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Alloy Gators

Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2018 3:11 pm
by BeavistheCat
Just had a set of Alloy Gators fitted. Went for the new "Exclusive" ones. Was informed by the fitter that in all probability that these will be the default going forward.
I cannot, at this stage speak for their efficacy. Literally they have been up the drive and back just to park the car. However, they look OK, and in my mind, in Black, do not detract too much from the overall appearance ( in fact, with 20 inch V's, they actually make the car look like it has tyres rather than running on rims).
See what you think.

BTW, not planning on testing them out, and even if you said you had a brand new set of V's, wouldn't be interested. They are there just in case.
LH Rear with Agator.jpg
Rear at distance
From a distance, does not seem immediately obvious.
RH Front Wide Agator.jpg
Front as an observer
Again, walking past you probably would not notice
RH Front Agator.jpg
Front up closer
Up close you certainly would. If you really looked close you would see that there was a gap between the nylon and the rim.
The manufacturer does not recommend you fit to diamond cut alloys, as it can lift the lacquer and lead to corrosion. Bit like hitting a curb, I guess. Me? I will take being careful with cleaning the wheels with soap and water over a rash, thank you.

Will let you know how I get on (and whether the car gets a 50 Shades lashing if/when the glue lets go).
TC

Re: Alloy Gators

Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2018 4:26 pm
by daytonamart
I think they look fine, I've seen the opposing coloured ones and they look tacky to me.

Got to be worth it especially your wife is a kerb finder.

Re: Alloy Gators

Posted: Sun Jun 24, 2018 10:02 am
by jml3p
Hi TC,
Are yours diamond cut?
May i ask the price too?
Regards,
Jonny

Re: Alloy Gators

Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2018 9:28 am
by BeavistheCat
Jonny, yes they are Diamond cut. They have also been 'furbed at some point in the past, so pretty sure at some point the lacquer will be a problem. I will just have to keep my eye on them.
Cheers, TC

Re: Alloy Gators

Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2018 9:29 am
by BeavistheCat
Oh, and they were £130 fitted at home (or work).

Re: Alloy Gators

Posted: Mon Jun 25, 2018 10:44 am
by jml3p
Hi TC,

Thanks for the info.
Forgot to say how lovely your car looks.
Cheers,
Jonny