Toyota of Clermont's Guide to Alloy Wheel Repair

Alloy wheels. They elevate any Clermont car’s style and are lighter than other wheel options. While they are incredibly popular, they’re also easily damaged by common road hazards such as potholes and curbs. You need to have a strong understanding of what indicators of alloy wheel repair you may see on your car and how fast you need to address it. This is Toyota of Clermont's guide on everything alloy wheel repair.

Paying Attention to Your Wheels

Why should you pay attention to your alloy wheels? We’ve got three main reasons: 

• Appearance: Alloy wheels are picked out to add to the overall aesthetic and modern vibes of the car. Any scruffs or scratches would take away from the car’s appearance, so it’s important to have timely auto repairs to avoid any worsening issues.

• Safety: Besides a compromised appearance, you could be risking the structural integrity of your wheels after they’ve been damaged. This leads to air leaks, tire blowouts, and car control issues that could result in a crash later on. 

• Investment: Alloy wheels look good and offer protection, which gives a better resale value for your car. However, minor wheel damage can lead to more issues if you continue to drive with them. In other words, you’d be paying for more than just alloy wheel repair costs if you don’t regularly check on your tires.

When Do You Need Alloy Wheel Repair Services?

There are multiple warning signs that indicate you need an alloy wheel repair, including: 

• Vibrations/Shaking: If you feel any vibrations or shaking in your seat or steering wheel while driving, this could indicate a bent wheel rim or wheel imbalance.

• Pulling to One Side: If you feel your car pulling to one side, it could be due to wheel damage or wheel alignment issues.

• Uneven Tire Wear: Damaged wheels can cause alignment issues, which lead to uneven wear on your tires.

• Frequent Air Pressure Loss: A cracked or bent wheel can cause constant air pressure loss in your tires, which then causes other issues included in this list.

• Visible Damage: If your wheels have scratches, chips, cracks, or dents on the surface, you should bring your vehicle in for service.

• Odd Sounds: Any thumping or rattling while driving can mean there’s an issue with your wheels or tire rims.

• Car Handling Issues: If you experience any difficulty steering your vehicle, it might be due to an issue with your wheels.

If you notice any of these issues, stop by Toyota of Clermont ASAP to prevent something bad from happening on the road!

Alloy Wheel Repair Process at Toyota of Clermont

So you bring in your vehicle, but what happens next? There are several steps our Toyota of Clermont body shop technicians take to restore your alloy wheels: 

• Cleaning and Inspection: First, they clean the wheel and inspect the level of damage.

• Repair Damage: As we just discussed, there are multiple problems that call for an alloy wheel repair. The techs could deal with filling dents or reshaping the bent parts, or they may have to weld the pieces or use advanced techniques to fix any damage.

• Priming and Painting: After the necessary repairs, the alloy wheel is primed and then repaired to match the original part.

• Wheel Balancing and Reinstallation: Lastly, the tire is balanced and then reinstalled onto your vehicle!

Alloy Wheel Repair Cost

The alloy wheel repair cost ultimately depends on the wheel type, type of damage, and location. Normally, this should cost between $85 to $460 based on these factors, but keep in mind that larger repairs will be more costly.

Save Money on Your Auto Body Repairs

We know it can be expensive, so here are our top tricks to save money on your alloy wheel repair cost:

• Avoid Markups: Make sure to visit the Collision Center at Toyota of Clermont for any repairs to get the best deal possible with technicians who are familiar with your car.

• Regular Inspections: Detect early damage by regularly bringing in your car for routine inspections to save you money as time goes on.

Visit Toyota of Clermont for Your Alloy Wheel Repair!

Need an alloy wheel repair for your vehicle today? Schedule an appointment today at our Collision Center! Give them a call at 352-404-7001 or talk to our techs in person at 16851 State Road 50, just off the Florida Turnpike.