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09-27-2017, 02:35 PM | #1 |
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Bogart wheel cracked again!
I went out to unload my Drag Pak today and the left front tire was flat. After airing it up I rolled it out before it went flat again, pulled the wheel and tire and discovered two 8-10 inch long cracks on the inside of the wheel. I always check them while I'm checking tire pressure but this was inside the wheel and couldn't be seen on the car. This is the second time my Bogart wheels have cracked, last time I lost the tire coming of the track. No more Bogart wheels for me but it is a good reminder to keep a close eye on your equipment. This would have caused a serious accident if it came apart going down the track.
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09-27-2017, 04:17 PM | #2 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
is the aluminum cracking or the welds?
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09-27-2017, 04:25 PM | #3 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
The aluminum.
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09-27-2017, 05:01 PM | #4 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
Thanks for the heads-up. I know that their not the only company that's had problems with cracked wheels. I think it all goes back to us racers continually wanting lighter & faster.
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09-27-2017, 05:10 PM | #5 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
Would forged one piece front wheels be a better choice?
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09-27-2017, 06:27 PM | #6 |
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09-27-2017, 06:30 PM | #7 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
One brand of racing wheels that is overlooked and of great quality is Lindsay Racing Products in Peoria, Arizona.
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09-27-2017, 06:47 PM | #8 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
No, last time I sent them back and they put thicker inner and outer hoops on, apparently still not strong enough. No sense in spending more money with Bogart. They make a nice light wheel but I don't want to keep taking chances.
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09-27-2017, 07:09 PM | #9 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
thanks for the update I guess these should be used only on lighter combos
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09-27-2017, 10:40 PM | #10 |
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Re: Bogart wheel cracked again!
How fast do you drive around corners??
I have seen cars exiting the shut down area at speeds that scare me. Side loading causes the wheel to flex and flex causes work hardening which leads to cracks.. I know how heavy my car is and I baby it around corners.. Just sayin'
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