[DML] Re: Chrome Wheels

[KayoOng@xxxx]

Josh, 

You can't chrome aluminum rims or aluminum materials.
Aluminum must be anodized.

What you do see are most likely machined and polished rims with a clear 
protective coating to prevent discoloration and pitting. 

If you do machine the original rims, make sure they are rebalanced afterwards 
and all are the same closed approximate weight.

The other rims you see, is not or may not be original DMC. If you do replace 
rims with non DMC rims, make sure they fit properly. The bolt on pattern is 
a must. When the rims with the tires are mounted onto the car they must 
clear the wheel well, while they are in motion. No scraping or chaffing 
during driving -- bumps, turning, stopping and etc.

Also make sure the new rims can handle the different dynamic stresses while 
the car is in motion. I understand that there are rims that do fit (not too 
many manufactured or choices). The rims and tires are subjected to different 
"stresses." These rims that are available may not be able to handle the 
different stresses that the rims are subjected to during usage. You don't 
want the rims to crack to break off. Remember, in this case, looks may not 
equate to safety.

Kayo Ong
#05508
Lic. 9D NY


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