▷Prevent And Protect Car Rim Damage In San Diego

How To Prevent And Protect Car Rim Damage And Curb Rash In San Diego

When alloy meets cement, the results are never excellent. Maybe the worst part about car rim damage is the sound the car makes just when it gets hit. It isn’t perfect to hear. You hear the noise, wince in response, and you know the damage is as bad as it sounds. 

But, who are we kidding- the worst part is how the rims end up looking. They get damaged in the worst way, reducing the beauty of your expensive car. Here are some ways to protect your shiny new rims from curb rash and other accidents. We provide all kinds of auto detailing services. 

Master Parallel Parking

Parallel parking is the most significant cause of curb rash and rim damage. It’s more of a problem for drivers in bigger cities, but just about everyone needs to parallel park at some point. Unfortunately, everyone develops the style that works best for them. However, there are a few simple tips to make the process easier.

Tilt the passenger side mirror down at the curb to better gauge distance. Back into the spot slowly at a 45-degree angle. If you are unsure of where the curb is, you’ll at least tap it with the more vital part of your tire, the back. 

Then you can pull forward and straighten it out. Lastly, park further away from the curb than you think, but not too far, because you’re not looking for a ticket.

Install Protection

The clear coat on rims might protect against dust and dirt, but that only goes so far. If more people drive your car, or you can’t master parallel parking, then rim protectors are a good option. They are straightforward yet effective. 

Essentially, they are a rubber ring that fits in between the tire and the rim. They are intended to take the damage from any light impact. Proper installation is the key to their effectiveness. They need to go on a completely clean rim to adhere appropriately. As a bonus: they come in various colors.

Prepare For Winter

Although curbs can lead to the most damage to rims, winter deserves a fair share of the blame. Ice-covered roads can make your tires slip and end up banging into curbs or other obstacles.

 Salt used for melting snow can have a corroding effect on rims as well. You likely have winter tires to manage the seasonal roads better. While this can lower the chances of striking a curb, winter rims are an excellent investment themselves. 

Without winter rims, having to spend money to repair inferior damaged rims becomes almost inevitable. A set of steel rims can help you get rid of this issue before it happens.

Hopefully, you’ll never have to hear your rims crunching against cement. Please drive carefully and get your wheels the protection they deserve. Give us a call today at Dr. Detail San Diego.