6 Bent OEM wheels, time for a change - help requested
10-13-2018, 01:04 AM
#61
I got it from the GM dealer...they ordered me 2 new ones and apparently the 2019s were not in open stock because they (GM) said they had to get them from the vendor. Well now it’s been 2 months and I messaged them the other day and I was told they changed vendors. So when I get them I’ll go and take pics of the part numbers and name on it. I’m just ready to drive my car without a vibration. They bent at 1000 miles and I have 6500 on it now. Lol I’m gonna need new tires soon. 🤷🏼*♀️
10-13-2018, 01:09 AM
#62
This was the message I got from the GM dealership.
There is a vendor change and a part number change, have two old part number wheels at another dealer but would not recommend them because they bend easily.
No current update as to when new wheels will be shipped. Will update as soon as i find out something.
There is a vendor change and a part number change, have two old part number wheels at another dealer but would not recommend them because they bend easily.
No current update as to when new wheels will be shipped. Will update as soon as i find out something.
10-13-2018, 01:28 AM
#63
This was the message I got from the GM dealership.
There is a vendor change and a part number change, have two old part number wheels at another dealer but would not recommend them because they bend easily.
No current update as to when new wheels will be shipped. Will update as soon as i find out something.
There is a vendor change and a part number change, have two old part number wheels at another dealer but would not recommend them because they bend easily.
No current update as to when new wheels will be shipped. Will update as soon as i find out something.
Last edited by MMD; 10-13-2018 at 01:29 AM.
10-13-2018, 07:46 AM
#64
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If I were bending them like you do I would try something too!
I pull the stock wheels right away and go for the cups that have been around since 2009 they have have no bending issues plus they are lighter than the stock z06 wheel.
I'm happy i don't have an issue with bending wheels and I drive across country. Leaving in the AM to go over 1500 miles
I pull the stock wheels right away and go for the cups that have been around since 2009 they have have no bending issues plus they are lighter than the stock z06 wheel.
I'm happy i don't have an issue with bending wheels and I drive across country. Leaving in the AM to go over 1500 miles
10-13-2018, 05:55 PM
#65
That's encouraging to know that GM had switched vendors. Please post up your experiences with your new wheels once you have them installed. Have you decided yet what tires you are going to put on? Also, which wheel did you replace? Was it the standard silver wheel that come on the Z06 or some other wheel that bent/broke? TIA.
I have a 2019 GS with OEM Crome rims.
When I took delivery (it was ordered for me) an I drove away from the dealership I realized I had 38#s in my tires. I didn’t even question it but hindsight I should have. When I took it in to have the 500 mile oil change at a closer dealership they lowered it. I got on the highway 2 days later and realized I had a shimmy. I asked why they lowered it and they said it had too much air and should be 30#s.
They lifted it and the two front rims were bent. 🤷🏼*♀️ Literally I knew when it had to happen because I cringed running over a rumble in the road doing maybe 30mph. It should never have bent two rims because it was not anything more than a buckled crease from the heat on the road.
I sure hope they match the back rims when they come in.
I’m guessing I’ll go back with the tires that came on it but I’ve got 6500 miles so it won’t be much longer til I need some.
10-13-2018, 07:51 PM
#66
So after a healthy amount of reading, post viewing and image searching, I bit the bullet on some new Forgelines from CW4L. I will still get the stock wheels replaced under warranty but moving on to some USA forged metal made the most sense to me right now. The aftermarket warranty coverage will actually cover the new wheels/tires up to the OEM value so while I don't plan on hurting anything further, it's good to know I will have some coverage.
The Conti tires will likely get the nod for these and perhaps will use the rest of the MPSS for the occasional track days. I know they aren't the best tire but the grip was pretty decent once warmed up.
The Conti tires will likely get the nod for these and perhaps will use the rest of the MPSS for the occasional track days. I know they aren't the best tire but the grip was pretty decent once warmed up.
Talk to Khoa at Signature wheels. Get a forged set for around $4k and go to Continental's. This will solve your problem. Poor quality OEM wheels coupled with those hard walled run-flats are a disaster. Stop living with the constant aggravation, bite the money bullet if you can and start enjoying the car again.
I guess I'm going to have to live with skateboard handling or flush $1k and then go find some good aftermarket rims. So disappointed...
Don't make the same mistake I did and think the Continentals are a good alternative because they aren't even close to the handling precision the Sport Cups deliver.
10-13-2018, 07:55 PM
#67
I’m sorry I should have elaborated and given a little more info.
I have a 2019 GS with OEM Crome rims.
When I took delivery (it was ordered for me) an I drove away from the dealership I realized I had 38#s in my tires. I didn’t even question it but hindsight I should have. When I took it in to have the 500 mile oil change at a closer dealership they lowered it. I got on the highway 2 days later and realized I had a shimmy. I asked why they lowered it and they said it had too much air and should be 30#s.
They lifted it and the two front rims were bent. 🤷🏼*♀️ Literally I knew when it had to happen because I cringed running over a rumble in the road doing maybe 30mph. It should never have bent two rims because it was not anything more than a buckled crease from the heat on the road.
I sure hope they match the back rims when they come in.
I’m guessing I’ll go back with the tires that came on it but I’ve got 6500 miles so it won’t be much longer til I need some.
10-14-2018, 06:56 AM
#68
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I don't know how many folks are running on the Continental's but let me warn anyone considering them... they are absolutely terrible. I ordered them to replace the Sport Cups in the rear when the dealer replaced both my rear cracked rims figuring they might help me avoid cracked rims again. But about 40 miles into a 170 mile drive I hit the go peddle at 60 and snapped a quick lane change like I'm accustomed to doing and I thought the back end was going to come around. The tires, without a doubt, have ruined my GS handling precision. I'm just glad the front tires are on brack order so I can cancel them. Wasting $1,000 on tear tires is bad enough. I'm glad I didn't waste any more.
I guess I'm going to have to live with skateboard handling or flush $1k and then go find some good aftermarket rims. So disappointed...
Don't make the same mistake I did and think the Continentals are a good alternative because they aren't even close to the handling precision the Sport Cups deliver.
I guess I'm going to have to live with skateboard handling or flush $1k and then go find some good aftermarket rims. So disappointed...
Don't make the same mistake I did and think the Continentals are a good alternative because they aren't even close to the handling precision the Sport Cups deliver.
10-14-2018, 08:55 AM
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10-17-2018, 12:13 AM
#70
Thanks Jen for clarifying. My GS will have similar wheels as yours. I thought a lot about this issue prior to ordering my GS which I pick up at the NCM next month. I have just resigned myself to believing the OEM wheels are not very good on the car. I figure anytime my wheels go bad I am just going to pull them off the car and go with aftermarket. I think spending money on insurance of keep replacing damaged wheels with new OEM wheels is a waste of time and money, I wanted the chrome wheels like yours but I decided not to spend the extras coin if they are just going to break. But after reading your post above you gave me hope that just maybe GM has got a handle on this problem. We'll have to wait and see and I'll reassess as time goes on and I gain more expereince with this car. Thanks for your inputs.
I’ll let ya know what they tell me tomorrow since we are still waiting on my front rims.
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10-17-2018, 08:49 AM
#71
I have an appt for my second oil change tomorrow and guess what?!? I have a BACK tire now that’s losing air. If it’s the rim then that makes 3!!! And I’m calling GM because this is totally unfair since I am not driving the car like it’s made to be driven. Lol I’ve only gotten it to about 90 a few times. I’m not scared of it but being cautious until I know the feels of the car.
I’ll let ya know what they tell me tomorrow since we are still waiting on my front rims.
10-17-2018, 08:58 AM
#72
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I have an appt for my second oil change tomorrow and guess what?!? I have a BACK tire now that’s losing air. If it’s the rim then that makes 3!!! And I’m calling GM because this is totally unfair since I am not driving the car like it’s made to be driven. Lol I’ve only gotten it to about 90 a few times. I’m not scared of it but being cautious until I know the feels of the car.
I’ll let ya know what they tell me tomorrow since we are still waiting on my front rims.
10-17-2018, 10:56 AM
#73
Good luck and hopefully it's just a nail that can be patched rather easily. I considered bringing up my issues with GM but it will just be a waste of time and fall on deaf ears. I expect them to blame the NE roads (wouldn't be a wrong assumption...) and tell me to take it up with my local/state DOT.
This is not limited to a few people... looks like an ongoing problem and needs to be addressed.
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10-17-2018, 01:22 PM
#74
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I give you credit for trying and I'm sure you will receive a response. I just seeing it going as "We are sorry to hear you are having issues with your Corvette. Your satisfaction is important to us as a customer. We have reviewed your comment thoroughly and would suggest you contact your local DOT to address the issue with the road surfaces that may be compromising the performance of the cars wheels and tires."
10-18-2018, 03:11 PM
#75
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Ordered Crays Yesterday and filed a complaint with NHSTA
Just ordered a set of Crays for my 2017 Grand Sport I have had 5 bent rims out of 8. I bought an extra set from House of Wheels. The original set had 3 of the 4 bent so I had them straightened after I got my other set. I just put new tires and wheels on and 1700 miles later 2 bent front rims...GM will do nothing and they know its an issue...They say there is no data to back up the problem because folks use other means to get the problem taken care of...buying aftermarket of having them straightened.
There is another way to maybe get something done and that is to file a complaint with the NHTSA..... https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/
If they get enough complaints they start an investigation...
There is another way to maybe get something done and that is to file a complaint with the NHTSA..... https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/
If they get enough complaints they start an investigation...
10-18-2018, 10:47 PM
#76
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Is this more of a Grand Sport issue than a Z06 issue?
seems to me that Z06 wheels have more attachment points to the outer rim of the wheel.
Would repro Z06 wheels be stronger than OEM Grand Sport wheels?
Thanks
seems to me that Z06 wheels have more attachment points to the outer rim of the wheel.
Would repro Z06 wheels be stronger than OEM Grand Sport wheels?
Thanks
10-18-2018, 11:31 PM
#77
No. The repro ZO6 Wheels are no better, maybe even worse unless you go to quality forged ones.
10-22-2018, 09:30 AM
#78
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As mentioned, repro wheels are likely not going to be stronger but again, who really knows.
10-23-2018, 02:12 AM
#79
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Looking forward to hearing part numbers! After that, we can see when cars started coming with the new design wheels by checking on them on cars that have just gotten delivered.
10-25-2018, 09:33 PM
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