How Long Does Wheel Rim Repair Take?

[VonAshlyn]

Wheel rim repair typically takes two to three hours. Below is a related introduction to wheel rim repair: 1. Scratches and damage on the rim edge: When driving close to the curb, the rim can easily get scratched. In such cases, specialized repair sticks can be used for restoration. 2. Cracks and damage on the rim edge: If the rim is accidentally hit by a hard object while driving, it may cause the edge to crack. Usually, such damage can be repaired using a specialized aluminum welding machine for rims, followed by refurbishment and reshaping. 3. Chips on the rim edge: When the rim is struck by stones or other hard objects, it may result in chips on the edge. In such cases, specialized wheel rim filler is required for repair, as it provides strong adhesion and prevents peeling or detachment after the repair.

[OElijah]

Last time, I scraped my car's wheel rim against the curb, leaving a dent. When I took it to the repair shop, the mechanic checked it and said it would take over a day to fix—the rim needed to be removed and cleaned in the morning, followed by aluminum welding to fill the gap in the afternoon, and then cooling to set. However, their shop had equipment for quick baking, so the car would be ready by noon the next day. My neighbor once had only slight edge deformation, and with partial repair and repainting, it was done in three hours. The speed of wheel rim repair really depends on the extent of the damage: small scratches can be polished in an hour, while major deformations or cracks may take over two days. I’d like to remind everyone not to choose roadside stalls for quick fixes just to save time—improper hammering can lead to wheel imbalance, causing steering wheel vibrations. Always insist on a dynamic balance test after repairs!

[LaVictoria]

My friend got his wheels refurbished while replacing the rims, and I accompanied him throughout the process. We dropped off the car at 10 AM. The technician first removed the wheels, sanded off the oxidized surface layer, then performed roundness correction—using a hydraulic press for slow adjustments to avoid metal fatigue. Applying the primer required a two-hour drying wait. The color paint layers started in the afternoon, with each coat baked dry under heat lamps. Finally, they sealed and polished the wheels. Their shop was busy with a queue, so we didn’t get the pickup notification until the afternoon of the third day. For wheel refurbishment, surface scratches can be done within a day, while severe deformations usually take two to three days. Remember to call the repair shop in advance to check their schedule to avoid a wasted trip. Plastic wheel covers can be replaced faster, but matching OEM styles is tricky—often requiring special orders for parts.

[Harley]

My old car's wheel rim got cracked when hitting a pothole. The mechanic checked it and said replacement isn't necessary but requires careful repair. In the morning, they removed the wheel for cleaning, first patching the gap then reshaping to restore roundness. He mentioned aluminum alloy repairs demand meticulous craftsmanship - rushing it may cause uneven deformation. In the afternoon, the curing and painting were done in multiple layers, with each baking cycle taking half an hour. The whole process took nearly five hours under close supervision, including dynamic balance adjustment. Small scratch repairs at quick shops usually finish within an hour - just swap the spare wheel and leave. For severely out-of-round or cracked rims, don't rush the job, safety comes first. Professional shops offer more peace of mind.