Myers a Distributor of Bosch Wheel Service Equipment
Myers Tire Supply is now an authorized distributor of Bosch Automotive Service Solutions’ line of wheel service equipment including tire changers, balancers, brake lathes and alignment machines. Adding the Bosch brand of equipment "gives our sales team a unique advantage over other competitors while providing our customers with a wide variety of choices," said Todd
Coats Balancers Boost Accuracy with Laser-Guided Weight Placement Tool
Hennessy Industries has introduced a patented Laser-Guided Weight Placement Tool for its Coats balancers. According to the company, the new tool works with any Coats 40mm Direct Drive Wheel Balancer and uses a red laser line to show users exactly where to place clip-on wheel weights. The accuracy of the upgraded tool increases one-spin balances
Tire & Wheel Expertise Pays Off
A narrower focus and steady, solid growth has brought success for Minnesota’s Samaritan Tire.
Bosch Introduces High Performance Wheel Balancer
The new WBE 4430 high performance wheel balancer from Bosch features an LED light ring that brightens work areas, as well as one touch data entry. It also offers a self-locking weight application arm that eliminates user error and ensures the weight is placed at the proper location every time.
How to Balance a Tire/Wheel: Step-by-Step
This article on how to properly balance tire and wheel assemblies is the final 2012 installment in our series covering basic tasks performed in tire dealerships.
Upgrades Added to Coats Wheel Balancer Lineup
The brand recently added the 6450-2D to its line of direct-drive heavy-duty balancers, in addition to launching its Dual Calibration Software, which enhances the auto and light-truck applications on the 6450 platform.
Bosch Offers Wheel Service Equipment Guarantee
The “Bosch National Wheel Service Promise” guarantees a Bosch authorized wheel service repair provider will restore Bosch-branded wheel service equipment to operating condition within 48 hours of a repair being scheduled.
Two New Passenger Tire Balancers From McCourt
Wheel Products by McCourt has introduced two new wheel balancers. Manufactured exclusively for McCourt, the wheel balancers feature space-saving hoods, LCD displays for quick tire calibration, and can be set for use by multiple operators. Both handle tires with rim width of 1.5-20 inches and rim diameter of 10-30 inches. Spin time is less than
Modern Balancers Offer Advanced Features
Proper tire/wheel assembly balancing is important for vehicle safety. Balanced tires can mean the difference between a positive and negative driving experience. Especially in high-speed driving, improperly balanced tire/wheel assemblies can cause a vehicle to lose stability and operate in an unsafe – and uncomfortable – manner. Vibration, the most noticeable effect of imbalance, often
ESP Adds Service Techs for Lifts, Changers, Balancers
Environmental Systems Products (ESP), a vehicle emissions testing equipment provider, announced it is expanding its garage equipment service by bringing on new, specialized service technicians. The company said these skilled workers will service items such as garage lifts, tire changers, wheel balancers and more, supporting the newly expanded line of garage equipment now supplied by