Curious About Damage To Rim

[mb33458]

I was out today installing wheel well liners on my truck and I noticed my drivers side front rim has a dent in it. Not sure how it happened, or how it could have possibly happened. Take a look and let me know what you think might have occurred.

 

[pacofortacos]

Almost looks like a bullet hit it! lol
Is it a chrome clad wheel? It looks like one to me.
Possible something hot laid on it or some kid with a magnifying glass????

 

[mb33458]

I am with you on the bullet impact it got a pretty good dent in it.

 

[MADDOG]

Looks like an impact from some metal road debris, possibly an extension or wrench, maybe a screwdriver or something similar in shape & size.

 

[mb33458]

I was thinking that was a possibility, just dont recall hitting anything. Guess it's time for a new rim. I found a company that sells like new take offs, gonna give them a try.

 

[mb33458]

When I change out the rim can I reuse the tps?

 

[SixAddict]

When I change out the rim can I reuse the tps?

Yes you can.

 

[Southern Ram]

Wow that’s bad, looks like something big hit it. I have that same chrome rim too.

 

[Rlaf75]

If it's a chrome clad wheel you may be able to get a replacement piece instead of replacing the entire wheel

 

[jagman_xjs]

I buy and sell RAM wheels. I get them like this at times. AS long as it did not damage the actual rim you are fine. It is just cosmetic damage. I always check the inside of the wheels I get for cracks or anything abnormal. I do not have any for yours though. But a new wheelskin would be a cheaper way out than a new wheel. They are just taped on and would be best to be heated.

 

[mb33458]

I buy and sell RAM wheels. I get them like this at times. AS long as it did not damage the actual rim you are fine. It is just cosmetic damage. I always check the inside of the wheels I get for cracks or anything abnormal. I do not have any for yours though. But a new wheelskin would be a cheaper way out than a new wheel. They are just taped on and would be best to be heated.

Thanks for the info. I had no idea what a chrome clad wheel was, I do now. I am going to try and repair the dent by pushing it out from behind the wheel. Apply some filler , possibly JB Weld, sand it off and cover with chrome spray paint. If my repair looks too bad I'll get a used rim, then replace everything (with real wheels) when it is time for new tires.

 

[Dusty]

I was out today installing wheel well liners on my truck and I noticed my drivers side front rim has a dent in it. Not sure how it happened, or how it could have possibly happened. Take a look and let me know what you think might have occurred.

Does anyone else ever drive the vehicle? Could've happened then.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, factory dual exhaust, 18” wheels. Build date: 3 June 2018. Now at 73766 miles

 

[mb33458]

Does anyone else ever drive the vehicle? Could've happened then.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, factory dual exhaust, 18” wheels. Build date: 3 June 2018. Now at 73766 miles

No just me. Must have caught a rock on the highway.

 

[GTyankee]

In my area, we have a load of Used Tire shops
They sell used tires, but most of them are recaps & brand new no name tires & of course 2nds, ( Blems )

They also hit up the wrecking yards & grab up the rims that have tires on them.
When they get a truck load of them, they break the tires off the rims & sell them separately