MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: Spankiee on May 25, 2014, 11:48:18 am
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Just wondering if any of you lads with edition 30 BBS wheels have had any problems with corrosion on the inner rim of the alloy wheel.
I got 2 front tyres fitted a week ago and all they have done since is drop in pressure about 5 psi a day. Took it back to the garage and the inside of the rim is badly corroded so there was no chance of getting a seal.
I'm getting the wheels refurbished next week anyway but was just wondering if it's a common thing.
Something to look out for next time you get your tyres changed anyway.
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Not had any issue with the wheels loosing pressure. I do have corrosion on the inner rim and paint is flaking from behind the spokes, so I am looking to get them refurbed shortly. Just trying to find an OEM finish, 'Midland car care' have quoted £210. DMR have refurbed a few recently in OEM finish, but I can't get in touch with them.
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looks like there was moisture in the tyre , which is why they are using nitrogen in lots of places now
Rob
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Had my tyre changed and had the same problem, refurb is the only answer I think
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Moisture in the tyre sounds like a good explanation. Yeah it's all nicely full of nitro now so I'll keep an eye on the pressures over the next week.
The car had only done 10k in last 3 Years so I think the tyres have been on ages. I dread to think how long the rear tyres have been on the rims. I had to bash them off with a mallet and wood to free them from the hubs.
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It's not normal