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Which Wheels are Best for Your Vehicle?

6/6/2023

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​Which Wheels are Best for Your Vehicle?

Here are some factors to consider when choosing wheels for your vehicle:
  • Size: Wheels come in a variety of sizes, measured by their diameter and width. It is important to choose wheels that are the correct size for your vehicle, as this will affect the handling and performance of your car.
  • Offset: Offset is the distance between the center of the wheel and the mounting surface. It is important to choose wheels with the correct offset for your vehicle, as this will affect the fitment of the wheels and tires.
  • Bolt pattern: Bolt pattern is the number of lug nuts and the distance between them. It is important to choose wheels with the correct bolt pattern for your vehicle, as this will ensure that the wheels can be properly secured.
  • Weight: Wheels can vary in weight, with lighter wheels being better for performance and fuel economy. However, lighter wheels can also be more expensive.
  • Material: Wheels are made from a variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, and magnesium. Steel wheels are the most affordable, but they are also the heaviest. Aluminum wheels are more expensive than steel wheels, but they are also lighter and stronger. Magnesium wheels are the lightest and strongest, but they are also the most expensive.
  • Finish: Wheels come in a variety of finishes, including chrome, black, and silver. The finish of the wheels is a matter of personal preference.
  • Price: Wheels can range in price from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. The price of the wheels will depend on the size, material, finish, and brand.
Once you have considered these factors, you can start shopping for wheels. There are a variety of places to buy wheels, including online retailers, brick-and-mortar stores, and dealerships. When shopping for wheels, it is important to compare prices and read reviews to find the best deal on the wheels that are right for your vehicle.

Here are some additional tips for choosing wheels for your vehicle:
  • Do your research: Before you start shopping, it is important to do your research and learn as much as you can about wheels. This will help you make an informed decision when you are ready to buy.
  • Talk to a professional: If you are not sure what size, style, or material of wheels to choose, it is a good idea to talk to a professional. A qualified mechanic or wheel specialist can help you choose the right wheels for your vehicle.
  • Buy quality wheels: It is important to buy quality wheels that are made from a strong material and have a good finish. Cheap wheels may be tempting, but they are more likely to bend, crack, or rust.
  • Have the wheels installed professionally: Once you have chosen your wheels, it is important to have them installed by a professional. This will ensure that the wheels are installed correctly and that they are safe to use.
When you have the right wheels, come in to see us and we'll do the rest - color coat? No problem. Clear coat? No problem. Remedy curb rash? Easy peasy! We do it all.

​Come deal with the best and forget the rest!


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Your Wheels Are Two-Faced, Part 2

8/28/2019

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​Your Wheels Are Two-Faced, Part 2

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This month, we continue with our discussion about wheel hardware and design from last month.

At Phoenix Rim Repair, we are familiar with wheel structure because we work with naked wheels (wheels without tires) every day. There is a lot to wheels and rims that the lay person is completely oblivious to. Behind the visible cosmetic face (outer facing wheel surface) there are many important components making up a good wheel and its relationship to your vehicle. What are these? Read on to learn more about the secret life of your wheels.

Dish
The exterior of a 3-piece wheel, the dish is the portion of the wheel that sits beyond the spokes. In contrast, a “deep-dish” wheel spoke sits below the outer lip and is mainly for aesthetic purposes. Important to note here is that the deeper the dish, the more susceptible the wheel face is to damage from impacts. The wheel can become bent on the outer edge or crunch the dish against a spoke causing it to crack. This kind of crack is difficult to repair to the level needed because it’ll lose some of its original strength and integrity.

Spokes
Wheel spokes are located between the plate and outer wheel edge. Spokes support the wheel’s edge and help it to resist impacts. As you are probably aware, spokes vary greatly in appearance - from the typical 5-spoke pattern to more minimalist designs, and even some unusual wheel concepts. These designs are responsible for its resistance to damage, so not only is appearance important, the material integrity is equally so. In certain cases, a welding repair could possibly make the wheel a detriment to safety and performance.

Bolt Circle
Self-explanatory, the circle design that the wheel lug bolts appear is called the bolt circle. The Bolt Circle Diameter, or BCD plus the number of bolts used makes up the “bolt pattern”. For instance, 5 lug bolts at a 5.25-inch BCD can be described as a 5x5.25” bolt pattern. Bolt patterns vary between auto manufacturers, model types and years. For example, despite earlier models, many BMW wheels are 5x120mm. On the other hand, most Mercedes wheels are 5x112mm bolt pattern. This is why it is typically impossible to cross-mingle wheels between other car brand and models.

If you missed the first part of our list, click here to go to last month’s post.

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Your Wheels Are Two-Faced, Part One

7/24/2019

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​Your Wheels Are Two-Faced, Part One

At Phoenix Rim Repair, we are familiar with wheel structure because we work with naked wheels every day. There is a lot to wheels and rims that the lay person is completely oblivious to. Behind the visible cosmetic face (outer facing wheel surface) there are many important components making up a good wheel and its relationship to your vehicle. What are these? Read on to learn more about the secret life of your wheels.

Plate
First things first, the essential core. Around the center bore is a hefty metal plate with the function of connecting all the major players in the wheel  - the lug bolts/holes, wheel core, and axle. This sweet spot spoons the surface of the rotor. This configuration happens at the center of the wheel and is responsible for the integrity of the entire wheel-axle setup.

Valve Stem
Not to be forgotten, is the stem used to air-fill tires that must protrude through the wheel surface. This consists of a small hole drilled in the wheel to make way for the air valve. This hole can make one side of the wheel lighter than the other, meaning a good spin balancer will have to compensate for it. Valve stems come in all types, from snap-in rubber stems to fancy metal stems with rubber gasket seals.

Center Bore
Anything but a bore, the circular hole in the middle of the wheel is perhaps the most exciting aspect of wheel fit and performance. The center bore refers to the size of the hole where the spigot/axle fits through. This bore is also known as spigot size, and refers to the diameter of hole, usually measured in millimeters. The wheel’s center bore must match the spigot size of the car's axle seat.

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) wheels are made to fit snugly on their original axle seats of their designated cars. However, when dealing with aftermarket wheels, care must be taken to ensure that the size is the same or slightly larger than the OEM center bore size - large enough to fit over the axle. Many aftermarket wheels are designed to accommodate this and will have center bores larger than the OEM size. Hub-centric spacers can be used to fill the overage and keep the wheel functioning properly.

Our list continues next month, so stay tuned…

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