Wheels/tires making noise & vibrating at higher speeds
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Mercedes S550
Wheels/tires making noise & vibrating at higher speeds
Have a 2015 S550 RWD, with 19" rubber. New Michelin tires. Get vibration and subtle shaking of steering wheel above 70 mph. My service guy says that 3 of my wheels are bent, and that I can either repair or replace.
To replace the 19" AMG 5 spoke wheels would likely be expensive. Does anyone have experience of having someone straighten (slightly) bent wheels? Is this a good idea, or are there problems?
Thanks for any inputs.
To replace the 19" AMG 5 spoke wheels would likely be expensive. Does anyone have experience of having someone straighten (slightly) bent wheels? Is this a good idea, or are there problems?
Thanks for any inputs.
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Have a 2015 S550 RWD, with 19" rubber. New Michelin tires. Get vibration and subtle shaking of steering wheel above 70 mph. My service guy says that 3 of my wheels are bent, and that I can either repair or replace.
To replace the 19" AMG 5 spoke wheels would likely be expensive. Does anyone have experience of having someone straighten (slightly) bent wheels? Is this a good idea, or are there problems?
Thanks for any inputs.
To replace the 19" AMG 5 spoke wheels would likely be expensive. Does anyone have experience of having someone straighten (slightly) bent wheels? Is this a good idea, or are there problems?
Thanks for any inputs.
Do a google search and locate a shop that repairs such rims. I was lucky to find such a place. Perhaps mention where you’re located and others here can advise.
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Thanks Denis, good suggestion.
I am located in Southern California, Orange County. Would appreciate any help on finding a local shop which repairs and refurbishes such rims. They are polished, but not chrome plated.
I am located in Southern California, Orange County. Would appreciate any help on finding a local shop which repairs and refurbishes such rims. They are polished, but not chrome plated.
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Wheel repair
Here in Atlanta GA there is a place called Alloy Wheel Repair, they are reputable and were actually recommended to me "off the record" by a tech at the Benz dealership. I think they are nationwide so you might want to check to see if they have shops in Cali. Also, if you have a good relationship with any of the service guys at your local Mercedes dealership, ask for a recommendation.
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If the wheels are not repairable, I'd suggest going on Evil-bay and finding some 19" AMG knock-off wheels that are the exact same size as your existing wheels. You may even be able to find an exact match to what you have (if you like the style. Instead of paying $1000+ for each new OEM wheel, you can buy an entire set of 4 for around $800. My experience with them (on my previous S600) was very good. They were every bit as solid as the OEM wheels.
