Leaking Steel Wheel

[quickweh]

I thought that I had a slow puncture so took the wheel off, tyre ok but plenty of soap bubbles by the valve. On checking closer it seems that it's the weld between the rim and centre. I'd value any advice regarding a repair ie. welding, sealant etc.

 

[mitzimad]

had the same on a vauxhall vivaro only cure is a new wheel

 

[Lenny HB]

The wheel looks quite old, there will be rust in the joint which you won't be able to clean so I think the only safe answer is a new wheel rim.

 

[Brains]

Bathroom sealant will do as a bodge, but you need a new wheel.

 

[Lenny HB]

Bathroom sealant will do as a bodge, but you need a new wheel.

Not a good suggestion as if you that you will forget about it until it lets you down.

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[quickweh]

Started looking, bit of a minefield for 16" wheels on heavy chassis and 2 different pcds for the rim

 

[Lenny HB]

Started looking, bit of a minefield for 16" wheels on heavy chassis and 2 different pcds for the rim

If it's a Fiat X250 or X290 The light chassis the PCD is 118mm, the Maxi chassis it is 130mm.
If buying pattern wheel (not genuine Fiat) check the load rating a lot are only rated at 1000 kg.

 

[wd1506]

I thought that I had a slow puncture so took the wheel off, tyre ok but plenty of soap bubbles by the valve. On checking closer it seems that it's the weld between the rim and centre. I'd value any advice regarding a repair ie. welding, sealant etc. View attachment 690753View attachment 690755

The rim and the centre are two separate parts welded together. So if there’s a leak between them as your picture suggests then it could be either weld failure or the wheel has a crack developing. The latter is favourite as it’s by the valve which is a weak point.

 

[Carolyn and Kev]

Get a new one ....Its shot! Don't waste your money on repairs . It simply is not worth it!

Kev

 

[Jev88]

That's the rust outside - imagine how bad it might be inside. I would replace.

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[68c]

May I add to the voices saying scrap the wheel, if it fails it will be far worse than a flat tyre. Also bit worried you may be on the same bit of road as me when, not if, it

 

[Stag man]

Rule of thumb with most vehicles is ‘ It May look bad but in reality it’s even worse’

 

[pappajohn]

The valve seat is also leaking...scrap.

 

[tonyandcarol]

I thought that I had a slow puncture so took the wheel off, tyre ok but plenty of soap bubbles by the valve. On checking closer it seems that it's the weld between the rim and centre. I'd value any advice regarding a repair ie. welding, sealant etc. View attachment 690753View attachment 690755

Hi Mike
I have a spare steel wheel with good tyre on its a 5 stud fiat ducato wheel with a 225 70R15c trye which you are welcome to free if it will help.

 

[quickweh]

Hi Mike
I have a spare steel wheel with good tyre on its a 5 stud fiat ducato wheel with a 225 70R15c trye which you are welcome to free if it will help.

Hi Tony, many thanks but mine are 16". Busy scouring eBay for a replacement at the moment. Hope you're both well, Mike

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[daveandsan]

Mike quickweh is there a breakers yard close to home? You might find a decent wheel there.

 

[Figaro]

Might be worth checking the other three ?
How old are they ?

 

[quickweh]

Might be worth checking the other three ?
How old are they ?

14 years and 55,000 miles

 

[quickweh]

Mike quickweh is there a breakers yard close to home? You might find a decent wheel there.

Thanks Dave, bit of a needle in a haystack, 15 inch, 16 inch, valve body in relation to wheel bolt holes but will give it a try tomorrow.
Mike

 

[mitzimad]

what year is it mike ive got some of an 08 maxi

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[daveandsan]

Thanks Dave, bit of a needle in a haystack, 15 inch, 16 inch, valve body in relation to wheel bolt holes but will give it a try tomorrow.
Mike

If I knew exactly what I was looking for I could ring around the local yards here.

 

[Jimbohorlicks]

Pm sent Mike.

 

[quickweh]

what year is it mike ive got some of an 08 maxi

Thanks for the offer Steve, I've got one sorted now hopefully arriving Monday.