Replacement alloys, Bellone or Aphrodite ?

[dstewart01]

It look like I may be getting replacement alloys after my Bellones corroded. Unless I say/ask otherwise the replacements will be Bellones but I'm fearful the new ones will simply go the same way within a year or two. Does anyone know if the 'Aphrodite' ones are less vulnerable to corrosion ? If so it may be worth my while asking if they'll entertain them as a replacement wheel type instead, (tho don't know if the cost is different)

[Shiro]

It look like I may be getting replacement alloys after my Bellones corroded. Unless I say/ask otherwise the replacements will be Bellones but I'm fearful the new ones will simply go the same way within a year or two. Does anyone know if the 'Aphrodite' ones are less vulnerable to corrosion ? If so it may be worth my while asking if they'll entertain them as a replacement wheel type instead, (tho don't know if the cost is different)

Original Citroen alloys costs alot, so I would recommend after market wheels, Sparco is cheap and looking good

[dstewart01]

Original Citroen alloys costs alot, so I would recommend after market wheels, Sparco is cheap and looking good

Reason I'm asking is regarding potential dealership warranty replacement.

Have seen that the Aphrodite also comes in gloss black (ie wheel is all black). Figuring that having a paint coat all over the wheel, rather than just lacquer alone in places on the Bellone, will be bit more resilient to corrosion.

[BenS]

Is refurbishment an option?

[StevenRB45]

I can say from bitter experience...Aphrodite are terrible.

[dstewart01]

[QUOTE=StevenRB45;240729]I can say from bitter experience...Aphrodite are terrible.[/QUOTE
Terrible for corrosion I assume you mean. Which begs question do Citroen make an alloy for the ds3 which doesn't corrode!!

[StevenRB45]

Unfortunately anything with a "diamond cut" finish seems to be vulnerable to our roads. It's not just a Citroen issue but basically the only standard none diamond turned alloy I can think of is this. Which was standard equipment on old d styles.

[Markymark]

Let Citroen refurb them under warranty then if the go again in a few years have them powder coated what ever colour you want yourself will be a lot harder wearing then

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