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Steffen G Profi-Schrauber

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22-07-2015, 16:35 Subject: Should I balance the trailer wheels? |
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Hi!
Please tell me.
Is it necessary to balance the wheels of trailers attached to passenger cars?
The neighbor has renovated his trailer, including having the rims sandblasted and repainted.
I just put the tires on.
This is a large construction trailer, with two axles, and a maximum speed of 80 km/h. Grüße, Steffen!
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Herbert Profi-Schrauber

Joined: 06/22/2005 Posts: 4592 Karma: +1323 / -0
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22-07-2015, 17:31 Subject: Should I balance the trailer wheels? |
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When you consider that an unbalanced wheel can put a significant strain on the suspension, it makes sense. Maybe not because of 5 grams, but you only see that when you balance the wheel. In extreme cases, and especially with old shocks, the wheel might bounce.
Balancing is a standard procedure for my caravan, which is designed to operate at speeds of up to 100 km/h.
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Herbert. Horch A4 8K CJCD
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TDI-GTI-4-Motion Profi-Schrauber


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22-07-2015, 17:51 Subject: Should I balance the trailer wheels? |
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I would definitely check how much it would need to be adjusted and at least try to fit it inside.
If there are significant gaps in the team, you can always try to find suitable players to fill those roles. MfG. Michael
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Bertil Profi-Schrauber

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22-07-2015, 19:19 Subject: Should I balance the trailer wheels? |
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So, with my 10-inch [device/item], it was extremely [problematic/noticeable/etc.]. That balancing really made a difference. Gruß Bertil
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Steffen G Profi-Schrauber

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22-07-2015, 21:22 Subject: Should I balance the trailer wheels? |
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Hi!
Okay, I've already done it. It feels much better now, and those extra 10 minutes and a few extra weights really don't matter.
He doesn't have to pay for it, but he has also done a lot of good things for me. A single wheel was already quite impressive, weighing 50 and 35 grams. Grüße, Steffen!
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