fiddlyd

i want to change my rims but because i just got new tires i want to keep stock sizes...i looked everywhere and cant find 17x7.5 fronts and 8.5 rears.. i want a lip for the rears.. can someone please point me in the right direction.


thanks

fiddlyD

M-bENZ

now what do u want again ?

Andy

fiddlyd

lol... i want new 17" rims...front must be 7.5 and rears must be 8.5.


im bored of mine

fiddlyD

M-bENZ

www.tirerack.com
http://www.1010tires.com/wheels.asp

and you never mention what kind of rims you want ?

Andy

fiddlyd

right now i have the oem amg 5 stars.
i just want something new but i cant find a company that has them staggard.
7.5 front and 8.5 rears...i like deep dish look.

tried tire rack and 1010..they dont have anything

mfroehler

Has anyone else had problems with the AMG wheels? I have a 2005 CLK320 and have had to get air in my tires just about every 3 weeks or so. The tire store said that my AMG wheels are showing corosion and this is why air leaks out. My car is garage kept and I only have 38,000 miles on it. Should I purchase new wheels and if so, what kind? Thanks.

fiddlyd

did you change your valves?

fiddlyD

MarcusF

Just so that I fully understand what you’re saying - The tire store, presumably the place that sold you the tires that keep losing air, told you that all four of your wheels are corroded and that’s why you’re constantly having to add air. They didn’t say the wheels are dented, or have curb rash, or are damaged in any other way. They specifically said your five-year old aluminum wheels are “corroded”. Did they submerge each of the tire and wheel assemblies in water, notice the bubbles, and come to that conclusion?

Also, did all four wheels leak air before the new tires were installed, or did the alleged corrosion manifest itself right after the tires were installed?

mfroehler

My tires were leaking air prior to the replacement tires I bought...very weird that they leak air also. The tire store actually showed me the corosion on the wheels... The valves are in good shape.

pmathews

Just a point of reference, my AMG wheels never leak. I check them every couple of weeks (while I'm checking my wife's non-MB car that leaks constantly), and I haven't noticed a drop 'ever'.

If your rims are the problem, maybe they can paint the inside with an rubbery paint and fix the leak? Another option is to have the wheel redone, one of mine was bent, and they restored the wheel for $150 at a wheel place here in Dallas. Looks like new Good luck!

Chappy

Not sure if you mentioned previously or not....are the leaking wheels chromed?

mfroehler

The tire place resealed my AMG wheels by cleaning and then sealing them twice now. Something about the bead seal is not holding due to the corosion on the chrome wheels. I am so frustrated and very apprehensive about driving my car now so I guess I have to buy some new wheels When you had your wheels restored, did they rechrome them? Does this work? Thanks for any help.

Chappy

Most chrome wheels will eventually leak. Using nitrogen helps a little.

mfroehler

I even called the MB customer care. They said that even though they own AMG they do not warrant wheels or tires. I told him that since this is their policy and I understand where he is coming from, I will just have to get a Lexus or BMW next time...not a big deal. My 2005 CLK convertible has only 38,000 miles and has been garage kept. I would have though MB would back up their AMG line of wheels...go figure?!?

MarcusF

Chrome wheels were not a factory option on a 2002 CLK. Since someone else chromed your wheels, Mercedes-Benz will not warranty that third party company’s work – regardless as to your mileage. Have you considered contacting the company that chromed your wheels?

As for finding someone to sell you wheels, Performance Products will sell you authentic 17-inch AMG W209 twin five spoke wheels.

mfroehler

My MB CLK320 is a 2005 and I understand that it is not a wheel that came on the car originally, however, AMG is still owned by Mercedes Benz so I would hope that they would warranty their product. I love my CLK cabriolet and would want to keep it or upgrade to the newer model, however, now I am having second thoughts.

Chappy

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