Bent Wheel Rim?

[Cdiver]

G'day,

I've somehow managed to dent the front RH rim on my Mahindra 5500 4wd this weekend. :ashamed:

Have tried to pump the tyre up, but it won't hold any pressure at all.

Wondering if anyone knows, can these be fixed (ie, panel beaten), or am I up for a new rim?

Thanks

 

[beenthere]

:welcome:

Can you post a pic or two?

 

[Cdiver]

Thanks for the welcome.

I haven't taken any pics yet, and may not be able to for a few days (I leave before dark, and get home after dark, so only get to "play" on the weekends!)

Will see what I can do.

 

[Mace Canute]

Sorta depends on how bad it's dented, where the dent is and just how good you are with a hammer and dolly and assorted bending tools (think good sized crescent wrenches). During Stock Car Racing, we have managed to get some serious dents and bends in some of our rims...if not too bad, we usually get them straightened out ourselves to the point they are quite presentable.

 

[woodchuckie]

You can always put a tube in it.

 

[RoyJackson]

You can always put a tube in it.

The tire would probably roll off the rim if just installing a tube.

Mace Canute had it right. You've got to straighten the rim the best you can. If that works, then add the tube as added insurance.

I do suggest you plan on replacing the wheel though...

 

[Cdiver]

OK, so we got to work a bit late this morning, which gave me time to take some pics just after sunrise.

Thanks for the advice so far, and keep it coming!

(and yes, I'm still very :ashamed

 

[beenthere]

That looks serious. But I would try a maul with some well placed blows.

The inner bend would be my main concern.

Might be able to get some success using a press.

Thanks for the pics.

 

[RoyJackson]

OK, so we got to work a bit late this morning, which gave me time to take some pics just after sunrise.

Thanks for the advice so far, and keep it coming!

(and yes, I'm still very :ashamed

Upon seeing the pictures, I strongly suggest you replace the wheel...especially if you have a loader on your tractor.

 

[Thomas]

If I I would replace,it just may cause more down time also peace of mine for safety..not unless you know of good blacksmith.

 

[banjodunn]

G'day go get the hammer out :thumbsup: that will knock back nearly spot on i would say if you think it is beyond you talk to a local tyre dealer and ask them if there is anyone in the area that will roll the rim for you, if they can't help talk to a local engineering shop. There is no reason that rim can't be repaired


Jon

 

[bjr]

An "Engineering Shop", that's a new one on me. But, yes, BIG Hammer and if that doesn't get the rim lip just good enough to take air use a tube or like other poster said a blacksmith type "Engineering Shop" to get it true. bjr

 

[Kays Supply]

If hammering back, be sure to use a spacer so as not to hit the lip of the rim. It will deform before you get the rest of the dent where it needs to be. Don't ask how I know.

 

[Cdiver]

Thanks for the help guys.

Will give it a bash this weekend, and see how we go.

 

[EdisonCheug]

im afraid that it is serious enough.
and...best to replace it.

 

[Cdiver]

Thanks for the input all, we gave it a few "gentle taps" with a sledgehammer, and a block of wood, and it appears to be good as new. Has held pressure for over a week no problems, haven't done much work with it (didn't get to play this weekend as one of my dogs got hit by a brown ), but will keep and eye on it and see how it holds up.

Thanks again.