Hartge Reps Question

Matt_UKTX · 02-11-2006, 08:49 PM

I recently purchased a set of Hartge Reps from Mike at **********s. Overall, I'm delighted with the quality of the rims and how they look on the car, however I have one technical question that I'm hoping someone can answer.

Around the edge of the rim, there are several small chrome bolts. Upon close inspection, one or two of these stick out and don't sit flush. I tried tightening them with a Torx wrench, but had no luck. It seemed like the bolts were too big for the size 40 and too small for a 45.

Can anyone tell me what tool I need to use to fix this issue, or are the bolts non adjustable in which case I need to get Mike to send me a new wheel?

I've attached a pic to illustrate...

Thanks,
Matt.

HRC · 02-13-2006, 02:47 PM

Matt,

I'm not sure because your wheel is a one piece design, but you should be able to screw the bolt(s) in further. Maybe there is a special torx-type driver used for wheel rivits?

I would ask Mike at Modbargins if they can be tightened or maybe exchange the rim in question(PIA, I know!).

Good Luck!
Danny

creativeautoworks · 02-13-2006, 09:46 PM

For the most part, those rivets are all show, and are mostlikely plastic. If they are in fact plastic, then they are just wedged in, so just tap them in.

Matt_UKTX · 02-13-2006, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by creativeautoworks

For the most part, those rivets are all show, and are mostlikely plastic. If they are in fact plastic, then they are just wedged in, so just tap them in.

Awesome. I tapped it and it works. They are in fact "all show". I also get Gideon at Velocity Motoring (the manufacturer) to send me some replacement rivets in case one comes loose down the road.

Great wheels - I love them !!!

creativeautoworks · 02-14-2006, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt_330i

Awesome. I tapped it and it works. They are in fact "all show". I also get Gideon at Velocity Motoring (the manufacturer) to send me some replacement rivets in case one comes loose down the road.

Great wheels - I love them !!!

Glad it worked out for you!

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Matt_UKTX Second Lieutenant 23 Rep 297 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35d Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	Hartge Reps Question I recently purchased a set of Hartge Reps from Mike at **********s. Overall, I'm delighted with the quality of the rims and how they look on the car, however I have one technical question that I'm hoping someone can answer. Around the edge of the rim, there are several small chrome bolts. Upon close inspection, one or two of these stick out and don't sit flush. I tried tightening them with a Torx wrench, but had no luck. It seemed like the bolts were too big for the size 40 and too small for a 45. Can anyone tell me what tool I need to use to fix this issue, or are the bolts non adjustable in which case I need to get Mike to send me a new wheel? I've attached a pic to illustrate... Thanks, Matt. Attached Images
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HRC MAUI BUILT 485 Rep 7,781 Posts Drives: 2006 330i MT Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NORCAL iTrader: (10) Garage List 2002 E46 325i [0.00] 2012 E70 35i [0.00]	Matt, I'm not sure because your wheel is a one piece design, but you should be able to screw the bolt(s) in further. Maybe there is a special torx-type driver used for wheel rivits? I would ask Mike at Modbargins if they can be tightened or maybe exchange the rim in question(PIA, I know!). Good Luck! Danny __________________ Arctic/Blk Leather/Alum.Trim/MT/ZSP/Sunshades/Blk Lines/M3 Illuminated Knob/Alcantara Performance Wheel/M-E-Brake Handle/Euro Fog Switch/Koni Yellows/H&R Sport Springs/19" VMR V718's w/PS2 Tires/M-Tech Body Kit/Carbon Fiber Spoiler/Bimmian Interior Bulbs/OEM Eye Glass Tray/SSK/Alcantara Boot/Split Armrest/OEM Dual Rear Power Outlets/Rear Ashtray Delete/OEM Alum. Pedals/Osram 6000K/Brex Rings/LED Side Markers/BMS Power Box
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creativeautoworks 29 Rep 392 Posts Drives: Ibis White 2007 Audi A4 S-Line Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (4)	For the most part, those rivets are all show, and are mostlikely plastic. If they are in fact plastic, then they are just wedged in, so just tap them in.
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