Wheel Balancing

If you don't know much or anything about vehicles, you wouldn't know the term 'wheel balancing'.

Wheel balancing, basically means the weight is distributed equally around the wheel and that the tyre rotates evenly. For this to happen, it involves adding small balancing weights to the rim which counter weight inconsistencies. If an imbalance towards one side of the wheel is identified, zinc balance weights are added to the opposite side to even out the distribution of weight.

The machine in our vans, shows and tells us if the wheel is unbalanced and if so, we add small, light weights to the inside of the wheel, until it is even, as shown in the photograph.

If the wheels are not correctly balanced you may start to experience a vibration that is felt through the steering wheel when driving above a certain speed which over time can cause discomfort. Balance issues can also cause wearing on your suspension, steering components and premature tyre wear.

So you can see why it's important that your tyres have the correct wheel balance, or it will cause problems and long term damage in the future.