Hunter Engineering Adds New Technology to Wheel Balancers
Hunter Engineering has added SmartSpot technology to some of its wheel balancers. SmartSpot is a moving laser dot that locates the exact location where the technician should place the designated tape weights. Hunter says this new feature will be standard on Hunter’s Road Force Elite and HD Elite wheel balancers. The laser dot pinpointing the
Custom Wheel Balancing Checklist
To maintain a smooth ride on a vehicle, good wheel balancing is a necessity. In the video above from the Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio, we’ll talk more about the process of balancing a customer’s wheels. Custom wheels with low-profile tires can cause tire vibration and discomfort in the driver’s seat if the wheels
Tire Puncture Repair and Wheel Care
Any successful tire dealer knows that offering a complete lineup of tire services can keep customers from seeking repairs elsewhere and add to the bottom line. Included in that lineup, puncture repair and wheel care are important service offerings that complete the tire package. Whether offered as part of a new tire purchase or as
Taking Care of the Wheel During Balancing
When balancing a wheel assembly, it’s important to prevent damage to the wheel during the process. Before balancing, remove the wheel weights if you haven’t already. When removing adhesive weights, only use a plastic wheel weight remover tool. Using metal tools can scratch the rim’s surface. Then, you’ll want to use a solvent to clean
Tech Innovations Evolve Tire Changers and Wheel Balancers
Experts from Coats, Hunter Engineering and BendPak explain the types of technology they are using in tire changers and wheel balancers. This is Part One of a three-part article series.
Video: Deciding What Wheel Weight Material to Use
Tire Review’s David Sickels explains the nuances of each wheel weight material, from the Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio at Babcox Media.
Q&A with Coats: Tire Changers & Wheel Balancers [Audio]
Coats experts Kyle Harris and Ryan Rouser dive into some topics around tire changers and wheel balancers on tire dealers’ minds.
Rethinking Your Wheel Weight Assortment
Your wheel weights could be hiding indirect costs related to them falling off or losing their adhesion, which leads to comebacks for rebalancing.
Understanding Wheel Weight Materials
Understanding the nuances of each wheel weight material in the market can help your technicians perform a better balance every time.
Marketing Superior Wheel Service Packages in 2021
An effective way to increase your sales is to increase consumer awareness of the sub-services included in the installation packages.
