A wheel repair specialist can fix various types of vehicle wheels, including aluminum alloy wheels. They can deal with damage such as bending, cracking, denting, and misalignment. The repairs can vary in complexity and cost, and some may require removing the wheel from the vehicle. Bent wheels can usually be repaired, but it requires a controlled environment with a constantly hot temperature.
A wheel repair specialist is a person who can repair, machine, or alter many types of vehicle wheels. The specific services offered by a wheel repair specialist can vary, but in general, the specialist is able to deal with bending, cracking, denting, misalignment, and other types of damage to a wheel. Some specialists focus exclusively on aluminum alloy wheels, while others cater to virtually any type of wheel. In some cases, a wheel may not be able to be fixed; therefore, a wheel specialist can manufacture a new wheel to match the remaining wheels.
Much of the work a wheel repair specialist does will be cosmetic. Alloy wheels can get scraped, bent, or scratched from various road debris, as well as impacts with curbs or other obstructions. The wheel repair specialist may travel to an on-site location to fix the wheel, or may require the customer to go to a wheel repair shop. This usually depends on how significant the wheel damage is. In either case, the specialist will assess the damage and make recommendations for the best course of action for repair.
Types of repairs can vary significantly in complexity and cost. Simple nicks or scratches can be buffed out quite easily, while deeper scratches or scratches may require a full touch-up. If a total touchup is required, it is likely that the wheel repair specialist will need to remove the wheel from the vehicle so that the tire can be removed and various tools can be used to remove scratches and scratches. Wheel design can also dictate the complexity of the job; some wheels have spokes, two-piece construction, or various features that can make finishing difficult. In this case, the wheel will need to be removed and the repair time may be extended.
Bent wheels can usually be repaired easily but will require removing the wheel from the vehicle. The wheel repair specialist will heat the wheel to the appropriate temperature and use various tools to perform a series of small bends. The wheel can then be checked for straightness and bent again if necessary. This process needs to be carried out in a controlled environment that can provide a constantly hot temperature, which means that bent wheels often cannot be properly repaired on site. Very small curves can be treated on the spot, but this is generally not recommended.
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