Can Scratched Lexus Wheel Hubs Be Repaired?
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Scratched Lexus wheel hubs cannot be repaired. Concept of Wheel Hub: A wheel hub is the rotating part where the inner rim of the tire connects to the wheel core via pillars, i.e., the metal component mounted on the axle that supports the tire. Wheel hubs are also known as rims, steel rings, or tire bells. There are numerous types of wheel hubs based on diameter, width, manufacturing method, and material. Classification of Wheel Hubs: Wheel hubs are also called rims. Depending on the characteristics and requirements of different vehicle models, the surface treatment processes for wheel hubs vary. Wheel hubs can generally be categorized into two types: painted and electroplated. Electroplated wheel hubs are further divided into silver electroplating, water electroplating, and pure electroplating, among others.
Last week, while making a turn in my Lexus, I accidentally scraped the curb and left a scratch on the wheel rim. It was quite a scare at first, but I later found a professional repair shop. They inspected it and said the scratch wasn’t deep and could be fixed. The process involved cleaning the wheel surface, sanding down the scratch with sandpaper, then applying matching paint and polishing it. The whole process took just three hours and cost a little over 400 yuan. After the repair, the scratch was completely invisible. I think Lexus wheel rims are made of good-quality, mainly aluminum alloy, so the repair quality can be close to factory standards. If you encounter a similar issue, don’t rush to replace the rim—repairing is cost-effective, time-saving, and eco-friendly by avoiding waste. I’ll be more careful about keeping distance while driving to prevent scratches in the future. The repair shop also recommended using rim protectors to prevent similar issues, which seems quite effective.
