Wheel Balancing
Ever felt a vibration in your steering wheel at certain speeds? That could be a sign your wheels need balancing! Wheel balancing is a crucial service that ensures your wheels and tires spin smoothly, leading to a comfortable ride, even tire wear, and ultimately, saving you money.
What is Wheel Balancing?
Whenever a new tire is installed, or even after some time of use, the weight distribution within the wheel and tire assembly can become uneven. Wheel alignment corrects this by adding small weights to specific points on the rim. This counteracts any imbalances, ensuring the wheel spins uniformly.
Why Is Wheel Balancing Important?
An unbalanced wheel can cause a number of problems:
Benefits of Wheel Alignment:
Wheel Balancing Near Me:
Wheel balancing is a service we offer at Streamline Tyres at many of our spaces. If you have observed steering problems, tire wear, or vibrations, or if you sense a “pull out of the wheel,” you can find our specialists nearby by browsing service regions.
How Do I Know If I Need Wheel Balancing?
When a vehicle is out of balance, it can only be felt at specific speeds that correspond to the natural vibration frequencies of the suspension components and body of the vehicle. Here are some signs that you need proper wheel balancing:
Vibrations:
The steering wheel vibrating while you’re driving is one of the most obvious symptoms that your wheels are out of balance. Of course, there are other potential causes for your car to sway, but imbalanced wheels are usually to blame if your steering begins to shake at speeds of 50 to 55 mph and gets worse at 60 to 65 mph before going away at higher speeds.
Uneven Or Excessive Treadwear:
Searching for indications of uneven or excessive tread wear may be one of the simplest methods to spot a wheel balancing issue. Uneven tread wear will be seen as one worn-out section of the tire tread. We would anticipate that the treads will wear uniformly throughout the breadth and around the circle of balanced tires. Unbalanced wheels are present when just a small portion of the tire tread is worn while the rest appears to be in good shape.
You would anticipate seeing the entire circumference of the tyre in contact with the road if you were to stand in front of the vehicle from a few feet away and look at the front tires. The wheel balancing is not properly done if one side appears to be somewhat higher than the other. The vibration will be felt when the tires rotate fast due to the uneven motion, which will also hasten tyre tread degradation.
When to Schedule Wheel Balancing for a Safe and Smooth Ride
Here’s a breakdown of key situations to consider wheel balancing:
Why Streamline Tyres is Your Trusted Choice for Wheel Alignment and Wheel Balancing
Looking for a reliable and expert wheel balancing service provider? Look no further than Streamline Tyres! We’re the top choice for drivers across the UK (including Kingston, Putney, Brixton, Lewisham, and many more!) thanks to our commitment to:
More Than Just Balancing:
Streamline Tyres isn’t just about wheel balancing. We’re your one-stop shop for all your tire needs:
Ready for a Smooth Ride?
Contact Streamline Tyres today! We’ll get your wheels perfectly balanced, ensuring a safe and enjoyable driving experience.
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