I've tried them all and wheel weights are my preference because the entire wheel assembly is balanced. With beads and Centrmatic type methods they're fluid and actually can create a slight vibration until the assembly is rotating fast enough to get the counter weights to match/balance the wheel end. With weights, it's all balanced no matter the rotational speed of the assembly.
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When I install new steers, I still have them checked for balance and may add a small weight on one of them.
It does not hurt to have weights and centramatics at the same time.Bean Jr. Thanks this. -
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Why's there no option for "mount tire on rim, install on truck and go to work"
I did not even know people actually balanced truck tires. Don't know anyone whose ever done it, never seen it done, never seen any of the things mentioned in the poll.Siinman, Diesel Dave and Another Canadian driver Thank this. -
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I've used Centramatics and bags and I prefer bags. They both do the same job but bags are cheaper at the time of purchase. Over the long haul, Centramatics might be cheaper. Not sure how long they last and you have to get new bags everytime you get new tires.
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How many of them did you throw per tire?RStewart Thanks this. -
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I balance ALL tires. Centramatics in ALL positions.
Tire guys look at me funny for wanting to balance anything else but steers.
Excellent wear out of tires, MD alignment every couple of years, RK shocks have never leaked, rides like a Caddy.Another Canadian driver, RStewart, Siinman and 1 other person Thank this.
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