#92270, "damaged rims (thanks arby's) pics" Feb-02-06 11:52 AM by EclipseSix
Well the local Arby's installed a ass-backwards system at their drive-thru. You have to push a button, which plays a recording and calls an attendant to...their microphone or something... anyways they place this button so damn close to a 6 inch tall curb, and sure enough I went too close (while hanging out the window trying to reach their damn button)and scuffed my driver's side front wheel.
I guess its not too bad, but do I have any alternatives to paying to have them polished/resurfaced? I searched and it didn't seem like there were any other options... Where can I get it done? Thanks in advance for any feedback.
#92271, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 0
You'll have to look in the phonebook or something for an alloy wheel repair type place, should be under the automotive section. That sucks, but at least the lip isn't bent. I think I'm pretty much screwed.
#92274, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 1
Do you want me to show you what McDonalds in Mattoon did to my rims?
If you want pictures you will have to wait a day for me to get a digital camera. Your's are nothing compared to what happened to mine.... It took 2 new tires from me due to gouges in the sidewall!
But you do have the more expensive Enkei's... I do feel for you.
#92279, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 2 Feb-03-06 12:56 PM by EclipseSix
Originally posted by 95_ESi_Person Do you want me to show you what McDonalds in Mattoon did to my rims? If you want pictures you will have to wait a day for me to get a digital camera. Your's are nothing compared to what happened to mine.... It took 2 new tires from me due to gouges in the sidewall! But you do have the more expensive Enkei's... I do feel for you.
Damn, lol. Yeah, the rims came at a pretty penny, but I had them for almost two years before I managed to do this so I'd say my track record isn't too shabby with them. Plus the powdercoat part is impressive, made it through two illinois winters with little to no maintenance on them and they always clean up just like new when I take the time to clean them. I'd like to see pics of yours if you feel like takin them, you did all that just by running aganst the curb?
and thanks WIDE, I'll check out the book to see whats around.
#92285, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 5 Feb-03-06 06:50 PM by destruckeclipse
This is why I refuse to use drive thru's with my car! Although I did not pay for the volks, they sure are pretty, and would be damn near impossible / expensive as hell to replace.
#92289, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 4
Originally posted by eclpsmoneypit95 It's nice to see another Illinois 2gnt'er. Oh yeah, park your car and go inside next time, haha.
Haha for sure. Yeah, I found this board around the time I bought the car (two years ago), but I really haven't had the chance to start any modding until recently, and I basically immediately determined that I'm waiting for summer and buying a manual GS. Mine is an auto Looks pretty but sooo slow. Anyways hopefully I'll be able to make it to the IL 2gnt meet whenever it happens. I live in the NW suburbs of chi-town, bout 45 minutes out.
#92315, "RE: damaged rims (thanks arby's)" In response to Reply # 8
Originally posted by EclipseSix
Originally posted by eclpsmoneypit95 It's nice to see another Illinois 2gnt'er. Oh yeah, park your car and go inside next time, haha.
Haha for sure. Yeah, I found this board around the time I bought the car (two years ago), but I really haven't had the chance to start any modding until recently, and I basically immediately determined that I'm waiting for summer and buying a manual GS. Mine is an auto Looks pretty but sooo slow. Anyways hopefully I'll be able to make it to the IL 2gnt meet whenever it happens. I live in the NW suburbs of chi-town, bout 45 minutes out.
Turbo the bitch and swap 5 speed. My car is pretty but has automatic but when I turbo'd it it felt so much better. Next is 5 speed swap. Probably when I get stationed somewhere that I don't need my car then I will send it to somewhere like concept illusions and have them do it.
98' Eclipse GS- Hahn Stage 2- SOLD 02' Honda S2000- SOLD 04' Acura TL- Current Whip