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If it helps I had a wheel welded just like yours years ago on the wife's B200. The garage said it was due to hitting a pot hole with low profile tyres and not uncommon. The wheel has performed perfectly since welded, does not leak or wobble, but is mentioned on advisories when MOT'd, this may effect the resale if not replaced.
The marks on the disc are cosmetic and caused by harsh alloy wheel cleaners, they will disappear after a few miles.
 
Advisory: I know nothing about welding.

I believe it’s common practice to leave welds standing proud on the inside of the wheel (for strength), but to grind it down on the outside, and so wouldn’t be noticeable to an MOT tester.

However if the repair is on the edge, and only accessible from one direction then they may need to leave the weld standing proud, and not grinding back.
 
Bobby Dazzler said:
Advisory: I know nothing about welding.

I believe it’s common practice to leave welds standing proud on the inside of the wheel (for strength), but to grind it down on the outside, and so wouldn’t be noticeable to an MOT tester.

However if the repair is on the edge, and only accessible from one direction then they may need to leave the weld standing proud, and not grinding back.
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I worked in the aircraft industry, we welded lots of different alloys, provided the crack has been ground away in a vee and cleaned there should be no issues, the weld indeed is left proud to maintain strength.
 
geoffus said:
If it helps I had a wheel welded just like yours years ago on the wife's B200. The garage said it was due to hitting a pot hole with low profile tyres and not uncommon. The wheel has performed perfectly since welded, does not leak or wobble, but is mentioned on advisories when MOT'd, this may effect the resale if not replaced.
The marks on the disc are cosmetic and caused by harsh alloy wheel cleaners, they will disappear after a few miles.
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Yes, I understand that it’s common practice. And as @Bobby Dazzler eluded to early on in this thread if it’s done properly then it’s stronger than the alloy itself. However, the strength of the weld can only be found with an X-ray?
 
Just curious but how do I obtain the part number for this Alloy (just by removing it (again)) and am I best asking for a price from local MD dealer or is there a website?
 
rf065 said:
Not if you know of a good pothole to test it?
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I hear what ya saying Russ nudge nudge wink wink 😁

But knowing my luck it’d stay in tact and the rear wheel would crack/buckle. 🤪
 
Happytalk73 said:
Yes, I understand that it’s common practice. And as @Bobby Dazzler eluded to early on in this thread if it’s done properly then it’s stronger than the alloy itself. However, the strength of the weld can only be found with an X-ray?
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Alloys by definition are made for lightness and to be cosmetic, strength is not their biggest virtue. Unless you know a friendly dentist, I imagine it would be difficult to have them X ray'd. I think damaged and cracked alloy wheels are the norm now and repairs are safe and easy to do.
 
Happytalk73 said:
Just curious but how do I obtain the part number for this Alloy (just by removing it (again)) and am I best asking for a price from local MD dealer or is there a website?
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Mercedes alloys from Alloy Wheels Direct

Mercedes alloys from Alloy Wheels Direct Mercedes alloy wheels. Fast Worldwide Shipping, Free UK Shipping on order over £100
www.alloywheelsdirect.net www.alloywheelsdirect.net
 
geoffus said:
Alloys by definition are made for lightness and to be cosmetic, strength is not their biggest virtue. Unless you know a friendly dentist, I imagine it would be difficult to have them X ray'd. I think damaged and cracked alloy wheels are the norm now and repairs are safe and easy to do.
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Thanks for that. Reassuring.

Never heard of a ‘friendly dentist’ though. Mine is a masochist. 😑
 
Happytalk73 said:
Just curious but how do I obtain the part number for this Alloy (just by removing it (again)) and am I best asking for a price from local MD dealer or is there a website?
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A20540113007

19" AMG 14 Spoke wheels in 7X23 High Sheen with Gloss Black - Alloy Wheels Direct (3885351)

Genuine 19" AMG 14 Spoke wheels in 7X23 High Sheen with Gloss Black for your Mercedes C Class S205 Estate. Quick Delivery from Alloy Wheels Direct (Part No. A20540113007X23 & A20540114007X23)
www.alloywheelsdirect.net www.alloywheelsdirect.net
£730 for a new front wheel from the above supplier 👍
 
Lennox said:
I think you should just go the full hog.....

www.ebay.co.uk

WL 15" Teddy Bear Style alloys fits MX5 VW POLO LUPO CIVIC MR2 MINI 4x100/4x114 | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WL 15" Teddy Bear Style alloys fits MX5 VW POLO LUPO CIVIC MR2 MINI 4x100/4x114 at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!
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Ordered along with a pink MR2 import ✅
 
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