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Run Flat Tire Pros & Cons

If you have modern BMW (or Mini Cooper, or Toyota Sienna, etc). you may have heard about Run Flat Tire (RFT). Basic idea is you can run when tire is flat (no air). Specifically, you can run about 50 mile at the speed of 50mph maximum (this differs by tire). That's the main advantage of RFT : when you have experienced puncture or damage to tire, you can still go to some (close) location.     Obviously vehicle manufacturers want that location to be their dealers, where you will spend money on these high priced tires. Yes, they are expensive,...

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Steering Angle Sensor Reset

  The steering angle sensor (SAS) is a critical part of the ESC (Electronic Stability Control) system that measures the steering wheel position angle and rate of turn. A scan tool can be used to obtain this data in degrees. Many vehicles require the SAS be reset or recalibrated after an alignment is performed or parts in the steering system are replaced. If the SAS is out of calibration, most vehicles can tell if they are traveling in a straight line, but if the angle is too far off, the ESC could become disabled. If the steering angle sensor is...

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Hub Centric Rings

    What is Hub Centric Ring? The hub centric ring is a device used with the aftermarket wheels and are installed between the car wheel hub and the wheel. The purpose of the hub centric ring is to fill the empty space between the wheel hub and the center bore of the wheel. Hub centric rings are usually made of durable industrial plastic or aluminum.Why needed? Hub centric rings are needed when the hub hole (the center bore) on the wheel is larger (typically 73.1mm) than the wheel hub of the car. The wheel manufacturers deliberately make the hub...

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Puncture Repair

1. The puncture must be within the crown of the tire. (About 2-inches from each sidewall.)2. The puncture must also be no larger than a pencil thickness. Approximately 3/16-inch or less.3. If the sidewall has been compromised, (driven on with low pressure) the tire must be replaced.4. Run Flat Tires can be repaired just like radial tires so long as the integrity of the tire hasn't been compromised. The tire must be removed to inspect for inside damage. This picture shows the inside of a tire that has been compromised. Notice the bits of rubber compound. Also, you will see...

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