When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your vehicle’s wheels, knowing the specifics is crucial. Whether you’re a seasoned mechanic or a DIY enthusiast, selecting the right tire and wheel assembly can be a daunting task. This article provides a straightforward guide to help you navigate through the essential questions of tire and hub selection, ensuring that you make the best choice for your needs. We’ll cover everything from measuring hub lengths to understanding the difference between centered and offset hubs, so you can be confident in your decision-making process. Let’s dive in and learn how to pick the perfect tire and wheel assembly for your vehicle.
TO PICK A RIGHT TIRE Q&A (A.B.C.D)
A.What Tire Size Number Do I Need?
Check the sidewall of your existing tire for the tire size number.
B.What Bearing/Bushing Size DO I Need?
Measure the inside diameter of the bearing or bushing on your existing wheel or the outside diameter of the axle it will be mounted on.
C.What Hub Length Do I Need?
Measure the distance from the outside of one bearing/bushing to the outside of the other on your existing wheel.
Tip: if your tape measure is too wide to fit through the bearing/bushing-place a pen or pencil through the bearing bushing and then measure that length.
D.Do I need a centered or offset hub?
Centered(symmetrical): both sides of the hub on your existing wheel stick out the same distance and you can mount or install it either way.
Offset: one side of the hub on your existing wheels sticks out farther than the other and this impacts how you mount or install it.
