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Corroding stock rims
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Corroding stock rims
2019 F350 Lariat DRW
Just wondering if the rims on the 2024 are still corroding, or has Ford fixed the problem? I have to replace 3 of my rims because they leak so bad, presumably from the corrosion. I see 2024 take-offs for sale and am wondering if I should buy them. I don’t want to if Ford hasn’t fixed the corrosion issue yet.
Just wondering if the rims on the 2024 are still corroding, or has Ford fixed the problem? I have to replace 3 of my rims because they leak so bad, presumably from the corrosion. I see 2024 take-offs for sale and am wondering if I should buy them. I don’t want to if Ford hasn’t fixed the corrosion issue yet.
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I would think corrosion issues come from the environment the wheels are used in. If you're in a high-salt area and the finish on your rims gets damaged, they'll corrode.
That said, if your rims are leaking, that's on whoever installed your tires - they're supposed to make sure all sealing surfaces are in good shape before installing tires/valve stems. I've never had an alloy wheel leak, even ones that were corroded beyond belief. Rusty steel ones, however, I have had bad luck with.
That said, if your rims are leaking, that's on whoever installed your tires - they're supposed to make sure all sealing surfaces are in good shape before installing tires/valve stems. I've never had an alloy wheel leak, even ones that were corroded beyond belief. Rusty steel ones, however, I have had bad luck with.
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2019 F350 Lariat DRW
Just wondering if the rims on the 2024 are still corroding, or has Ford fixed the problem? I have to replace 3 of my rims because they leak so bad, presumably from the corrosion. I see 2024 take-offs for sale and am wondering if I should buy them. I don’t want to if Ford hasn’t fixed the corrosion issue yet.
Just wondering if the rims on the 2024 are still corroding, or has Ford fixed the problem? I have to replace 3 of my rims because they leak so bad, presumably from the corrosion. I see 2024 take-offs for sale and am wondering if I should buy them. I don’t want to if Ford hasn’t fixed the corrosion issue yet.
I do NOT like alloy wheels. The only benefit is they are lighter.
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I do NOT like alloy wheels. The only benefit is they are lighter.[/QUOTE]
and they run truer making the tires last a little longer,
as to the corrosion there's not a single brand that doesn't suffer the same issue. all we could do was sand the bead area apply bead sealer and send them down the road , if the rim locked to the hub, we sanded the rim and hub, applied never seize to the hub before reinstalling the wheel ,
I do NOT like alloy wheels. The only benefit is they are lighter.[/QUOTE]
and they run truer making the tires last a little longer,
as to the corrosion there's not a single brand that doesn't suffer the same issue. all we could do was sand the bead area apply bead sealer and send them down the road , if the rim locked to the hub, we sanded the rim and hub, applied never seize to the hub before reinstalling the wheel ,
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and they run truer making the tires last a little longer,
as to the corrosion there's not a single brand that doesn't suffer the same issue. all we could do was sand the bead area apply bead sealer and send them down the road , if the rim locked to the hub, we sanded the rim and hub, applied never seize to the hub before reinstalling the wheel ,
as to the corrosion there's not a single brand that doesn't suffer the same issue. all we could do was sand the bead area apply bead sealer and send them down the road , if the rim locked to the hub, we sanded the rim and hub, applied never seize to the hub before reinstalling the wheel ,
I don't sand the bead area, I used a scotch brite buffing pad that shines them nicely. Then messy, pain in the backside sealer.
Always wear a dust mask when cleaning the beads.
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Guessing you have the aluminum alloy wheels? They are great at corroding and leaking...especially if clamp on weights are used. I don't believe it's strictly environmental either. I have a Ford car that I remove the factory wheels in fall to install snow tires with aftermarket wheels. The factory wheels corrode enough to leak before the tires are worn out even though they've never been in salt.
I do NOT like alloy wheels. The only benefit is they are lighter.
I do NOT like alloy wheels. The only benefit is they are lighter.
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I have a 2018 DRW bought new. Ford replaced 4 wheels under warranty when the truck was about 2 years old due to corrosion around valve stems causing air leaks. I just attempted to have the wheels replaced again for the same reason. Ford refused to replace them and said they will only replace them for leaking around the valve stems one time NICE. Known problem that Ford refuses to stand behind. To my knowledge only affects DRW trucks. I have had several ford trucks dating back to a 1979 all bought new, 1 other DRW 2003 no problem with the wheels. When they went to the china junk the problem started. Below is the fix according to Ford. Dealer did mine after my last go around attempting to get wheels replaced. Wheels are still corroding but haven't started leaking YET. None of the geniuses at Ford were educated in our wonderful collages about electrolysis when mixing stainless steel with aluminum. Rubber Valve Stem part # WITH FULL TPMS CAPABILITY:F2GZ 1700 D,
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 – Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 vehicles equipped with Systems ( ) may exhibit a leak at the valve stem.
I would hope if you used the rubber valve stems with a non-corroded set of wheels you might be ok. GOOD LUCK
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 – Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 vehicles equipped with Systems ( ) may exhibit a leak at the valve stem.
I would hope if you used the rubber valve stems with a non-corroded set of wheels you might be ok. GOOD LUCK
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Mountain Pass
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Don't know why all the links to Amazon, Hopefully all cleaned up below.
Rubber Valve Stem part # WITH FULL TPMS CAPABILITY:F2GZ 1700 D,
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 F-Super Duty – Tire Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) may exhibit a leak at the tire valve stem.
Rubber Valve Stem part # WITH FULL TPMS CAPABILITY:F2GZ 1700 D,
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 F-Super Duty – Tire Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) may exhibit a leak at the tire valve stem.
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BTW, i was a audi/vw/toyota service manager , alloys will always corroid .
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Don't know why all the links to Amazon, Hopefully all cleaned up below.
Rubber Valve Stem part # WITH FULL TPMS CAPABILITY:F2GZ 1700 D,
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 F-Super Duty – Tire Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) may exhibit a leak at the tire valve stem.
Rubber Valve Stem part # WITH FULL TPMS CAPABILITY:F2GZ 1700 D,
Updated FR3Z 1700 C valve assy
(Original) Steel Valve Stem part # which is causing the corrosion issue: FR3Z 1700 C
SSM 47326 – 2017-2018 F-Super Duty – Tire Valve Stem Leak – Valve Stem Service Kit Available
Some 2017-2018 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) may exhibit a leak at the tire valve stem.
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The rubber stem fixed mine. Didn’t require any prep, but it was only one rim and not too bad.
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I had one that leaked on my '17 F350 DRW. Driver's side rear. Dealer ordered me a new wheel after a hundred buck deductable and no more problems. Had the TPMS system on the truck. Had corrosion at the base of the valve stem where it met the wheel.
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