Torquing lug nuts to the right torque and in the correct torque sequence is critical. Learn how to properly torque lug nut/lug bolts here...
Set a multimeter to measure resistance (ohms). Place each probe of the multimeter on each pin inside the connector. Connect it to the end of the wire that comes from the sensor. Note the ohm reading on the gauge. Have an assistant manually rotate the wheel hub as fast as he can while...
More Resources How to Measure Tire Tread Tire tread is really important for maintaining traction on the road, preventing blowouts, and avoiding hydroplaining. Learn how to do a simple test to see if it's time for new tires.
2. Use you tape measure to find out what the stock dimensions of your wheels are Use you tape measure to find out what the stock dimensions of your wheels are. Wheel dimensions are measured in diameter (15,16-17-inches, etc.) and width (6,7, 8-inches). Replacement wheels that are ...
You can measure the width of the metal around your seat tube. Also, look for distinguishing features like the chain stays, the forks, etc. ReplyBy Post Author Alex Maratossays: May 25, 2021 at 2:20 am Thank you Jonathan, You mention the Fork as a possible identif...
Always Use a Torque Wrench to Tighten Lug Nuts and Axle Nuts There are several reasons why you should always use a torque wrench to final tighten wheel lug nuts: * Over-tightening a lug nut may break off the stud, weakening the wheel mounting (always replace broken or damaged wheel studs...
⚠️Some rear-wheel drive vehicles use a three-channel system with the tone ring built into the rear differential. Loosen the lug nuts or bolts, block the opposite wheel, and jack up the car. Truck owners may be able to crawl underneath their vehicles without jacking them up and check...
Put the Wheel Back On With the wheel in place, hand tighten the lug nuts and ensure the wheel is firmly seated against the hub, then use your socket wrench to just lightly snug them up before lowering the car back onto the ground. Then, with the weight of the car on the tire, tight...
It's good when you're loading a boat, especially for the first time, to use a special scale to measure the amount of weight going on the hitch (i.e. not a jerry-rigged system that uses the little scale in the bathroom but one actually designed to measure thousands of pounds of weigh...
To properly measure your car for a narrowed housing, position the wheels and tires in the wheel wells and measure between the wheel mounting surfaces. To ensure proper driveshaft alignment, the pinion offset should be the same as the engine and driveshaft offset. Measure the distance between ...