A shop straightening a GT rim

[nsfkid]

Here is a link to a video I found on youtube.
This guy is rebuilding a GT (In Germany), The odd thing at approx half way through the Video he appears to be straightening a rim using a port-a-power.
Then later on it shows him with some neat looking homemade/shop(CNC) control arms.

Just a odd mix
Mike

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSAHvp7Rw4s&feature=player_embedded

 

[2112]

I am not sure I would trust a wheel straightened that way at high speeds.

 

[BlackICE]

I am not sure I would trust a wheel straightened that way at high speeds.

I woudn't trust it unless I drove like EP!

 

[timcantwell]

There are some very reliable and safe methods for straightening rims. I use a company here in Phoenix (Wheel Specialists) and another in Ohio (Motomotion) who do excellent work. (However, their methods differ from the crude method shown in the video!)

 

[skyrex]

Nsf, seeing your avatar again reminds me that you need to post more!! :thumbsup

That said I would not want to do 200+ on a straightened rim. That is just me though.

 

[nsfkid]

Nsf, seeing your avatar again reminds me that you need to post more!! :thumbsup

That said I would not want to do 200+ on a straightened rim. That is just me though.

Thank you.

On some cars I do have the rims refinished, Just had an 08 Maxima rim done.

But I would NOT have a rim straightened for use on a Gt or any other Hi-speed, Hi-hoursepower car, If I am Going 200 + I am not going to risk my life or others on a possible structurally damaged rim.