FAQ for Alloy Wheels Repair
Q: What causes air to leak out of a tire slowly?
A:
Air leaking from a tire is caused by many factors such as particles getting in between the tire and the wheel where the bead seats. Another factor for leaking tires is corrosion on the wheel itself which is causing surface imperfections allowing air to be leaking.
By BobGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: What is the proper way to fix the air leaking from the wheel/tire caused by corrosion?
A:
Awater dunk tank leak test will need to be performed so you can determine where the leak is coming from, whether from the tire or the wheel itself. Once the affected area is found, you will need to sand the corrosion down until you get to material that is stable enough to finish correctly patching the wheel. After correctly patching the area, you will need to add sealant so that it fills the resurfaced bead.
By BobGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: Why is it important to maintain the proper tire pressure?
A:
Having lower tire pressure or too much tire pressure can cause uneven wear on the tires and lower tread life. If the tired have the amount they should have they provide a smoother ride as they have the proper inflation for the tires to support the load imposed by the vehicle.
By OmarGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: What happens after filling and repairing the puncture?
A:
After repairing the puncture, you will need to buff the area so you can add cement. Then, put the tire back on the wheel and use a tire safety cage to ensure the tire has been repaired properly and no air is escaping.
By BobGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: What causes air to leak out of a tire slowly?
A:
Air leaking from a tire is caused by many factors such as particles getting in between the tire and the wheel where the bead seats. Another factor for leaking tires is corrosion on the wheel itself which is causing surface imperfections allowing air to be leaking.
By OmarGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: Where is the most common for corrosion to occur on a wheel?
A:
The most common area for corrosion to be found is on the bead seat.
By BobGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: What are the three main steps of tire puncture repair?
A:
The three basic steps are removing and inspecting the tire, filling the puncture, and sealing the inner liner to prevent air loss.
By OmarGM Specialist
28/11/2021 Q: What benefits does using nitrogen gas on vehicles have?
A:
It helps with the reduction in the loss of tire pressure, in the variance of tire pressures with temperature changes, and long-term rubber degradations decrease due to oxygen concentrations.
By BobGM Specialist
27/11/2021 Q: What is the proper way to fix the air leaking from the wheel/tire caused by corrosion?
A:
Awater dunk tank leak test will need to be performed so you can determine where the leak is coming from, whether from the tire or the wheel itself. Once the affected area is found, you will need to sand the corrosion down until you get to material that is stable enough to finish correctly patching the wheel. After correctly patching the area, you will need to add sealant so that it fills the resurfaced bead.
By OmarGM Specialist
27/11/2021 Q: What are some areas that should be checked before getting a wheel balanced?
A:
Before getting a wheel balanced it is important to check for missing balance weights, bent rims, tire wear, bead seating, stones in the tire tread, and tire irregularities.
By BobGM Specialist
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