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Originally Posted by MAG
The Model A Differential employs a 3/4 floating axle. The weight of the vehicle is carried by the bearing surface on the axle housing on which the bearing in the hub runs. The axle provides the turning power for the wheel. While a bent wheel is not ideal it should cause no excessive or dangerous load on the axle. JMO.
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True the weight of the car is on the bearing but a bent rim is equivalent to someone pushing and pulling at the edge of the tire in and out perpendicular to the car thus pushing and pulling the axle in and out ever so lightly in a circular fashion. If you've ever seen a more modern pickup with a bent rear wheel at low speeds you can see the whole bed shake left and right.
So yea a bent rim is not ideal and it may outlast the car not causing any damage but to instill confidence its probably best to source another rim or straighten it.