We stock premium quality truck tyres and specialise in steer, drive & trailer wheel balancing and alignment on the Gold Coast.
Wheel balancing is a crucial aspect of vehicle maintenance that offers numerous benefits for drivers. By ensuring the even distribution of weight in the wheel and tyre assembly, the process provides a smooth and comfortable ride, minimising vibrations and eliminating steering wheel wobbling.
Balanced wheels help your tyres wear evenly, improving your vehicle's fuel efficiency.
Proper wheel balancing eliminates vibrations and wobbling for a smoother ride.
Balanced wheels enhance your vehicle's handling and control, making driving safer and more responsive.
A smoother ride from balanced wheels reduces vibrations, cutting down on driver fatigue and discomfort during long trips.
Over time, wheels can become unbalanced due to various factors, leading to uneven tyre wear, vibration, and potentially unsafe driving conditions. To help vehicle owners understand more about this important service, we have compiled a comprehensive list of FAQs about wheel balancing.
Whether you’re experiencing specific symptoms or simply want to keep your heavy vehicle in top condition, we aim to help you make informed decisions about caring for and maintaining your wheels. If you have any other questions not covered below, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through our contact page. We’re here to assist you with all your wheel balancing and alignment needs.
If you notice any of the following signs, it’s recommended to have your wheels checked by a professional:
It’s generally recommended that you have your wheels balanced every 10,000 to 15,000 kilometres or every time your tyres are rotated. You should also balance your wheels after any tyre repair, replacement, or when installing new ones.
The process of wheel balancing usually takes 30 minutes to an hour for all four wheels. The time can vary depending on the service centre and the condition of your wheels.
No, wheel balancing and wheel alignment are different services. Wheel balancing addresses weight distribution around the wheel and tyre assembly, while wheel alignment corrects the angles of the wheels to ensure they are perpendicular to the ground and parallel to each other.
The cost of wheel or tyre balancing in Australia can vary depending on location and service provider. Get in touch with our team today via our contact page for a personalised quote.
Wheel balancing is usually considered routine maintenance and is not covered under most automotive warranties. However, if the service is required due to a defect in the tyre or wheel, it may be covered under the tyre manufacturer’s warranty.
It is best practice to balance all wheels at the same time for consistent handling and tyre wear. However, if you’re only experiencing issues with one tyre, you can choose to only balance that particular wheel, although this may not resolve all potential vibration issues.
Competitive pricing available.
We are always here to assist you and address any inquiries or concerns you may have. To get in touch with our business, please feel free to reach out to us using the contact information provided below.
