Top 7 Tips To Keep Your Tires in Top Condition

Tires are a very important part of your car and you should properly care for them. Your car’s wheels take some of the heaviest abuse on your car, generally needing much more care than is provided. If you spend a little time and money maintaining your car’s wheels, then they’ll have that new-car look.

How to Care and Maintain for Your Tires? [7 Effective Ways Tips]

1. Regular Inspection
2. Air Pressure
3. Load capacity
4. Speed
5. Alignment
6. Cleaning
7. Replacement

1. Regular Inspection
You may not always notice that your wheel has been damaged. You should inspect your tires regularly to check for any damage.
You should also have a professional inspection of the tires annually as well.

2. Air Pressure

Driving with low tire pressures can affect a vehicle’s handling and braking, particularly in wet conditions, and can seriously compromise your safety.
You should check the air pressure of your tires on weekly basis and of course, before going to a long trip.

3. Load Capacity

Every tire has a load index set according to international standards. You should not exceed the load capacity relative to the tire’s load index.
Tires loaded beyond their maximum loads can build up excessive heat that may result in sudden burst.

4. Speed

At high speeds, tires have greater a chance of being damaged by road hazards or heat build-up. High speeds can also contribute to a rapid air loss or even a sudden tire explosion.

High speeds not only pose a threat to tires but also pose a threat to your own safety as well.

5. Alignment

Proper alignment ensures that all wheels on a vehicle are pointed in the optimum direction to the road and each other. Tyres on a misaligned vehicle degrade handling and don’t wear equally, reducing their tread life.

So check your alignment especially when you notice that the tire wear is not the same from one side to the other side.

6. Cleaning

You should clean your tires regularly to remove foreign substances from their tire surface so save them from degradation.

You shouldn’t use powder detergent for wash your wheel finishes because it’s going to turn them white. You should use a car shampoo for cleaning tires.

7. Replacement

Tires have manufacturing dates on the sidewall. You should replace tires every 5-7 years depending on the use. You should also check tires’ sidewall for any cracks and replace them if you find any.

You should also use your spare tire cleverly as replacement if any of your tires are damaged.

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Top 5 Changes You Need to Make in Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving

Off-road driving is enjoyed by many people across the U.S. In off-road driving provides the adrenaline rush that people long for and normal driving doesn’t provide the same excitement. One of the biggest concerns with normal driving is the inevitable traffic; it is time consuming and tiring. If you’re looking for something extraordinary to get your blood pumping and discover amazing places, there are off-road driving is one of the best options. However, normal vehicles have to be changed in order to go for off road-driving.

What changes you need to make to your vehicle for off road driving?

Wheels

Ground Clearance

Safety Additions

Engine

Shock Absorbers

 
1. Wheels: You can’t drive on off-road terrain with normal tires as the terrain is highly uneven. Mudders and rock tires are the best choice for off-road driving, although these tires do not perform as well on the street.

2. Ground Clearance: Normal vehicles have very low ground clearance as they’re used to drive on roads. For off-road driving, you need to have your vehicle modified by a mechanic to have a high ground clearance so that the car is not damaged when driving on uneven trails.

3. Safety Additions: Usually normal vehicles usually only have seatbelts and air bags for safety. You need to add recovery straps, two bow shackles, fire extinguisher, tool kit, kit of spare parts, compressor or CO2 tank, a reliable winch and a winch mount to your vehicle for safety purposes.

4. Engine: You will have to tune your engine for low speeds as you can’t drive with high speed on off-road trails. You also need a clean air filter and an effective cooling system. You should also use dielectric grease to coat and protect electrical connections and vulnerable parts, if you will drive in muddy and wet conditions.

5. Shock Absorbers: You need to have strong shock absorbing systems in your vehicle as off-road driving will be quite jumpy and the vehicle will have to bear a lot force. To prevent yourself and your vehicle from taking serious damage, have your shock absorbing systems tuned.

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Top 5 Ways to Protect = Corrosion from Rims

Corroded Rims can do serious damage to a vehicle and pose a threat to safety as well. Oxygen is one of the main causes of corrosion of rims and simply leaving your rims exposed to the air will cause them to turn dull and look shabby. You need to clean the rims of the vehicle regularly to avoid corrosion to the rims. Here are some tips on how to prevent corrosion of rims:

1. Water: Moisture is a key catalyst for the corrosion reaction. You should remove any water that has pooled in the tires before mounting the wheels. Rims and components can retain water after wash with a hose; you should wipe them with a dry cloth to remove all the moisture.
2. Inhibitors: You can use corrosion inhibitors to stop corrosion of rims. Corrosion inhibitors are coatings that are applied to the inside of the tire casing as part of the tire mounting process. These are applied by the maintenance shop or by a tire service provider.
3. Brake Dust: If not removed, brake dust can accumulate in the tires and can bond with dirt and moisture accumulating around the surface. Brake dust can be easily removed by cleaning the wheels. A special cleaning liquid should be used to remove the dust using a soft brush.
4. Chemical Damage: Chemicals especially acids can cause significant damage to the wheels. You should ensure that the cleaner you’re using, doesn’t contain any acid. You can also use cleaning liquid that is specifically designed for your wheels and rims.
5. Oxidation: Oxidation is one of the main causes of corrosion. Signs of oxidation include thin grey lines that form a web and bubbles under the paint. You should apply wax or wheel sealant each time after cleaning.

If you’re looking for high quality wheels and rims, check no further than AudioCityUSA. The store offers high quality wheels from various brands such as Fuel, XD, Moto Metal, RBP, Giovanni and many more.

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