Forged/Cast Combo
03-27-2006, 11:33 AM
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Forged/Cast Combo
One of the wheels I'm debating on getting has a "Forged Barrell or (Hoop)" and the spokes and "inner pad" are "pressure cast construction".
The thing is, these rims aren't inexpensive... They're about $350 a piece for 18". So, would this construction be a potential problem? I live in the city and am worried about the occasional surprise pot hole.
The thing is, these rims aren't inexpensive... They're about $350 a piece for 18". So, would this construction be a potential problem? I live in the city and am worried about the occasional surprise pot hole.
03-28-2006, 09:20 AM
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They would be better than all cast. Since they are 2-piece, the outer rim could be replaced if damaged, but that is still $$.
Knock on wood, I've had 17" wheels, forged and cast, on my last 3 cars without any pothole damage.
Knock on wood, I've had 17" wheels, forged and cast, on my last 3 cars without any pothole damage.
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