BMW 179 borbet rims.

[wilsbrough]

I have got hold of a set of these alloys. here's a link if you need to see them. http://www.alloywheelsdirect.net/bmw_al ... wheel_1045

The alloys are not kerbed however underneath the laquer on the rim it is pretty badly discolored/reaction going on so was considering a refurb. Does anyone know if these are two piece? If so, what is the best way to removing the bolts? been soaking in wd and they wont budge.....

Thanks.

[RBROWN]

I have Borbet winter wheels on my wife's 1 series.

They are hard to get off - assuming you have taken bolts off and they are stuck on solid?

If so, try rotating the wheel when in jack - if that doesn't work, rubber mallet may be required. It may take some hammering! And then add some copper grease to the hub when you put it back on.

Good luck!

[X5Sport]

Split rim bolts are not generally highly torqued.  They look like split rim but may be just drop forged and not split.  The bolts will have been threadlocked though.

[wilsbrough]

Still trying to get the actual bolts off. Worried about shearing them.....