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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 09:48 AM
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Wheel Decision

So I had an encounter with a large chuck of concrete last Friday, which left me with a bad tire and a dented rim. The tire has been replaced, but now I have to figure out whether to try to have it fixed, get a new Infiniti wheel or buy all new wheels.

I didn't get a picture of it before they put it back on, but it is about an inch long right on the lip on the inside of the car. The tire isn't leaking because of it, but I can feel a vibration when I drive it, so I have to do something. Can something like that be fixed?

Oh, I want to stick with 17s.
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 11:04 AM
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i would go with a new wheel set
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 12:50 PM
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Did you go through insurance?
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 02:37 PM
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Did you go through insurance?
Nah. Not worth it with a $500 deductible.
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 02:48 PM
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I think they should be able to repair the wheel but I'd suggest going aftermarket.

Not sure where to find wheel repair in Chicagoland, might have to search around.
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Old Nov 11, 2009 | 04:06 PM
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I'm kind of leaning that way. That would depend upon whether I could find some good looking wheels without spending a fortune.
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