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Wheel Alignment and Balancing

Wheel alignment is the adjustment of the wheels’ angles so that they would be parallel to each other and perpendicular to the road. Wheel balancing, on the other hand, is the checking of a heavy spot on the wheels.

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Can a 2004 Mercedes s430 fit 20 inch rims?

Maybe, but the tire profile would have to be really low about 15-30mm

Can you put 16 inch tires and rims on instead of 15 inch rim and tires?

If the bolt pattern and overall height are the same, yes.

If the bolt pattern and overall height are the same, yes.

Can you put 2 sets of different tires on your Lexus as long as the tires are made by the same manufacturer and only rotate from front to back?

They don't even have to be manufactured by the same company. The most important thing is that the speed/load ratings are consistent with what the manufacturer of the vehicle calls for. This information can be found on a decal on the driver's or passenger's door jamb. If the decal calls for say P215/65/R16 94H, you must make sure that you get the right size tires with a 94H speed/load rating or better.

How do you know if your tires need balanced vs a front end alignment?

A alignment is needed if its pulling to one side. Where as a balance is needed if the car is viberating.

Is the abs sensor on the back tire or the front tire?

It is not on the tire at all. Depending on the vehicle, it's either on the axle, steering knuckle, or elsewhere.

What is the cause of rapid wear at shoulders of a tire?

Over or under inflation of the tires can cause shoulder wear. A misaligned front end can also cause this.

Did Remington make a 1100 pump?

NO! The model 1100 was a auto loading shotgun (and still is) Preceded by the 1148. The only pump I can think of is the 870 which has soo many variations and has been produced for many, many years. I don't have my book here to look it up, but I'm pretty sure that if there ever was a 1100 pump, I would have heard of it.

You might have a misprint 1100 model on a 870. THAT WOULD ADD VALUE TO COLLECTORS.

NO! The model 1100 was a auto loading shotgun (and still is) Preceded by the 1148. The only pump I can think of is the 870 which has soo many variations and has been produced for many, many years. I don't have my book here to look it up, but I'm pretty sure that if there ever was a 1100 pump, I would have heard of it.

You might have a misprint 1100 model on a 870. THAT WOULD ADD VALUE TO COLLECTORS.

How much does it cost to balance tires?

walmart $5 a tire

Another Answer That depends on where you purchased the tires. Many places include free lifetime tire balance when you purchase tires from them. Other places will soak you for quite a large fee for mount and balance when you either purchase the tires or have them changed. Caveat Emptor

Does changing Toyota Prius 15 inch rim to 17 inch harm the suspension or steering system?

The car is designed to have a certain size tire on it. The suspension is tuned for a specific size. Changing wheel or tire size changes all of the engineering that went into the suspension. The sidewall of the tire is what supports the weight of the vehicle. Using a bigger rim with a low profile tire will cause added stress to front end parts and will have a much harsher ride.

Do it yourself alignment?

It can be done and is fairly easy if you have the right tools. Adjusting caster, camber and toe on most cars is usually a matter of adding/subtracting shims on your a-arms, adjusting tie rods. You have to buy one of the kits that has the alignment head that attaches to one of your wheels, have a shim assortment, torque wrenches and good basic hand tools. bear i mind getting what you need to do it yourself will cost more than having it done professionally-most alignments only run about 30.00.

How often should tires be replaced?

Depending on the type of driving (city,highway) Depending on mileage usually around 50K When they are showing excessive wear (less than 2/32") of tread When sidewalls show wear

Can you put two winter tires and two all seasonal tires on your car?

Yes, just be sure all the tires are the same size and put winter tire on drive axils, never use different size tires on a 4x4 all four must be the same size, or you will damage transmission.

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Can a bent alloy wheel be fixed successfully?

That's generally not a good idea. Alloy is strong and light but once it's bent a lot of it's strength is lost. Bending it again to straighten it will only make it weaker.

Will custom 5 lug 18 in 225-91w wheels and tires from a 2003 Honda Accord fit on a 2002 Chevy Cavalier?

I have never heard of 5 lug Honda wheels. So im going to say no because hondas have 4 lugs not 5 like a cavalier. If they are 5 lug wheels the bolt pattern its possible they could fit but hard to say because whos ever accord they were on must have changed to a 5 lug conversion so it depends on the conversion they used

AnswerHonda accords are made with a 5 bolt pattern

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Some early generation model Hondas had four lug, the newer models moved up to five. So it really depends on the year and base model.

What is the cost of a front end alignment?

The most a an aligment should cost is $70 bucks. However, if you get them to fix things they find wrong as they align, it could go up in the hundreds.

Some shops offer a free alignment with purchase of tires.

Does the mini cooper s super charge?

This is a poorly worded question....please rephrase If you are asking if the Cooper S is supercharged then the answer is yes....from 2002 until 2006 the Cooper S was supercharged in 2007 the S was changed to a Turbo unit

2004 Grand Am and the tires on it right now are P225 50R16 I was wondering if it is possible to switch to 15 inch rims for winter tires?

the tire designator for that vehicle is on the drivers door if it sais a 15 inch rim can be put on the car your good but if it only states a 16 inch rim you will not be able to fit it over the calliper.

Can a tire out of balance mimic a bad wheel bearing?

yes when the plys seperate it could sound like a bearing. move the tire in question to the other side and see if noise changes also feel the tire around the outside treads if they are choppy and wavy replace tire and shocks and balance