Wheel Spacers: Must They Come Off When Balancing a Tire? Expert Insights and Effects
To balance a tire correctly, you must remove the wheel spacers. They can cause or increase wheel imbalance. Clean the hub and both surfaces of the spacers before reinstalling. After placing the wheels back on, tighten the bolts in a star pattern for an even fit. This ensures proper tire balance and safety. Balancing involves … Read more
