Ever had a breakdown in the middle of nowhere? Ever felt a little vulnerable because you didn't have a tire changer or simply because you didn't have the right tools to get your vehicle back in motion? If yes, then you should be glad to read this piece and increase your awareness on the tools you need to be equipped with. If no, then this should serve as an eye-opener. Getting caught in the middle of nowhere with a family, is a very scary thought. So does that mean you don't go out for those road-trips anymore? Nah! That only means, you should be fully equipped to handle your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Commonly known as the garage equipment, there are some basic tools that you can carry in the boot of your car as well. But if you are living in a far off log cabin, and the nearest garage is a few miles away, its best for your garage to have the following instruments. For example, an Air compressor is a must. In case of a flat tire (due to leakage or let's just say a prank), this is the fastest and most efficient way of filling tires. Available in small and compact sizes, this is a must-have!
Tire changers are a very good investment and they come in handy. If you were to change a tire alone, it could be a long and strenuous process, but technology has advanced and it has advanced for our own benefit. Automatic tire changers are available with side assist arm for run flat and low profile tires. And for the real macho kinds, who derive pleasure in doing these 'man-things', you also have a Post-lift. For example, the Phoenix Automotive STD-6240T 4 tonne clear floor electro-hydraulic 2post lift. It also has height extensions for vans and also for standard 4x4 vehicles. And of course, to handle all these you must have a Pro 77 piece power air tool wrench kit.
I am certain you all are aware of the function of a wheel balancer. Now here is why you need a wheel balancer. When the wheels are out of balance they produce a vibration in the vehicle which is not only uncomfortable to drive in, it also leads to the early wearing of the suspension and steering components, rotating parts and the wheels themselves.
Your car usually tends to indicate that your wheels are imbalanced. The first sign is that of your steering wheels wobbling when you accelerate over a certain speed. To tackle this problem a wheel balancer is a must. The wheel balancer rotates the tire and wheel assembly and calculates the weight and location of the balance counter weight.
Earlier models of wheel balancing machinery were heavy and bulky and the typical kids that you would find in a garage. But nowadays, it has shrunk in size and is a compact unit that you can store in your homes and can be kept in your garage. For those who worry about its performance, they should know that a lot of reliable tire servicing agencies are shifting and accepting this latest technology.
And for those who are worried, if they can use it, they need not worry. Because these usually come with an interactive and guided ALU S programs that could help you understand better and make professional use of the same.
When done at the right time, a wheel balancer can save you a lot of time, effort and money. So invest in a good model today.
