Tech Tip: Use pin plates to prevent vibration-related wheel balance comebacks
Feb. 28, 2018
Replicating how the wheel mounts to the vehicle is critical to achieve a vibration free balance result.
Problem: Approximately 60 percent of vibration-related wheel balance comebacks can be directly attributed to how wheels are mounted on the balancer.
Solution: Replicating how the wheel mounts to the vehicle is critical to achieve a vibration free balance result. As a general rule, always back cone with low angle collets and utilize a pin plate system for equal pressure, while lowering the risk of damaging a rim.
Step 1: Select plate, matching pin plate to bolt pattern
Step 2:
Select collet that fits best, slide back cone spring on shaft, slide collet on shaft (back cone when possible)
Step 3:
Lift wheel onto shaft and center it on collet
Step 4:
Align the adjustable pin plate's fingers with the wheel lug holes
Step 5:
Install the hub nut on to the shaft, tighten securely, follow balancer manufacturer instructions
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