Wheel Tires
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 Two sets of 1 8 RC Car Wheels and tiresBuggy AKA Gridiron Jconcepts Crowbars $24.99 Time Remaining: 5h 43m |
 TRAXXAS 4910 T MAXX WHEELS TIRES 4 MAXX REV SPLIT SPOKE $36.95 Time Remaining: 29d 17h 10m Buy It Now for only: $36.95 |
 Traxxas Tmaxx Revo Hpi Savage Losi 14mm hex wheels and tires $21.01 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 15m |
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 Losi LOSB1193 LOSB1174 Front Ribbed Rear Pin Tires Dish Wheels for Mini B $15.00 Time Remaining: 7h 41m |
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 THREE wheel tire sets for HPI KM 5B 5T 5SC T2000 Baja 1 5 Vehicles $225.00 Time Remaining: 8h 28m |
 Pro Line Mounted 28 Dirt Hawg Tires Wheels Rear Nitro Stampede Rustler Jato $27.95 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 48m Buy It Now for only: $27.95 |
 Set of four shocks and four Venom unweighted wheels tires Used Good Condition $20.00 Time Remaining: 8h 42m Buy It Now for only: $25.00 |
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 HPI 4925 Nubz Truggy Buggy Tires mtd on 17mm Hex White Dish Wheels $18.00 Time Remaining: 9h 5m |
 Traxxas E Maxx T Maxx 14mm Hex Wheels and Tires Set of 4 $24.99 Time Remaining: 14d 2h 44m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 Losi Micro T R C 1 36th stadium truck wheels and tires Front Rear Set stock $3.99 Time Remaining: 9h 40m Buy It Now for only: $5.99 |
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 HPI SAVAGE GLUED PHALTLINE TIRE + BLAST WHEEL 2 wheels tires 4729 $34.99 Time Remaining: 4d 13h 38m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 pro line bow tie sc 1153 tire and pro trak wheel for traxxas slash black $7.97 Time Remaining: 10h 38m |
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 pro line bow tie sc 1153 tire and pro trak wheel for traxxas slash black $12.97 Time Remaining: 10h 39m |
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 NEW Team Losi Racing Speed NT Chrome Wheels Road Weapon Tires Front Rear $13.63 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 11h 43m |
 4 Traxxas Jato 33 Anaconda Front Tires 12mm Rear Wheels w Bearings Spacers $42.99 Time Remaining: 28d 6h 53m Buy It Now for only: $42.99 |
 4 NEW PROLINE CRIME FIGHTER TRUGGY TIRES ON YELLOW 17mm LPR SIZE WHEELS $37.00 Time Remaining: 11h 50m Buy It Now for only: $49.00 |
 1 10 Traxxas 2wd Slash BF Goodrich Tires 12mm Blue Wheels Fit Raptor Blitz SC10 $39.99 Time Remaining: 26d 3h 55m Buy It Now for only: $39.99 |
 4 USED WERKS LUGS MT TIRES ON ORANGE 17mm MAXX SIZE WHEELS $27.00 Time Remaining: 11h 51m Buy It Now for only: $39.00 |
 High Grip Wheels Tires for 1 16 Traxxas Ken Block Fiesta 7309 G17k05 $12.42 Time Remaining: 28d 17h 49m Buy It Now for only: $12.42 |
 DURATRAX MAXIMUM MT PRO WHEEL and TIRE left side $2.00 Time Remaining: 12h 44m |
 DURATRAX MAXIMUM MT PRO WHEELS and TIRES pair $5.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 12h 44m |
 Pro Line 1175 13 Mounted 28 Dirt Hawg Tires Wheels Rear Stampede Rustler $27.95 Time Remaining: 26d 6h 48m Buy It Now for only: $27.95 |
 traxxas tmaxx emaxx revo hpi titanium beadlock wheels rims proline masher tires $15.50 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 13h 5m |
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 NEW TRAXXAS 1 16 E REVO Wheels Tires RE26 $30.00 (20 Bids) Time Remaining: 13h 22m |
 Brushless E REVO TIRES 17mm WHEELS tyres 1 10 Traxxas 5608 $54.99 Time Remaining: 13d 15h 56m Buy It Now for only: $54.99 |
 New Traxxas 1 16 Pre Glued E revo VXL Wheels And Tires Talon Tires $7.50 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 13h 24m |
 Traxxas RUSTLER VXL TIRES WHEELS FrontRear Rims $28.99 Time Remaining: 17d 1h 42m Buy It Now for only: $28.99 |
 rc mt tires wheels $34.00 Time Remaining: 13h 53m |
 NEW T MAXX 33 TIRES AND WHEELS TMaxx SAVAGE REVO NEW $29.99 Time Remaining: 5d 4h 4m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 |
 traxxas tmaxx emaxx revo hpi ue aluminum rims wheels tires real deal 14mm $26.00 (9 Bids) Time Remaining: 13h 59m |
 Traxxas 3668A Rear All Star Black Chrome Wheel Talon Tire 2WD Stampede Rustler $22.83 Time Remaining: 13d 4h 12m Buy It Now for only: $22.83 |
 Team Associated T41 Posi lock rear wheels w tires mounted $0.99 Time Remaining: 14h 3m |
 Proline 1160 13 40 Series 38 Mounted Trencher Tires Wheels E Revo T Maxx Revo $49.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 14h 6m |
 NEW Traxxas 1 8 Funny Car Mounted Rear Wheels Tires 6973 TRA6973 $41.95 Time Remaining: 29d 7h 47m Buy It Now for only: $41.95 |
 Nitro Revo 63 Maxx TIRES Geode WHEELS 5309 Traxxas $34.33 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 14h 12m |
 Pro Line 1071 13 Dirt Hawg Tires Mounted Titus Wheels 4 1 16 E Revo $53.95 Time Remaining: 7d 2h 50m Buy It Now for only: $53.95 |
 T Maxx 33 TIRES 4 WHEELS 63 14mm 4907 Traxxas $10.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 14h 23m |
 NEW HPI SAVAGE XL CHROME WHEELS w TERRA PIN TIRES25 X $28.99 Time Remaining: 6d 6h 33m Buy It Now for only: $28.99 |
 wheels tires and hex for zmr 16 traxxas mini e revo slash losi mini lst2 $22.99 Time Remaining: 15h 43m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 |
 Traxxas 2479A Bandit VXL Front Tracer Black Chrome Wheels w Anaconda Tires 2 $15.79 Time Remaining: 8d 10h 45m Buy It Now for only: $15.79 |
 wheels tires and hex for zmr 16 traxxas mini e revo slash losi mini lst2 $22.99 Time Remaining: 15h 45m Buy It Now for only: $29.99 |
 NEW Traxxas Grave Digger Tires Wheels Front Rear Stampede Monster Jam 3663 3667 $34.99 Time Remaining: 19d 13h 12m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 Misc RC 10 Wheels and Tires New Used Pro line Team Losi Panther $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 4h 16m |
 TRAXXAS SLASH WHEELS TIRES 4x2 NEW SET OF 4 chrome 5 spk w red beads $13.51 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h |
 4 NEW 5309 Traxxas 33 Revo Tires 17mm Geode Wheels E revo T Maxx Summit 17 $53.95 Time Remaining: 29d 7h 15m Buy It Now for only: $53.95 |
 Losi Mini t wheels Tires set NEW losb1162 losb 1152 pins ribbed $12.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 6m |
 NEW Tamiya Rear Tire Wheel 58242 2 9805619 NIB $19.69 Time Remaining: 29d 7h 22m Buy It Now for only: $19.69 |
 AKA Wishbone Tires Proline Wheels Traxxas Slash 4x4 2wd 4wd sc10 blitz sct sc $31.00 (11 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 18m |
 1 16 Summit Tires WHEELS BLUE Set 4 Traxxas 7207 $37.99 Time Remaining: 22d 4h 45m Buy It Now for only: $37.99 |
 Proline Suburb SC Tires on JConcepts Hazard Wheels SC10 4x4 and SC10 sct losi $27.00 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 24m |
 4 1 10 Traxxas Raptor 2wd BF Goodrich Tires 12mm Black Spoke Wheels Slash $35.99 Time Remaining: 29d 11h 25m Buy It Now for only: $35.99 |
 New Team Losi High Roller 1 10 scale tires wheels black chrome fits other models $14.99 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 46m |
 Traxxas 3773 Rear All Star Chrome Wheel Anaconda Tire Rustler 2WD VXL XL5 $22.83 Time Remaining: 27d 4h 17m Buy It Now for only: $22.83 |
 VXL Rustler front wheel tires used glued Traxxas Alias 28 $5.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 6h 33m |
 NEW T MAXX 25 TIRES AND WHEELS TMaxx SAVAGE REVO NEW $24.99 Time Remaining: 22d 4h 59m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 Revo wheels and tires 14mm hex street tires $5.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 6h 52m |
 Revo proline wheels and tires 14mm hex $5.99 Time Remaining: 1d 6h 53m |
 Very High Grip Wheels Tires f 1 16 Traxxas Ken Fiesta Mustang g17k10 Tire Wheel $16.20 Time Remaining: 26d 7h 14m Buy It Now for only: $16.20 |
 Revo wheels and tires 14mm hex $5.99 Time Remaining: 1d 6h 54m |
 High Grip Wheels Tires for 1 16 Traxxas Ken Block Fiesta Mustang Rally G14w5 $15.70 Time Remaining: 10d 17h 22m Buy It Now for only: $15.70 |
 Revo wheels and tires 14mm hex $5.99 Time Remaining: 1d 6h 57m |
 1 16 Summit Tires WHEELS RED Set 4 Traxxas 7207 $36.99 Time Remaining: 22d 4h 45m Buy It Now for only: $36.99 |
 New Proline 1 8 Caliber Tires And Rims RC8Be RC82e Wheels Slash 4x4 Sc10 $41.66 (14 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 10h 34m |
 4PCS RC 110 Car On Road 26MM Wheel Rim Hard Drift TyreTires 1010 9016 $15.19 Time Remaining: 29d 18h 55m Buy It Now for only: $15.19 |
 NEW USED 1 8 ON ROAD FOAM WHEELS TIRES 9 FULL SETS 2 REAR SETS MUGEN HPI LQQK $99.99 Time Remaining: 1d 11h 8m Buy It Now for only: $199.99 |
 Proline 1160 13 40 Series 38 Mounted Trencher Tires Wheels E Revo T Maxx Revo $67.95 Time Remaining: 29d 5h Buy It Now for only: $67.95 |
 RC tires Set of 4 LOSI XBT 1 8 scale buggy wheels17mm wheel hex $20.00 Time Remaining: 1d 11h 18m Buy It Now for only: $40.00 |
 Traxxas Slash 5802 5803 5805 5807 Tire Wheel Assembly Glued Chrm Slash TRA6873 $20.90 Time Remaining: 25d 22h 36m Buy It Now for only: $20.90 |
 1 8 scale buggy tires wheelsAKA GRIDIRON $20.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 24m |
 New Traxxas Rustler VXL Front 2 and Rear 2 Tire and Wheel Set 1 10 3707 $15.50 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 26m |
 Traxxas 3908 Brushless E Maxx Tires 17mm Wheels E Revo T maxx Splined 17 mm $49.99 Time Remaining: 15d 1h 23m Buy It Now for only: $49.99 |
 18 buggy proline holeshot tires with 17mm hex wheels $14.50 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 43m |
 Traxxas Slash 2WD Wheels And Tires Orange Robby Gordon $44.99 Time Remaining: 29d 12h 14m Buy It Now for only: $44.99 |
 A 0516 associated sc10 4X4 short course tires wheels $10.50 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 51m |
 Traxxas 6479 Black Chrome Wheels 118+MPH Slicks Tires2 Front 1 7 XO 1 X0 1 $38.32 Time Remaining: 19d 11h 34m Buy It Now for only: $38.32 |
 22 tire and wheel lot Kyosho HPI Proline Tamiya Losi 1 10 vintage $0.99 Time Remaining: 1d 12h 5m |
 Hpi 4729 Mounted Phaltline Tires Blast Wheel 4 Savage $61.95 Time Remaining: 16d 3h 56m Buy It Now for only: $61.95 |
 AKA IBEAM 1 8 SCALE BUGGY TIRES WHEELS17MM WHEEL HEX $20.00 Time Remaining: 1d 12h 8m Buy It Now for only: $45.00 |
 Traxxas 6477 Black Chrome Wheels 118+MPH Slicks Tires2 Rear 1 7 XO 1 X0 1 $41.07 Time Remaining: 7d 6h 11m Buy It Now for only: $41.07 |
 KYOSHO MP75 DBX 20 INFERNO NEO 4 WHEELS TIRES HIGH TRACTION 17MM HEX LK $19.99 Time Remaining: 1d 12h 8m Buy It Now for only: $24.99 |
 Traxxas 2478A VXL Bandit Rear Tracer Black Chrome Wheels w Anaconda Tires 2 $18.95 Time Remaining: 13d 2h 29m Buy It Now for only: $18.95 |
 PRO LINE TRENCHER 40 SERIES TIRES ON AXIAL 1 2 8 SPOKE WHEELS2 SETS OF 4 $60.00 Time Remaining: 1d 12h 10m Buy It Now for only: $75.00 |
 New Team Associated SC10 RS Tires Wheels 2 JConcepts Subculture Tires 2 $11.50 (9 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 12h 24m |
 Traxxas Slash 4x4 BFGoodrich Wheels Tires Red Set of 4 S1 Racing Compound $27.25 Time Remaining: 12d 5h 39m Buy It Now for only: $27.25 |
 PROLINE BOW TIE TIRES ON PROLINE VELOCITY WHEELS W 23mm HEX EMAXX REVO TMAXX $23.00 Time Remaining: 1d 12h 38m Buy It Now for only: $35.00 |
 Traxxas Stampede 4wd 4 wheel drive 4x4 Roller chassis Servo Tires rec box $214.99 Time Remaining: 28d 14h 27m Buy It Now for only: $214.99 |
 HPI 3711 4541 4678 26mm Mesh Wheels V Groove Super Radial Tires Foam Inserts $9.00 Time Remaining: 1d 13h 9m |
 4 NEW Losi 8ight 20 Truggy 17mm Wheels XTT Tires Wheel Tire T Maxx REVO EREVO $42.99 Time Remaining: 26d 9h 22m Buy It Now for only: $42.99 |
 HPI 3741 4468 4678 26mm Stock Car Wheels Pirelli T Rally Tires Foam Inserts $9.00 Time Remaining: 1d 13h 10m |
 4 Traxxas 4910 T maxx Chevron Tires 14mm 38 Wheels Fit 3903 E maxx Revo Tire $31.99 Time Remaining: 25d 5h 42m Buy It Now for only: $31.99 |
 NEW LOSI 8IGHT 20 RACE BUGGY XBT TIRES AND WHEELS $20.50 (10 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 13h 19m |
 Traxxas 1 10 Platinum Slash 4x4 S1 BF Goodrich Tires 12mm Red Wheels Fit SC10 $25.99 Time Remaining: 9d 21h 36m Buy It Now for only: $25.99 |
 NEW TRAXXAS REVO 33 5309 Wheels Tires Set RRN39 $15.50 (9 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 13h 29m |
Wheel Tires
Facts about tires and questions enswered
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Should I rotate my tires?
Regular and proper tire rotation promotes more uniform wear for all of the tires on a vehicle. We recommend tire rotation at least every 6,000 miles. Four-wheel-drive vehicles may require rotation even sooner, such as every 4,000 miles. Check your vehicle owner's manual for the manufacturer's rotation recommendations. If no rotation period is specified, tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles. The first rotation is the most important. When tires are rotated, inflation pressures must be adjusted to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations -
Why do I need to balance my tires?
When the clothes clump in one spot of your washing machine during the spin cycle, the washer rocks wildly from the uneven weight distribution. This is what happens if each wheel and tire are not properly balanced. The result is an uncomfortable ride, the steering wheel will vibrate, and you'll damage your tires and your suspension system as your tires bounce against the pavement. These problems can be easily prevented by having your tire retailer balance your wheel/tire assemblies when you buy new tires and when you have them rotated. It's a worthwhile investment. -
Can a punctured or flat tire be repaired safely?
If a tire loses most of its air pressure, it must be removed from the wheel for a complete internal inspection to be sure it's not damaged. Tires that are run even short distances while flat are often damaged beyond repair. Most punctures, nail holes or cuts up to 1/4 inch--confined to the tread--may be satisfactorily repaired by trained personnel using industry-approved methods. Don't repair tires with tread punctures larger than 1/4 inch, or any sidewall puncture. Also, never repair tires which are worn below 1/16 inch tread depth. Make sure your spare tire is always ready to do the job. Check it regularly for proper air pressure and be sure that it is in good shape. If your car is equipped with one of the several types of temporary spares, be sure to check the spare tire's sidewall for the correct inflation pressure, speed, and mileage limitations -
Can my tires 'age' without even being used?
Tires age even if they have not been used or have only been used occasionally. Cracking of the tread and sidewall rubber, sometimes accompanied by carcass deformation, is evidence of aging. Old and aged tires must be checked by a tire specialist to ascertain their suitability for further use. -
Is it possible to overload my tires?
As a matter of fact, it is. The maximum load rating of your tires is stated on the tire sidewall Do not exceed these ratings. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may result in sudden tire destruction. If you are replacing the original-size tires with tires of a different size, the replacement tires must have a load-carrying capacity equal to or greater than the original equipment tires. -
What should I do if I feel a vibration while driving?
vibration while driving indicates that your vehicle has a problem that needs attention. The tires, steering system and suspension system should be IMMEDIATELY checked to help determine the possible cause of the vibration. If the vibration is not corrected, it could cause excessive tire and suspension wear. It could even lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in an accident." -
Do I need winter tires?
If you live in an area where the temperature is consistently below 10° C (45° F) you do. Winter tires are not like All-Season tires and have special rubber compounds designed to improve traction, handling, and braking in all cold weather conditions, not just ice and snow. -
How many winter tires are recommended?
Four. This is the most frequently asked question. The answer is the same for every vehicle type, whether you drive a compact car or SUV. -
Why are four winter tires recommended?
Traction, control and safety. Many people assume that the two drive wheels are most important and the other two tires sort of tag along. This idea was valid twenty or more years ago when snow tires were different only in their tread design. Today's winter tires have different compounds and designs that deliver from 25 to 50 percent more traction in snow and ice, and stay pliable in cold weather allowing for more control on dry roads. Using just two on a vehicle creates a traction mismatch that can have serious handling consequences. Using four winter tires ensures optimum traction and control for all vehicle types. It is always recommended to use four winter tires, it's the cheapest insurance you can buy to protect yourself, your family and others.
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What can happen if I only use two winter tires?
Running only two winter tires can cause you to lose control of any vehicle; here's why: Front Wheel Drive Vehicles Even though steering, acceleration and most of the braking are done by the front wheels, don't forget about the braking done by the rear wheels. If the rear wheels are not equipped with winter tires too, you are essentially disabling the rear brakes due to lack of traction. The following is what can happen using only winter tires on the front: Traveling along in your neighborhood at 25 mph in just light snow, you begin to slow down to make a right turn. As you apply the brakes, your winter tires are doing their job, giving you all the traction you need to slow down. At the same time, the all-season tires on the rear are giving you much less traction causing the rear of your vehicle to slide around. Perhaps at slow speeds no harm is done, but what if this had happened at highway speeds? Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles Many people think that winter tires on the rear will solve the acceleration problem in ice and snow and that's good enough. But getting your vehicle to accelerate is just half the battle; you still need to stop! The majority of braking is done with the front brakes, and failing to put tires designed for cold weather on the front of the vehicle can have disastrous consequences. Also keep in mind that steering is the sole function of the front tires, with insufficient traction it's like not being able to firmly grasp the steering wheel. How confident would you feel, now that you know this, if you were equipped with only rear winter tires, driving on snow, ice, or even cold pavement at 45 mph and you suddenly had to brake and swerve to avoid trouble? Chances are you could not stop and turn in time. All (or) Four Wheel Drive Vehicles During the winter would you purposefully disconnect your four-wheel drive and use just two wheel drive instead? Absolutely not. But that is exactly what you are doing if you use just two winter tires. The traction mismatch basically “disconnects†the two other wheels not equipped with winter tires. This leaves you open to the control problems cited in the other two sections, depending upon where you mount the winter tires. -
Do I need winter tires to improve traction if my vehicle has Traction Control?
Yes . Even though traction control optimizes the traction of your tires in adverse conditions by preventing wheel spin, this specialized system does not create additional tire traction. Traction always depends on the four contact patches created by the tires. The better traction your tires provide, the more effectively the traction control system will help you drive more safely. Cold temperatures will cause all-season compounds to harden, losing pliability and traction. -
My vehicle has ABS brakes; does that eliminate the need for winter tires?
No. An ABS braking system prevents "locking-up" the brakes by "pulsing" them as you apply pressure to the pedal. But remember it is the tires on your vehicle that supply the traction and help the ABS deliver faster stops. Tires built with better winter traction will improve overall braking performance on ice, snow and cold roads. -
What are the symptoms of improper tire pressure?
Check Tire Pressure Regularly: Tire pressure should be checked whenever you suspect a problem or at a minimum, seasonally. Symptoms of improper tire pressure include excess wear and squealing when going around a corner (for under-inflated tires) and reduced traction (for over-inflated tires). Even the temperature can affect your tire pressure. Check your owner's manual to find where they've posted the proper tire pressure (usually on one of the doors) and be sure to keep it at that level. An improperly inflated tire not only wears quicker, it can also be dangerous when stopping and can cause tread separation. You can purchase a tire-pressure gauge at your local auto parts store, use a gauge at the gas station or ask your tire dealer to check it for you. -
How often should wheel alignment be checked?
If you've hit a pothole or scraped your tire on a curb, your wheels may have been thrown out of alignment. Symptoms of wheels that are out of alignment are excessive wear (one tire may wear more than the others) and steering problems. You may notice that your car veers to the side when you're on a straight road or the car doesn't steer properly in a turn. Unless you notice any of these symptoms, you should have your alignment checked annually. -
What Are the Different Methods of Making Wheels?
In today's marketplace, two wheel materials are most common, steel and aluminum. Steel wheels are made in two pieces; the inner piece (called the center) that bolts on to the car, and the barrel (or outer) which receives the tire. The two pieces are welded together to form the wheel. Most original equipment wheels are made this way, and so are many after market wheels-especially for trucks. Steel is a durable and less expensive material. The other material, aluminum, is by far the most popular type of wheel we sell. Its light weight, superior heat dissipation and seemingly endless design variations make it the material of choice for most buyers. Aluminum wheels can be manufactured in many ways, and each method offers advantages. . One-piece Cast Wheels A cast wheel is made by pouring molten aluminum into a mold; the metal then takes the mold's shape as it cools and hardens. There are three types of casting methods, low pressure/gravity, counter pressure, and high counter pressure molding (HCM); each method has its place in today's market. A wheel manufacturer will select a particular method according to the weight, strength and finish that they have specified for that design. Naturally, the more sophisticated and costly methods produce lighter and stronger wheels but at a higher price. . Forged/Billet Wheels The two words "forged" and "billet" have become synonymous, but in fact the manufacturing process is called forging and the material used is an aluminum billet-a solid piece of dense aluminum. The forge, a huge machine that exerts thousands of pounds of pressure on the metal, basically presses or rolls the billet into its fundamental form. This forging is then machined to final finish. This process allows wheels to be built with much less material, allowing for lighter weight and unique designs, because the process creates a much stronger wheel than other methods. . Multi-piece Wheels The processes mentioned above can be combined to produce a wheel of a particular strength and weight at a particular price. For example, some wheels have a cast aluminum center, welded to a steel outer. Another type of two-piece construction features a billet center welded to a rolled outer (extruded aluminum rolled into a hoop). Still other wheels feature a split outer so that widths and offsets can be made to custom specifications. This last method is the three-piece type construction. In this type of wheel, the center which can be cast, billet or forged, is usually attached to the outer assembly by special screws or rivets. -
What Does Fitment Mean?
This term is used to refer to the physical specifications of the wheel and the availability of the sizes that will fit a vehicle. So, the fitment specifications for a particular wheel and vehicle include the bolt pattern, the offset, the wheel width and the wheel diameter. -
What Does FWD and RWD Mean?
Most wheel catalogs use these acronyms, FWD for Front Wheel Drive and RWD for Rear Wheel Drive , to sort out the wheels available for these two different types of vehicles. -
What Features Should I Look for When Buying Wheels?
First and foremost, wheels are purchased for styling the vehicle. You've got to like how they look! Second, decide on the build method and quality. The discussion of manufacturing methods above was intended to inform you of the different ways wheels are made. Choose the manufacturing method you want at the price you are happy with. Finish quality is important; demand a nicely finished wheel. Finally, decide on the price. We realize there are many tradeoffs between the various features and price and that's why we carry a wide selection of wheels for every budget. -
What Does Finish Mean?
Finish refers to the type of surface treatment a wheel is given. Machined or polished finishes are popular on aluminum wheels. "Machined" is what the wheel looks like after the last shaping procedure (usually a lathe cut) has been completed. An additional step involves passing the wheel through successively finer automated and hand polishing processes. This, of course, results in the polished finish. A chrome finish is also available on aluminum wheels, but requires three additional layers of metal treatment (copper, nickel and chrome) to be achieved. Chrome finishing can significantly increase the price of the aluminum wheel. That's where steel wheels have an advantage; chrome goes on in one simple, inexpensive step. Finally, paint goes on everything and can be applied in single or multiple color schemes. Often the powder coating process is used to apply paint, resulting in a heavy, durable finish. In today's market, wheel manufacturers combine finish methods in different ways. For example, the popular tuner type designs often feature a silver center and a machined or polished lip. The last step in many styles is to seal the wheel with a clear coat of plastic, making the wheel much easier to maintain. -
Should I use a Spacer or Adapter?
The use of spacers or adapters is not recommended. If the wheel does not properly fit your vehicle you should consider a different wheel. -
What Are Hub-centric Rings; Do I Need Them?
I Most aftermarket wheels are manufactured with a center hole that will fit a wide range of vehicles. The hub-centric ring is used to fill any gap that may exist between this hole and the vehicle's hub, thus centering the wheel on the axle. If you have vibrations after installing new wheels, chances are hub-centric rings were not used -
What's the Best Way to Clean My Wheels?
Probably the single biggest mistake when cleaning wheels is to use super cleaners, which can contain harsh abrasives. Mild soap and warm water is sufficient for routine cleaning. After cleaning chrome-plated wheels, you can apply a non-abrasive wax or cream to prevent surface corrosion. If you have clear coated wheels, skip this step. Don't let tire cleaners come into contact with your wheels; and try not to spray cold water on hot wheels. If you go to the car wash, don't let them use steam cleaners or strong chemicals on your wheels. To brighten up your polished wheels (no clear coat) use a polishing cleaner provided by the manufacturer; this requires some real work. To sustain this great look, apply some wax to keep the weather out. -
What's the Best Way to Install and Remove My New Wheels?
That's a job that's best left to your tire dealer. A combination of special tools and methods are used to install wheels so they deliver the performance you paid for. Initial mounting of the assembly on the vehicle requires positioning and starting the lugs by hand. Next the lugs can be pre-tightened using a hand wrench or torque stick (a tool that ensures a lug is not over tightened). The final torque setting is applied using a calibrated torque wrench. Sounds complicated, but a trained technician gets this done very quickly. -
I Just Hit Something in the Road; How Do I Find Out if My Wheel Is OK?
If you have a vibration or pulling symptom, chances are you may have damaged the wheel. Again, go to the tire dealer and let him inspect your wheels. He will place each assembly on the balancing machine and check for run-out (a hop or wobble). If you have a damaged wheel, get the unit repaired immediately to avoid further problems.
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which is the best place to buy tires and 4 wheel alignment in Tacoma WA?
We have to replace 2 front tires and have to perform 4 wheel alignment ...firestone quoted $150 for 2 tires and $80 for 4 wheel alignment and les schwab quoted $170 for 2 tires and $99 for 4 wheel alignment..is there any other place which is reliable yet cost effective compared above 2 options?
We are in Tacoma WA 98403
If you have a discount tire, they have the BEST customer service... I will not go anywhere else..
American Wheel and Tire - RIDES
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