Front Wheels and Single Rear Wheel (SRW)

Wheels And Tires

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Wheel-to-Hub Optimization

Wheel-to-hub optimization is important. Clearance between the wheel and hub can be used to offset or neutralize the Road Force(R) or run-out of the wheel and tire assembly. For every 0.001 inch of wheel-to-hub clearance, the Road Force(R) can be affected between 1 and 3 pounds depending on the tire stiffness.

NOTE: The example below illustrates how the clearance between the wheel and the hub can be used to offset the high spot of radial run-out or Road Force(R). Following the procedure will make sure of the best optimization.






Front Wheels and Single Rear Wheel (SRW)

1. Position the wheel and tire assembly on the vehicle so that the high spot location is at the 12 o'clock position.

2. Tighten the wheel nuts as described in Wheel and Tire - Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Wheel and Tire - Single Rear Wheel (SRW).