HEEL AND TOE WEAR ON YOUR TYRES

Home » Automotive » Repairs Join Sign in EzineArticles - Expert Authors Sharing Their Best Original Articles Custom Search Search Mohammed Suliman Basic PLUS Author | 54 Articles Joined: December 1, 2010 South Africa What Is Heel and Toe Wear? By Mohammed Suliman | Submitted On March 30, 2016 Recommend Article Article Comments Print Article Heel and toe wear refers to the partial wear of individual tread blocks, appearing as saw tooth wear, but in the direction of tyre rotation instead of across the tread. This wear pattern is most common on non-drive wheels, e.g. the rear wheels of a four wheel drive vehicle and can be corrected by more frequent tyre rotation. Tyres are referred to as "feathered" when the tread is smooth on one side and sharp on another. This is usually a sign of poor toe alignment. This strain of tread wear means the inside or outside of the tread is significantly more worn than the center of the tread. As its name implies, positive or negative camber causes this type of wear. Heel and toe wear happens when one side of your tread blocks wears down more quickly than the other in a circumferential direction. Causes of heel and toe wear can include rear toe error, and soft tyre tread compounds. Tread block squirm can be common on some all-season tyres. Lack of regular tyre rotation can also be a cause. Over inflation wear or excessive wear at the center tread area is characteristic of excessive inflation pressure. Over inflation wear also includes high inflation pressure and lack of regular tyre rotation. The rear tyres of trucks equipped with rigid rear axles may exhibit similar wear, which can be minimized by routine tyre rotation. When you run your hand over the tread, it will look and feel like saw teeth when viewed from the side. When you experience any of these unusual wear patterns, you should have a wheel technician check the alignment. While tyre wear prevention is a good reason to keep your wheel alignment in check, the consequences of misalignment can also play out in overall performance. A car that pulls more towards the one side or steers erratically probably has an alignment problem. To begin balancing the tyres, a wheel technician will mount them on the correct rims and adjust the pressure to optimal inflation. Then each tyre goes on the center bore of a balancing machine. The machine spins the tyre at a high speed to measure the wheel and tyre combination imbalance. It signals how much weight the wheel technician should add to balance the tyre and the areas where the required weight is needed. Tyre balancing is essential for proper care to prevent premature tread. Heel and toe wear is caused by unwanted toe and camber changes that occur while driving. Having tyres aligned and balanced regularly can help maximize their lifespan and overall performance. Minty's is amongst the leading tyre suppliers in South Africa, and is recognized for our high standard of customer service. We have built a reputation amongst our customers and ensure that they receive tyres and alloy wheels of the highest quality, amongst the largest brands nationwide. Contact us on Tel: 011 661 4338 / 011 661 4339 or Email: amalgam@mintys.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Mohammed_Suliman/2017160 0 Comments | Leave a Comment Did you find this article helpful? Happy Face0 Sad Face0 Viewed 32 times Word count: 431 Article Tools EzinePublisher Report this article Cite this article Stay Informed Subscribe to New Article Alerts: Automotive: Repairs Mohammed Suliman Email Address Subscribe We will never sell or rent your email address. Repairs Article Feed Repairs Article Feed Find More Articles Search Similar Articles All About Chrome Wheels and Rims What Services Do Wheel and Tyre Retailers Offer? You Check Your Car Tyres, But Don't Forget Your Wheels And Rims 3M Wheel and Tire Cleaner What Do You Know About Porsche Wheels and Parts? Wheel and Rim Repair - What is It? When Should I Rotate My Tires? Some Information On Tires Do New Car Tyres Need to Be Aligned? Do You Need To Change Your Tyres and Mag Wheels Regularly? Recent Articles Everything You Need to Know About Engine Remapping Faulty Brakes: What Could It Be? Should You Check Your Brakes After a Long Journey? Brake Safety: Tips on How to Avoid an Accident Is Your Car Talking to You? 4 Rules to Follow While Approaching a Car Mechanic Tips On How To Find A Great Repair Facility & Mechanic Fixing Windshield Cracks Rock Chip Repair - Procedure and Cost Your Own Guide to Brake Shoes Replacement For a Vehicle EzineArticles.com About Us FAQ Contact Us Member Benefits Privacy Policy Shop Site Map Blog Training Video Library Advertising Affiliates Cartoons Authors Submit Articles Members Login Premium Membership Expert Authors Endorsements Editorial Guidelines Terms of Service Publishers Terms Of Service Ezines / Email Alerts Manage Subscriptions EzineArticles RSS © 2017 EzineArticles All Rights Reserved Worldwide