BBS RX2 (GTI Split Rims) Refurb Guide
Re: GTI split rim refurb - cleaned up post
what are peoples thoughts on putting rubber/metal grommets in each hole of the centre section before bolting the two sections together? to stop the powder coating cracking through over tightening.
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Re: GTI split rim refurb - cleaned up post
The wheels wont sit flush at all mate, u need just silocone paste or some sealent to stop the corrosion creeping back but like wipe it in and wipe out most off it, i was told not to put anything in as it will make the wheel run untrue i rekon mate!
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Re: GTI split rim refurb - cleaned up post
All picture links fixed.
Re: GTI split rim refurb
superb guide, just what ive been looking for.
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Happy to helpsep wrote:superb guide, just what ive been looking for.
Re: GTI split rim refurb
This is probably gonna sound really stupid... but can you still do the paint stripping with the tyres still on? if you cover the tyres and are really carefull... or is that a stupid question? lol
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GTI split rim refurb
Wouldnt take the risk tbh
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Re: GTI split rim refurb
Did anyone get the PDF before megaupload was shut down? I
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I have a copy and I've replied to your PM but as the picture links are fixed there is no need for a pdfDirtbiker525 wrote:Did anyone get the PDF before megaupload was shut down? I
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Re: GTI split rim refurb
Paint stripper doesn't touch normally hurt rubber but you are never gonna get a good finish in the edge of the rim with the tyres on and inflated but you coukd break the bead and push the sidewall awayHD9POLOGTi wrote:Wouldnt take the risk tbh