Can dented rims be repaired?

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meowz9z

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• Dec 17, 2003

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I bought a '91 kdx200 recently and the rear rim is dented flat; I suspect from coming down on a rock, a log, ect.. I've ridden it quite a bit and the bike still functions. However, I'd like to see if I can't massage the rim a little, and get it looking "purty" again.

I've scoured around the 'net a bit, but I can't seem to find anything related to rim repairs. My girl's kid said that stock rims are to brittle, and I'll crack it if I start messing around with it.
Any comments?

 

splatt

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• Dec 18, 2003

• #2

Depends on how bad it's dented. I had one repaired a few years back that was pretty banged up when it was done you could hardly tell where it was dented. Best thing to do is to go to a few of your local shops and see if they offer rim repair services.

 

Steve

 

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meowz9z

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• Dec 19, 2003

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Thanks for your advise!

 

splatt

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• Dec 19, 2003

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:thumb: No problem

 

Steve

 

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• Jan 12, 2004

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I was gonna move it, but you solved the problem. Well done :)