Custom Wheels Fresno CA
The Hidden Costs of Custom Wheels and Tires
Custom wheels and tires have been an automotive fashion statement since the 1970's and today custom wheels have become automotive jewelry with 26-inch spinners on a Hummer as one of the ultimate statements. But, the hidden costs come at the price of wheel bearing life and other wheel end components. As an undercar shop, you might install these wheel and tire packages. But, just about every shop will have to deal with consequences of these packages. So it is important be able to recognize the symptoms and understand what can, and cannot, be corrected. Loading Zone Back spacing is measured from the hub-mounting surface to the outside lip of the rim. This means that the increase in width must be offset in a positive direction to the outside of the vehicle. Back spacing also determines the centerline of the tires scrub radius. Click here for all images The scrub radius center is the point where the steering axis or kingpin inclination and the centerline of the wheel meet the road surface. The scrub radius is important to handling and tire wear. Positive offset from the scrub radius center can change the way a vehicle handles. The best setup is center point steering where the center of the scrub radius is at the point of the wheel and steering axis. Thi... |
