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Old Aug 2, 2005 | 10:06 PM
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Anyone ever have a bent rim straightened?
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Yes, Ye Ole wheel shop in MD makes ;em look brand new!

They have a new machine which can duplicate the machined lines in oe Corvette wheels

Google "Ye Ole Wheel SHop" for more info - they UPS Ship daily!
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Yes, Ye Ole wheel shop in MD makes ;em look brand new!

They have a new machine which can duplicate the machined lines in oe Corvette wheels

Google "Ye Ole Wheel SHop" for more info - they UPS Ship daily!
How much did they charge you?
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How much did they charge you?
either 85 per/ or 95 per - I forget which

If you call - PLEASE ask for John...

Tell him Corvette Chris sent ya!
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Old Aug 2, 2005 | 11:12 PM
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Just had Wheelmasters do three of mine - two were bent and all three had curb/pothole rash.

Came out perfect for about 100 a wheel
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thanks for the info guys
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I live in S. Fla., and I have a place that does great work on wheels.
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