Wheel Balancing – Moordown, Bournemouth

An unbalanced wheel might sound minor, but it can cause noticeable vibration and accelerate wear on tyres, suspension, and steering components over time.

Signs a wheel is out of balance:

• Vibration through the steering wheel, usually at higher speeds
• Vibration felt through the seat or floor of the car
• Uneven or patchy tyre wear
• A humming or droning noise that changes with speed

Why wheels go out of balance

Tyres and wheels aren’t perfectly uniform in weight distribution, which is why small balancing weights are fitted when tyres are mounted. Over time, weights can shift or fall off, or wear patterns can develop that throw balance out again.

Why balancing matters beyond comfort

An unbalanced wheel doesn’t just cause an uncomfortable vibration; it also places uneven stress on suspension and steering components, potentially accelerating wear on parts that would otherwise last considerably longer.

When wheel balancing is needed:

• After fitting new tyres
• If you’ve noticed vibration at speed
• Following a repair to a puncture
• As part of a wider suspension or alignment check

How balancing is carried out

We mount each wheel on a balancing machine, which identifies exactly where weight needs to be added to correct any imbalance. It’s a quick, precise process that makes a noticeable difference to ride comfort.

If your car’s developed a vibration at speed, bring it to FitnFix Auto, and we’ll check wheel balance as part of getting to the bottom of it.

FitnFix Auto is proud to be accredited by the IGA and Trust My Garage, and recognised by HEVRA, SERMI, and Trading Standards, giving you independent assurance that we work to genuine industry standards.

To find out more about Wheel Balancing in Moordown, Bournemouth, contact us online, or call us directly on 01425 470203.

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