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Old 12-12-10, 01:01 AM   #11
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http://www.motoliner.com/

these guys maybe able to help
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Old 12-12-10, 08:43 AM   #12
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All depends on how bad it is. Personally I would be looking at a new rim if its anything other than a few mm out.
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Old 12-12-10, 10:36 AM   #13
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All depends on how bad it is. Personally I would be looking at a new rim if its anything other than a few mm out.
+1 I wouldn't risk that rim.

theres a good chance that its twisted on around the axle aswel.

For the cost of a good scrap rim (or a dealer clearing new spares) i'd change it
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Motoliner as advised above. Very good guys with a good postal service and very trustworthy.
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