Leightons LV-2 - Alloy condition question?

[BlayneKinley]

Afternoon all,

I haven't emailed Leightons yet as I was after a little bit of advice from people that will know more about this subject than myself.

I have purchased a brand new set of Leighton LV-2 alloy wheels in gunmetal grey with polished faces which I am over the moon with. When unpackaging the wheels I have noticed a mark which I am happy to live with but on reflection I am quizzing if this is early stages of 'worming' on the polished faces and if I should enquire about a replacement alloy as I would like to avoid this getting worse further down the line.

The wheels will be receiving a Gtechniq C5 wheel armour coating when it arrives but does this help avoid worming as well as preventing it from getting worse? Unsure if I can leave this alloy as is or if it should be replaced due to early signs of 'worming'?

For reference the alloys are 4 weeks old now and have only travelled 30 miles - this image was taken on the day I unpackaged them on arrival.

May thanks for any advice on the subject.

 

[Eli]

I would speak to LV and get an exchange. Wheels cost a lot and anything other than perfect won’t do. You work hard for your money

 

[moomin-j]

Afternoon all,

I haven't emailed Leightons yet as I was after a little bit of advice from people that will know more about this subject than myself.

I have purchased a brand new set of Leighton LV-2 alloy wheels in gunmetal grey with polished faces which I am over the moon with. When unpackaging the wheels I have noticed a mark which I am happy to live with but on reflection I am quizzing if this is early stages of 'worming' on the polished faces and if I should enquire about a replacement alloy as I would like to avoid this getting worse further down the line.

The wheels will be receiving a Gtechniq C5 wheel armour coating when it arrives but does this help avoid worming as well as preventing it from getting worse? Unsure if I can leave this alloy as is or if it should be replaced due to early signs of 'worming'?

For reference the alloys are 4 weeks old now and have only travelled 30 miles - this image was taken on the day I unpackaged them on arrival.

May thanks for any advice on the subject.

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That looks like the lacquer is scratched and if it is, then as soon as winter salty water hits it, it will lead to worming very quickly.
As a "get out of jail card" Leighton may suggest the wheel face was caught with a socket when fitting on to the hub.
Certainly worth an email to them though - you've got nothing to lose and everything to gain...

As good looking as they are new, I don't think I've ever seen a set of polished faced rims last more than a couple of UK winters without some worming.

Good Luck

 

[BlayneKinley]

Thanks for your comments guys.

I’ve dropped Leighton's an email, this alloy is the worst but 3 of 4 are marked. All around the centre caps so possibly when the centre caps were installed at Leighton's they’ve been marked.

I can definitely hand on heart say a socket was well clear of the wheels upon fitting, ensuring an extension was used to keep well clear of marks, but that is a fair point.

 

[DCC]

Get LV to collect them and send a fresh set out with no damage.
This type of thing really annoys me why company’s think they can get away with sending out parts that are less than 100% perfect consider they are sold as brand new.
It would be a little different if they were to make you aware of the damage and at least offer them to you at a reduced price.

 

[BlayneKinley]

Thanks for all your advice.

5* on the customer service from Leighton’s. They’re going to replace all 4 wheels for a brand new set! What more could you ask for.

 

[DCC]

Thanks for all your advice.

5* on the customer service from Leighton’s. They’re going to replace all 4 wheels for a brand new set! What more could you ask for.

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