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Balancing tires is the process of adjusting your tire set. It ensures that the weight is evenly distributed around the entire circumference of the unit. Common features of unbalanced tires include uneven and rapid tread wear, poor fuel economy, and vibration in the steering wheel, floorboard, or seat that worsens at high speeds.
When all areas of the wheel-tire assembly are as equal in weight as possible, the tire will rotate smoothly. This helps it wear evenly for the longest possible lifespan. A balanced ride also contributes to comfort: unbalanced tires will shake or bounce up and down, causing vibration. If the front tires are not properly adjusted, you will experience vibrations in the steering wheel. If the problem is in the rear, the vibration will be noticeable in the seat or floor.
Unbalanced tires can be easily fixed, but the job is precise. It is done by attaching a small weight of just fractions of an ounce to the wheel.
How can you tell if your car needs balancing? Here are some signs:
Vibration:
If steering wheel vibrations bother you, you definitely have a wheel balance issue. The vibrations can be so severe that you feel them throughout the car, expecting them when you put your foot on the gas pedal for more speed.
Also, if you can’t let go of the steering wheel for even a moment without stopping the car, you definitely have wheel balance problems. When the vibrations on the steering wheel are very severe, it means the front tires are unbalanced. However, if the vibration is concentrated in the rear seat, the rear tires are unbalanced.
Tire noise:
In addition to the vibrations, drivers are more annoyed by the funny noises and sounds of unbalanced tires that weren’t there before. If you start hearing a hum or buzz accompanied by vibration, it may be a sign of unbalanced tires. If the sound of the unbalanced tire becomes more pronounced during acceleration, it means you definitely have a tire adjustment problem.
Worn tires
This is not really a sign; it’s a clue that you’re looking down! Worn tires are evidence that worn tires are likely a sign of unbalanced tires. Normally balanced tires start to wear from the tread. However, when the tire is unbalanced, it locks onto the edges, stopping the driving experience. Uneven tires are a sure sign that the tires are unbalanced.
New tires:
When buying new tires from a local tire shop, always balance these tires before installation. They can look perfect and properly balanced. However, there are small weight changes around their margin that need to be corrected by wheel balancing. The rim should also be checked for any changes that may cause the tire to become unbalanced.
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