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Ride Height and ADAS on Modified Light Trucks

Sept. 15, 2025

Changing my truck’s tire size could pose a concern for the tire dealer that would potentially install larger light truck tires. While the 3% rule for diameter change is within industry-approved limits and the TPMS underinflation threshold can likely be reprogrammed to reflect the higher inflation pressures, the rim width would become an issue if the larger light truck tires were installed on my truck’s original rims.

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Navigating Light Truck Tire/Wheel Service

Sept. 12, 2025

One thing Kevin Rohlwing's learned is that successful tire and wheel installation begins with adherence to the R.I.S.T. procedure.

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Editorial: Proper Tire Installation Requires R.I.S.T.

Aug. 20, 2025

“The correct selection and application of wheel weights is essential for safety, performance and aesthetics,” says Eric Dienethal, product manager, Wegmann Automotive.

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Hitting the Right Balance With Wheel Weights

Aug. 20, 2025

Generally speaking, the LT-metric assemblies do not have the weight placement restrictions that are common with the HP/UHP assemblies,” says Hunter’s Meyer. “Proper balance and road force measurement are still important on these assemblies.”

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Mounting and Balancing Tips for HP/UHP Tires and Wheels

July 7, 2025

More content from Performance Handbook 2025

Miller Tire Commercial, Ag and OTR Point S outgrew its original standalone facility where it showcased wheels and performed most of its wheel lifts, so the company relocated that portion of the business to its larger commercial tire service property.

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Point S Tire Dealer Helps Customers 'Stand Out and Be Unique'

When Adam Miller first started working in the tire industry 23 years ago, the highlight of his day was helping a driver customize his or her vehicle with a new tire and wheel ...

July 3, 2025

Casey Gubler, owner of Woods Cross Point S Tire & Auto Service in Salt Lake City, Utah, says putting your best people on tire and custom wheel installation jobs is important.

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Expert Tips for Large Tire/Wheel Installation

“Everyone kind of has a lifted vehicle out here,” says Casey Gubler, owner of Salt Lake City, Utah-based Woods Cross Point S Tire & Auto Service.

April 24, 2025