Broken wheel... what to do?

[Sockethead]

I had this happen on the the way back from Bimmerfest. I'm pretty sure that it was a combination of shitty NJ roads and a massive dip in the road on I95 that we hit at about 90 mph on the way down.
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=9548

Now we're trying to figure out what to do:
I don't know whether I trust the other 3 wheels as these wheels have seen a lot of track time by the PO of Kpro's car. Also the wheels need to be refinished and I don't know if that can even be done..
The wheels aren't that expensive but they only come in offset for the 1 series which means I'd still have to use the spacers. I'm debating buying 4 new ones and getting them powder coated the same color.These wheels are low pressure cast but made in China. I really like the way they look on the car though...

The other wheel I'm looking at are OZ Formula HLT. These are also low pressure cast but with a few strengthening enhancements. I think these will look pretty good on my car too...

What do you guys think?
http://www.ozracing.com/images/products/tecnichals/ozracing_itech_formulahlt_grigiocorsa.png

[danewilson77]

I love those wheels. What are the sizes/offsets?

[Sockethead]

I love those wheels. What are the sizes/offsets?

Here's the link at Tire rack: http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=W01929207MG&wheelMake=O.Z.&wheelModel=Formula+HLT&wheelFinish=Matte+Grey&showRear=yes&selectedRear=W01931203MG&autoMake=BMW&autoModel=330i+Performance+Pkg&autoYear=2005&autoModClar=&filterFinish=All&filterSize=All&filterBrand=O.Z.&filterSpecial=false&filterNew=All&filterWeight=All&sort=Brand

[danewilson77]

Those offsets/sizes are good.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[ELCID86]

I prefer the look of the ones you have over the OZ.

[Vas]

I'm not a fan of a center lock design when the car does not use a center lock system.

[Sockethead]

Those are just caps on those wheels they are an option.

[Oli77]

Please tell me that original BMW wheels would never do that.

[zhpnsnv]

Those OZs look awesome. But so did the breytons. If saving cash is a concern, get a breyton. If not, droooooool over some new OZs!


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[Sockethead]

Please tell me that original BMW wheels would never do that.

Haha, I wish I could! The place where I get my wheels fixed said that the BMW 6 series wheels are the worst... they are always getting them in for crack repair.


Those OZs look awesome. But so did the breytons. If saving cash is a concern, get a breyton. If not, droooooool over some new OZs!

This is my dilemma!

[derbo]

Please tell me that original BMW wheels would never do that.

M135s have been known to bend and crack here in SF. I've seen them with my own eyes.

[Johnmadd]

Rob, the style of the wheels you have now are great, but for me its the finish and color that really catches my eye.

[cakM3]

Rob, I like the OZ Formula HLT. I think these wheels will look awesome on your ZHP :thumbsup

[LivesNearCostco]

Werd! I have cracked 2. Had one welded at a wheel shop and other one I cut out the crack and filled it with epoxy. I don't think I drive them that hard but they have a lot of miles, and not sure how many previous owners they had, since I don't think all 4 of them are the originals that came with my car.


M135s have been known to bend and crack here in SF. I've seen them with my own eyes.

[3ZHP]

Just a thought; it may be covered by your insurance, so it may be worth the call.

[330i ZHP]

Rob, OZ wheels are historically soft and bend easily...I am not sure if they have changed things and become better

[Torxuvin]

Rob, OZ wheels are historically soft and bend easily...I am not sure if they have changed things and become better

Mine are at least 8 years old with 90k or so miles on them. No bends. The finish isn't the best though. Coating seems to be a little soft. Chad is running OZs as well. Not sure if he's had any issues.

I like the look Rob. Sorry to hear about that breaking on you

[Sockethead]

I think I'm going to just replace the two fronts... If I can find someone to powdercoat them correctly...anybody know a good powdercoater in the mid-Atlantic region?

[BCS_ZHP]

Collision Wheel Center in Bath, PA is the wheel repair Mecca

Or might be Wheel Collision Center, don't recall

[Sockethead]

Ok tnx!

[Sockethead]

I'm rockin the stock wheels with 10mm spacers for now... the other wheels will be on hold for a while since we just had babies...

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/IMG_1708_zpsd3c1b6b0.jpg

[Newjack]

I'm rockin the stock wheels with 10mm spacers for now... the other wheels will be on hold for a while since we just had babies...

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp325/r_powell123/IMG_1708_zpsd3c1b6b0.jpg

Looks good Rob. Ive toyed around with ideas in my head, but if I wanted to keep stock wheels but wanted to stand out, I'd do something like plastidip them dark gold. Like classic Subaru blue with gold wheels gold.

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[Sockethead]

I'm still going to get the Braydons redone... I just gotta find someone that knows how duplicate the color. No luck so far

[Sockethead]

Update: we found the original powder coater in Cleveland and bought 2 new fronts. Unfortunately there was some miscommunication and the wheels got done in black chrome instead of bright chrome so now I have black wheels. I'm not a fan of black but the 3 step powder coating was expensive as hell and I can't afford to have them redone. http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/03/25/vu3ajyda.jpg

[danewilson77]

Those are gorgeous Rob.

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[Sockethead]

Thanks Dane I'm still getting used to them... I didn't really want to go for the murdered look... the only thing left that's not black or CF is the kidney grilles

[danewilson77]

Thanks Dane I'm still getting used to them... I didn't really want to go for the murdered look... the only thing left that's not black or CF is the kidney grilles

How could that be the last item?

Mind blown.

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[Sockethead]

IDK... I always liked the stock grilles to break up all the black...

[danewilson77]

IDK... I always liked the stock grilles to break up all the black...

Ok. I feel ya. I like contrast as well.

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[SoCalZman]

IDK... I always liked the stock grilles to break up all the black...

+1. I think the chrome on our grills is really subtle (compared to an american car) and it is a nice break from all the color and plastic on the front of the car.