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NasMan



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United Kingdom 2007 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Java Black

This is interesting - was looking at my kerbed alloys this morning.. (Wife of course Whistle )

I may make the journey up to Brum.. Only an hour from me..

What is price for a fitted set? 57 RRS | TDV8 HSE | Java Black | Black Interior | Side Steps | 20" Alloys
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Post #258630 Mon Mar 08 2010 2:32pm
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Jonny Fresh



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Curt,

could I wear one round my waist to stop grazing myself on walls and other such obstacles?

Post #258637 Mon Mar 08 2010 2:53pm
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flydive



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Switzerland 2008 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

Sorry JF, max 21" diameter Wink '08 RRS TDV8
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Bigby



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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport 3.0 TDV6 HSE Stornoway Grey

RAD, I await your trial with interestand look forwards to photos. What colour did you choose? 2010MY HSE 3.0 TDV6. Stornoway Grey/Ivory. Extended leather, winter pack.

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shmoogle



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Curt,

Not to pi** on your bonfire, so to speak, but please be aware of the forum's Commercial Posting Rules.

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Post #258645 Mon Mar 08 2010 3:26pm
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Jonny Fresh



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flydive wrote:
Sorry JF, max 21" diameter Wink


Big Cry Big Cry

Post #258647 Mon Mar 08 2010 3:28pm
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Cavham



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I be interested in seeing the pics rad. Had all 4 wheels done and all kerb in 8 weeks and i can not blame her in doors.

Like to see pics of them on to see what they look like

Post #258664 Mon Mar 08 2010 4:36pm
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Jonny Fresh



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I also kerbed all 4 wheels, had all 4refurbed 6 months ago.....not kerbed one since...

Post #258665 Mon Mar 08 2010 4:46pm
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Alive Tuning



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United Kingdom 2013 Range Rover Sport SDV6 HSE Orkney Grey

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Here's what just happened to my nicely refurbed wheels, just after having new tyres fitted. Censored

They're not on my RRS anymore though! Mr. Green Still need to get them refurbed again though, before the indoor 4x4 show on the 21st. Big Cry I'd happily try some of these protectors on my wheels though. Got a track day in this at Cadwell Park, Next month. Twisted Evil

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Post #258672 Mon Mar 08 2010 6:36pm
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dazsear



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I'd be happy to trial some and report back to both you and the RRS group if you are happy to post some out.
You could use me as trial for self fitting too so you get double the review!.

Email me at daz.sear@ntlworld.com if you are interested.

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Post #258673 Mon Mar 08 2010 6:38pm
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RichardM



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shmoogle wrote:
Curt,

Not to pi** on your bonfire, so to speak, but please be aware of the forum's Commercial Posting Rules.

Cheers Thumbs Up


Please don't delete this thread! Its one of the most useful I've seen for a while. I just wish I had seen these before I had curbed the wheels. WINNER - 2009 ‘Just Doing What It’s Designed To Do’ Award

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flybouy



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United Kingdom 2007 Range Rover Sport TDV6 HSE Santorini Black
Just ordered them.

As I was upgrading to new wheels I though this would be a good opportunity to buy a set and try them out. Will update here re: the ease of fitting (which I will do) and effectiveness....(which my Mrs will do).. Very Happy Never argue with an idiot as he will drag you down to his level and then beat you with experience.

Post #258733 Tue Mar 09 2010 9:39am
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NasMan



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United Kingdom 2007 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Java Black
Re: Just ordered them.

flybouy wrote:
As I was upgrading to new wheels I though this would be a good opportunity to buy a set and try them out. Will update here re: the ease of fitting (which I will do) and effectiveness....(which my Mrs will do).. Very Happy


LOL - Great - please post pics.. 57 RRS | TDV8 HSE | Java Black | Black Interior | Side Steps | 20" Alloys
Bought in Januray 2010. Colour Coded Car with Forum Members Help.

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Post #258742 Tue Mar 09 2010 11:51am
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RAD



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Scotland 2009 Range Rover Sport TDV8 HSE Stornoway Grey

So, I've spent hours over a hot tyre fitter getting the facts for everybody. Its ok, don't applaud, its all in a days work.....'Bow down'

Anyway, in the interest of science and removing bullsh*t, I had all the wheels taken off the vehicle, which is unnecessary, but thought I would check if it messed with the before fitting and after fitting balancing, which it doesn't seem to have done.

The material used is a hard plastic, which once in place on the wheel is not going anywhere, however, you have to be spot on when cutting the correct length, if its just a fraction too long it causes a bulge in the protector......which if you cut short obviously won't be a problem but looks unsightly and I assume the gap will trap dirt.

We used cutters to get to nearly the correct length then a Stanley knife (cuts the plastic without a problem) for the fine tuning.

You simply tap the protection strip onto the wheel, it really is just a soft tap, nothing macho needed for a solid fit. 'Shocked'

Blow the tyre up and here's the best bit, if you have already damaged the rims, it covers up the unsightly marks, assuming they're on the outer edge.

For the money (I trust Alloy Gator are going to give us a 'club' discount) they're an excellent way of getting rid of unsightly 'my wife did it, honestly' blemishes and giving future 'kerb' protection.

If they get damaged, simply buy more.........its a lot cheaper than a new rim/tyre.

Visually, if you didn't know what you were looking for, assuming you buy them in black and not some gang colour, you would be hard pressed to know they were there.

So, seems to do exactly what's written on the tin..........for the investment its a huge saving on damaging a rim and I don't really see a down side! 'Thumbs Up'

If you replace tyres, I assume you can re-use the protector, but again for the money, why not buy a fresh set so you have always got a spare?

Hope that helps............enough of the applause, take the rest of the day off!'Cool'





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Bigby



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United Kingdom 2010 Range Rover Sport 3.0 TDV6 HSE Stornoway Grey

Thanks RAD. Looking forward to the photos. 2010MY HSE 3.0 TDV6. Stornoway Grey/Ivory. Extended leather, winter pack.

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