Proper
wheel care is an essential part of a complete car maintenance regimen.
If your rims are not well-maintained, you can and will run into trouble
down the line. With that said, here’s a quick guide on the most common
types of wheel damage and how you can identify and prevent them.
- Dented wheels
Dents
are one of the most common damages that a wheel goes through. Hitting a
pothole or driving on an uneven road can cause dented rims.
Prevention
The
prevention depends upon the severity of the dent. Sometimes, the wheels
can be easily restored, and sometimes, you will require professional
help.
- Cracked Wheels
The
reason for a cracked wheel is similar to that of a dented wheel. Both
are caused by colliding with potholes, curbs, speed bumps, or other
vehicles.
Prevention
Smaller
cracks can be fixed by straightening the damaged portion. However, if
the crack is anyway a little bigger, then connecting with a professional
will be a good option.
- Curb Rash
Most car owner complains about curb rash, it happens when you accidentally scrape your wheel on a concrete curb.
Prevention
Minor
curb rashes are easy to fix at home with the help of sandpaper to
scrape out the damage. In some cases, the repair also put putty to fill.
- Rusted Wheels
Rusted rims are the first to rust and deteriorate when exposed to water.
Prevention
When you come across major wheel corrosion, it is important to replace the wheel or find a specialist that can solve this problem.
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