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Aluminum wheels
Aluminum wheels (sometimes called alloy wheels) are built with a blend of aluminum and nickel. The majority of wheels today are cast aluminum alloy, meaning they’re made by pouring molten aluminum into a mold. They are lightweight but strong, withstand heat well and are generally more attractive than steel wheels.The difference between aluminum and alloy wheels is quite confusing to a few, but in fact, an alloy is just shorter, and used as an alternate word for aluminum wheels. … Cast wheels are cheaper than forged wheels, which are lighter and stronger. Aluminum or alloy wheels are also popular for cosmetic purposes.When wheels were primarily steel, people would commonly attempt to repair damaged wheels by pounding them with a hammer. … Don’t try to straighten aluminum wheels at home! Unless you have the proper equipment, you can end up with irreparably damaged aluminum wheels that cannot be fixed.
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