Toyota of Orlando's Guide to Alloy Wheel Repair

Alloy wheels are a popular choice when it comes to Orlando Toyotas. They elevate the car’s style and are lighter than other wheel options. This also makes them easily damaged by potholes, curbs, and other common road hazards. You need to have a strong understanding of what indicators of alloy wheel repair you may see on your car, and how quickly you need to pay attention to it. This is Toyota of Orlando’s guide on everything you need to know for alloy wheel repair.

Pay Attention to Your Wheels

Let’s start with why you need to be checking your wheels in the first place. 

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

• Safety: Besides the damaged cosmetic appearance of the wheels after being damaged, you could be risking the structural integrity of your alloy wheels. This can lead to air leaks, tire blowouts, and car control issues that could result in a crash later on. 

• Investment: Alloy wheels are an investment that looks good and offers protection, which leads to better resale value for your Orlando car.  However, minor wheel damage can lead to more issues if you continue to drive. 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?

Fortunately, there are multiple warning signs that indicate you need an alloy wheel repair. Some of the more common indicators include: 

• 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 caused by wheel damage or wheel alignment issues.

• Uneven Tire Wear: Damaged tires 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 tires 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 usually means there’s an issue with your wheels or tire rims

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

If you notice any of these issues, stop by Toyota of Orlando ASAP for an alloy wheel repair to prevent something bad from happening on the road!

Alloy Wheel Repair Process

When you bring your vehicle in, there are several steps your Toyota of Orlando service technicians will follow to restore the alloy wheels. 

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

• Repair Damage: As you know, there are various 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 damages.

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

• Wheel Balancing and Reinstallation: Finally, 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. It normally costs between $85 to $460 based on these factors. Of course, larger repairs will be more costly than minor fixes.

Save Money on Your Repairs

There are a few tips we recommend 

• Bundle Repairs: If you repair all four alloy wheels at the same time, most techs will offer you a bundle deal to save money in the long run.

• Avoid Markups: Make sure to visit the Toyota of Orlando Collision Center for repairs to ensure you get the best deal possible with technicians who know your car!

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

Visit Toyota of Orlando for Your Alloy Wheel Repair!

Need an alloy wheel repair today? Schedule an appointment today at our Collision Center to get the best service for your car! Give them a call at 407-298-0001.