car at some time has gone sideways into a kerb (not me honest)hence the slight buckle, it's a rear wheel so thankfully doesn't affect the driving experience. Thanks again.

Try these Neil http://www.bellhillgarage.com/tvrpartswheels.htm

[effkay]

Could try these: http://www.flatoutalloys.co.uk/

Penarth Road in Cardiff. Welded and refurbished my OZ Superleggeras. Good job too.

[jned2]

Thanks both of you for the help/suggestions but I think (hope) I've managed to source a replacement. I've sent the money now I'm just waiting for it to arrive. Cheers.

[Squadrone Rosso]

http://www.alloyrefurb.net/Pages/default.aspx

Steve Cull knows the score inside & out.

[fuzzypicture]

Another vote for Steve @ http://www.alloyrefurb.net/Pages/default.aspx

I have had to make use of his services a few times, always quick and to an exceptional standard.

Op, I can see you have ordered a replacement, but it is still worth getting Steve's opinion on the bent one.