damaged rim

[guzzlr]

I recently purchased a used 05 Gt that has some rim damage on one of the wheels. Looks like my rims are the ones that look like this:

http://www.fordracingparts.com/parts/part_details.asp?PartKeyField=7868

but my rims are the grey painted/coated ones. It is unclear on the ford site if these rims are what are on my car. I do have the order code the dealership entered when the previous owner ordered the car. Any of you know where I can find a replacement rim, or if it is possible to get a 3inch gash fixed on the lip of a rim? Any help is appreciated.

 

[Capt Dan]

Those would be the 17" standard cast aluminum wheels.

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Many are putting aftermarket wheels on so there should be some barely used rims available. Also check with the dealer or wheel shop for a take off.

 

[must16]

Cost to repair is often 2/3 cost of a new one. Repaired rim will not be as strong and might be unsafe--looks easy to me!

 

[guzzlr]

thanks for the help

 

[BelueLX]

id just buy a stock takeoff from somewhere. just my .02

 

[cepenn]

Check ebay. I have seen alot of new takeoff wheels and tires on ebay. Also, I dont know if it will work but you could try steeda or saleen. They replace the stock rims on all thier cars. Who knows what they do with the originals.

 

[o5stanggt]

a wheel repair will run about $120 to $150 and will be good as new try a discount tire to send to wheels america for you also try calling saleen and ask for the number for diversified marketing

 

[guzzlr]

thanks!

I will be giving these suggestions a try very soon.