In recent years, my '01 wheels have developed what looks like blisters which, when scratched away, reveal base material corroding slightly to some chalky substance. Anyone know what's going on here ? ...
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17 years ago
Road Wheel Coating ?
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17 years ago
Yes. Someone was smoking in the plating room.
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17 years ago
The UK Classic Prius' aluminum alloy wheels are well known for having a bit of corrosion (replaced under their 5 year/60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty). Photos (if you are a member of the Prius-UK yahoogroup) are available at:
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I think I've seen this also on my US 2001 and my mother's US 2002 Prius here in New England. I haven't gotten around to posting photos yet.
Here are some links regarding alloy wheel corrosion:
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