When you're out tackling tough terrain with your all-terrain or mud-terrain tires, you need them to stay balanced. However, using a regular spin balancer can be a real pain. Not only is there a risk of losing wheel weights, but debris such as mud...
Tire Balancing
Drag Racing Tires and Balancing Beads
It is becoming increasingly commonplace that a growing number of drag racing enthusiasts are turning to advanced wheel balancing solutions such as Counteract Balancing Beads to optimize tire performance on the track. Many racers are starting to...
Types of TPMS and Their Effects on Tire Balancing
In the automotive industry, Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) have become standard practice since 2009 when it became mandatory for all new passenger vehicles to be equipped with TPMS. This regulation marked a significant stride in enhancing...
The Science Behind Balancing Beads
The science behind balancing beads can be broken down into stages listed below, with three forces influencing the process: gravity, centrifugal force, and inertia. Tire at Rest The beads pool at the bottom of the tire due to gravity. Tire in Motion...
Canada Ditches Lead Wheel Weights for a Greener Future!
On February 3, 2024, Canada took a significant leap towards a greener and safer automotive industry by officially banning the importation and manufacturing of lead wheel weights. Recognizing the environmental hazards and potential health risks...
Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Balancing Beads on the Internet: Part 5
21. What is the best way to balance large tires? Counteract Balancing Beads are endorsed in the Heavy Duty Truck Systems textbook as the optimal method for balancing tires and complete wheel assemblies worldwide. These beads balance the entire...