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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 10:25 AM
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will this rim hold air??

bought a set of rims off of a guy and I don't know if this rim will hold air before i take them to get new tires mounted and balanced. maybe someone can help me out

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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 10:34 AM
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Re: will this rim hold air??

ouch!!
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 11:12 AM
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Re: will this rim hold air??

I wouldn't chance it I've seen them crack and break when mounting. I'd try the local junk yards and find a replacement.
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 11:57 AM
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Re: will this rim hold air??

Yikes. I would not use that wheel regardless of whether it holds air.
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 05:12 PM
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Re: will this rim hold air??

No way I would drive on that,not to mention a reputable shop would not touch it.Think of the people/families around you when it blows at 60 mph.

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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 05:43 PM
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Re: will this rim hold air??

i've seen wheels worse than that hold air, problem is, how long will it hold the air?

I would not use that wheel, have it repaired, or find a replacement. Dont drive on it.
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