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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 10:41 PM
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can a slightly bent used aftermarket rim(aluminum) be repaired back to its original specs? cannot afford new rims so i'm wondering if it can be done to save money. thanks guys
 
Old Jul 22, 2008 | 10:54 PM
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yes, i know their is a shop near me that specializes in this, however if your rims are fairly cheap its normally about the same amount of money to have it fixed than to buy a new one.
 
Old Jul 22, 2008 | 11:24 PM
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thanks for the reply live2rice, i hope we have one here in western washington area. i checked the brand name of the rims(borbet) website but they do not have the type i have anymore and tire dealers out here do not carry/heard of them before either so i'm SOL! [:@] the repair thing is the only option i have[&o] thanks again.
 
Old Jul 22, 2008 | 11:35 PM
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E-mail me and I will give you a phone numer and a website for you to check on...

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Old Jul 23, 2008 | 10:38 AM
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make sure its a good person, well know trusted etc, why? becasue most rims except for steel with crack of they are bent back the wrong way, or by some one who has little experience
 
Old Jul 23, 2008 | 04:35 PM
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just e-mailed you yesterday,i hope you received it. thanks!
 
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