Assembly of spring tires: we balance the wheels correctly and do not argue with the masters
April 5, 2023
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The damn sound of scraping studded asphalt, which had already drilled a hole in my head, is finally a thing of the past. A few more strokes of
The damn sound of scraping studded asphalt, which had already drilled a hole in my head, is finally a thing of the past. A few more strokes of the “master” – and jump on light and quiet summer tires. Get behind the wheel, drive a few feet away from the tire shop and feel a strange thump in the wheel. Where did it come from and why? The answers to these questions are contained in the material of the AvtoVzglyad portal.
Nobody waits for spring like car owners. During the winter you have time to miss the summer lovemaking, when the speeds are higher and the car warms up faster. And no brushes to clean the car from snow! Also quiet tyres. Look at the drivers in the tire shop – they smile and give money. However, the transition to the summer kit is not always smooth: sometimes the wheels begin to “beat” – so much so that it is simply impossible to continue.
There can be many reasons for this, but the most common is a mediocre installation. Namely – the failure of balancing. Most car owners store tires incorrectly, they get caked in half a year, and many wheel discs need to be adjusted. So “stretch the tires, screw the wheels in place and don’t have to f*ck me here, I’ve been driving for 300 years” – the approach is fundamentally wrong.
While balancing the wheel, the master sees both the condition of the disc and the geometry of the tire. Theoretically, almost any distortion imperceptible to the eye can be pulled out. Worst case scenario, roll it in there, add sealant and let that “last season” go.
And make sure that the master did not forget to clean the seats on both sides with a brush before putting the disc back on the hub. The buildup of rust, dirt and other “tarnish” greatly hinders a good fit. As a result, the steering wheel becomes skewed and you cannot move comfortably even at city speeds. Let’s not talk about the route at all.
So when you arrive for a seasonal “shoe change”, do not forget to say hello to the master, clarify about wheel balancing and ask to clean the hub with the disc. By the way, you can also think about copper grease – so that the mechanic understands that he is in front of a really knowledgeable person who intends to leave the season without unnecessary problems. All this with a high degree of probability saves not only beating in the wheels, but also from “divorces” for money.
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Nobody waits for spring like car owners. During the winter you have time to miss the summer lovemaking, when the speeds are higher and the car warms up faster. And no brushes to clean the car from snow! Also quiet tyres. Look at the drivers in the tire shop – they smile and give money. However, the transition to the summer kit is not always smooth: sometimes the wheels begin to “beat” – so much so that it is simply impossible to continue.
There can be many reasons for this, but the most common is a mediocre installation. Namely – the failure of balancing. Most car owners store tires incorrectly, they become caked within half a year, and many wheel discs require machining. So “stretch the tires, screw the wheels in place and don’t have to f*ck me here, I’ve been driving for 300 years” – the approach is fundamentally wrong.
While balancing the wheel, the master sees both the condition of the disc and the geometry of the tire. Theoretically, almost any distortion imperceptible to the eye can be pulled out. Worst case scenario, roll it in there, add sealant and let that “last season” go.
And make sure that the master did not forget to clean the seats on both sides with a brush before putting the disc back on the hub. The buildup of rust, dirt and other “tarnish” greatly hinders a good fit. As a result, the steering wheel becomes skewed and you cannot move comfortably even at city speeds. Let’s not talk about the route at all.
So when you arrive for a seasonal “shoe change”, do not forget to say hello to the master, clarify about wheel balancing and ask to clean the hub with the disc. By the way, you can also think about copper grease – so that the mechanic understands that he is in front of a really knowledgeable person who intends to leave the season without unnecessary problems. All this with a high degree of probability saves not only beating in the wheels, but also from “divorces” for money.
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.