[bennyboysvuk]

I had new MPSS fitted at the weekend, after 9,800 miles on the old ones. The rears were well under 3mm and although it was fun having them spin up, the wet weather dictated that I should really replace them. Having bed them in and driven to work, it's the wet braking distance that feels the most improved over the old tyres.

The tyre fitting was again the usual uncomfortable experience. I left my car with the Suzuki dealer (I'd read good reviews) and they took 1.5 hrs to change all 4 tyres, balance them and refit them. I checked the wheels once the work was done, but couldn't see any damage at the time...until I got home. Then I found a mark, about the size of a fingerprint pressed into the edge of the rear left rim. Sigh. Why does it always happen?

Is there anyone out there who's never had a wheel damaged when they've had tyres fitted? Are BMW main dealers (and their £70 markup) any better?

 

[axelf]

I think it is the luck of the draw... When I took mine in to the dealers I told them there was no damage on any of the wheels and I expect it back like that , they said all will be fine...
So when it was all done I went to check the wheels, and yes all 4 wheels were scratched , they found out the plastic guard on the machine was loose and this is what caused the damage.. Needless to say I never payed for them to fit my winters what I supplied... I also part exed the M135i the same day for an M3... But the dealers can do damage just like anywhere else I am afraid, and it costs you more for the pleasure

 

[Menace]

I always take a well light hi-res pic of my wheel(s) before drop off (ideally in their car park). Without being arsey I also make a point of telling them I've done so.

Only ever had it done at a BM dealer safe in the knowledge they are big enough / the right people to repair or replace should the worst happen.

 

[Quadrapete]

http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/pete250cup/media/E4FA693C-C281-46CB-B17A-B410A2D297BE.jpg.html

They are paying...

 

[br0wny]

1.5 hours?!?!?!

Took 15 mins to replace and rebalance my rears other week and damage free!

 

[bennyboysvuk]

1.5 hours?!?!?!

Took 15 mins to replace and rebalance my rears other week and damage free!

I thought it was an exceptionally long time too. I've got a stretch of around 8 wheel balance weights on one side of the rim too, which looks a bit unsightly.

 

[bennyboysvuk]

I always take a well light hi-res pic of my wheel(s) before drop off (ideally in their car park). Without being arsey I also make a point of telling them I've done so.

Only ever had it done at a BM dealer safe in the knowledge they are big enough / the right people to repair or replace should the worst happen.

Hmm, I think this might be my best bet then. I was thinking I might try to find places that fit 30 profile tyres on 20" wheels in the hope that their fitters would be a bit more careful and experienced at more difficult jobs.

 

[br0wny]

1.5 hours?!?!?!

Took 15 mins to replace and rebalance my rears other week and damage free!

I thought it was an exceptionally long time too. I've got a stretch of around 8 wheel balance weights on one side of the rim too, which looks a bit unsightly.

So much for the good reviews eh

Hell I've had wheels off, prepped, refurbished and rebalanced and back on the car in 3 hours nevermind tyres taking 1.5 hours to swap

 

[0l0dom0l0]

It's a bit hit and miss. My dads just had 4 tyres fitted on his 20 inch M5 rims at quickfit (don't ask) and so far they've been the only place that has managed to fit tyres damage free.

Well known, reputable tyre place, 2 front tyres on my mums car = 2 damaged wheels.

Ridiculous.

 

[520d]

1.5 hours?!?!?!

Took 15 mins to replace and rebalance my rears other week and damage free!

I thought it was an exceptionally long time too. I've got a stretch of around 8 wheel balance weights on one side of the rim too, which looks a bit unsightly.

That doesn't sound right, the tyre may need to be rotated and balanced or maybe just re-balanced, I think 60G is the maximum weight pers side according to BMW spec.

 

[DurhamLad1973]

It's always a worrying experience, you don't want to watch but it's difficult not to. It's a necessary evil though.

 

[Sustanon250]

The best place to get tyres removed/fitted is a wheel refurb centre as they tend to be the most careful . I use a place in Slough and they've never so much as put a tiny mark on any of my wheels .

 

[colwill116]

The best place to get tyres removed/fitted is a wheel refurb centre as they tend to be the most careful . I use a place in Slough and they've never so much as put a tiny mark on any of my wheels .

Where in Slough out of interest? Live very close and took atleast 2mm being a yob on Saturday night.

Also have a few videos and although it was on private land after the last thread about someone being a bellend I'm definitely not uploading it

Aftermath:

 

[marco_polo]

The best place to get tyres removed/fitted is a wheel refurb centre as they tend to be the most careful . I use a place in Slough and they've never so much as put a tiny mark on any of my wheels .

Agreed. I use a local Alloy wheel shop, they've fitted at least 20 tyres for me now, and never marked the face / rim.

 

[Sustanon250]

The best place to get tyres removed/fitted is a wheel refurb centre as they tend to be the most careful . I use a place in Slough and they've never so much as put a tiny mark on any of my wheels .

Where in Slough out of interest? Live very close and took atleast 2mm being a yob on Saturday night.

Also have a few videos and although it was on private land after the last thread about someone being a bellend I'm definitely not uploading it

Aftermath:

Here we go mate :

Autowerks 01753 570010

The owner is Harry , speak to him if possible .

Now these guys refurb wheels properly , none of this rubbing down , filling and painting rubbish that main dealers offer ; they actually remove the tyre from the wheel , bath the wheel in acid , repair any damage and then power coat and paint !

He refurbed my 911 wheels nearly 5 years ago and they are still mint !!!

http://www.the-autowerks.com/mobile/index.html

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[Spot the cat]

It's a bit hit and miss. My dads just had 4 tyres fitted on his 20 inch M5 rims at quickfit (don't ask) and so far they've been the only place that has managed to fit tyres damage free.

Well known, reputable tyre place, 2 front tyres on my mums car = 2 damaged wheels.

Ridiculous.

+1 for Quik-Fit,the larger branches have the non touch Hunter tyre machines and I've never had a problem...so far.I'd much rather use them than a dealership.

 

[Octavius]

I've got four new tyres to go on a brand new set off alloys. If they damage them they will be replacing not repairing.

 

[bennyboysvuk]

1.5 hours?!?!?!

Took 15 mins to replace and rebalance my rears other week and damage free!

I thought it was an exceptionally long time too. I've got a stretch of around 8 wheel balance weights on one side of the rim too, which looks a bit unsightly.

That doesn't sound right, the tyre may need to be rotated and balanced or maybe just re-balanced, I think 60G is the maximum weight pers side according to BMW spec.

That's interesting to know. I did think that it looked like a lot of weights. I'll see how much is on there.

 

[bennyboysvuk]

The best place to get tyres removed/fitted is a wheel refurb centre as they tend to be the most careful . I use a place in Slough and they've never so much as put a tiny mark on any of my wheels .

Now THAT sounds like a brilliant idea. Slough is 30 miles from me, but I'd rather do that than have to get the wheels refurbished.

 

[Sonic1506]

Best place to use in West London in my experience is Southall Discount Tyres . They do all my tyre changes and have NEVER damaged ANY of my wheels OR tyres and fairly priced too. They certainly don't take 1.5 hours either .

Can't recommend Southall Discount Tyres enough.