About to Order HRE Wheels
#16
Rolling the rear lips is no big deal. The GT2 and GT3 cars come that way from the factory. I good shop with the right rolling tool and a heat gun can do it.
#17
Agreed. This is a $100 job
If you are going to spend $5,000+ on new wheels tires, don't you want them to be as big as possible? Some of teh best looking setups IMO involve a great "tuck" of the wheel/tire combo in the fenders
If you are going to spend $5,000+ on new wheels tires, don't you want them to be as big as possible? Some of teh best looking setups IMO involve a great "tuck" of the wheel/tire combo in the fenders
#18
Another problem with chrome outers is corrosion under the tire bead. You can't see it but it causes bead leaks. Ask me how I know, I've had it happen three times on three different wheels. It's not only caused by water vapor in compressed air, but by chemicals in the tires. Nitrogen inflation will help but not solve the problem as moisture can also enter from the outside of the bead. High polished outers can also corrode but not nearly as fast as chrome. Previouly I had polished Kensis outers and never had a problem other than spending a few hours every other month polishing them. The preferred solution (for both ease of maintenance and leaks) is high polished outers with a clear powder coat. No bead leaks and low maintenance.
(Sprayed on clear coat will also cause leaks). I currently have Zones with chrome outers. I'm going in next week to the outers replaced with polished/clear coated. The lesson is never ever buy chromed wheels or wheels with chromed outers.
(Sprayed on clear coat will also cause leaks). I currently have Zones with chrome outers. I'm going in next week to the outers replaced with polished/clear coated. The lesson is never ever buy chromed wheels or wheels with chromed outers.
I have 890R with hidden hardware (inside the center). It is a real pain in the rear that I cannot pump air at gas stations, plus most chucks cannot fit thru the small opening. I believe 593R is also with hidden hardware. If I were you, I'd consider other models.
edited, btw, chrome lip really brings out the look of the wheels, and reflects the center of the wheel and bring out another dimension. IMO, it doesn't matter what the center is but the lip must be chrome.
edited, btw, chrome lip really brings out the look of the wheels, and reflects the center of the wheel and bring out another dimension. IMO, it doesn't matter what the center is but the lip must be chrome.
Eugene,
When I bought my HRE 545R for my E46 m3, they came with a small extension that will allow you to air up your HRE's at any gas station. If you don't have that, may I suggest you ask HRE to send you a couple. It's a must have! I still kept mine and if you need a pic of what I'm talking about, let me know and I'll take one for you.
Edwin
#19
I have a flex tubing extension and it is very hard to use; so I don't use it. Can you post of pic of yours please?
Thanks, Eugene
Thanks, Eugene
Great point!
Eugene,
When I bought my HRE 545R for my E46 m3, they came with a small extension that will allow you to air up your HRE's at any gas station. If you don't have that, may I suggest you ask HRE to send you a couple. It's a must have! I still kept mine and if you need a pic of what I'm talking about, let me know and I'll take one for you.
Edwin
Eugene,
When I bought my HRE 545R for my E46 m3, they came with a small extension that will allow you to air up your HRE's at any gas station. If you don't have that, may I suggest you ask HRE to send you a couple. It's a must have! I still kept mine and if you need a pic of what I'm talking about, let me know and I'll take one for you.
Edwin
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