Tire Change Services
Tires for Sale and Tire Change Services in Port Moody
Here at Westwood Honda, we like to think that the parts of your vehicle that touch the ground deserve a little bit of extra attention. That’s why we have worked hard to provide the people of Port Moody and beyond with the quality tires for sale, they need along with the tire change experts they have come to trust. No matter the brand or season, we have what you need in stock and ready to roll. To get started finding the perfect tires for sale or booking your next tire change here in Port Moody, come and see us at Westwood Honda. We can’t wait to help you get back on the road again in style! If you’re looking for information about when is the best time to find new tires for sale or when a tire change in Port Moody is necessary, don’t be afraid to read on and check out the information provided below. After all, you don’t get to be the local area experts without knowing a lot about tires!
TIRE MAINTENANCE
In order to maximize your tire lifespan, there are regular tire maintenances that should be performed.
Wheel Balance
Steel weights are added to your vehicle’s wheels to ensure they rotate smoothly down the road. If a wheel is not correctly balanced, the uneven centrifugal forces will cause a shaking sensation that becomes more vigorous with increases in velocity. Balancing the tire will prevent the wobbling feeling which will then allow your vehicle to track as intended.
Tire Rotation
Due to factors such as the weight of the engine, power distribution and steering duties, the front tires on vehicles tend to wear at a much greater rate than the rear tires. To ensure the most linear wear it is recommended to rotate the vehicles tires from front to rear at the manufacturer’s suggested interval. This will assist in maintaining equal edge and center block tread wear allowing your tires to provide maximum traction, fuel economy and smooth ride across their entire lifespan.
Most vehicles are front wheel drive, which means there is more power turning the front wheels. Over time you will see these tires wear down faster than the rears. To maximize the lifespan, rotating the tires will give even tire wear on all 4 tires through its life span.
Tire Repair
While the team here at Westwood Honda is well known in Port Moody for our wide range of tires for sale and our expert tire changes, we are also professionals in tire repairs. Many punctures to the tire’s contact tread area can be quickly and easily fixed utilizing an internal patch and plug method to provide the most durable repair available.
PSI Inspection
Proper tire pressures will ensure a smoother ride and proper fuel mileage on your vehicle. Most modern vehicles are equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems which will notify you of any concerns.
Wheel Alignment
Everyday wear and tear caused by potholes, curbs, speed bumps, and other road debris can cause the finite suspension alignment angles to fall out of specification which may lead to premature tire wear and adversely affect fuel economy. When performing an alignment, we will re-adjust those angles to ensure your vehicle tracks straight and you also maximize the lifespan of all your tires.
TIRE STORAGE
7 Steps to Tire Storage
Reduce air pressure to around half the PSI your vehicle specifies.
By reducing tire pressure to half the vehicle specified level will lessen the burden of the rubber and minimize degradation. Refer to your owners guide for your vehicles Specified Tire pressure.
Store tires on flat ground and still attached to the wheels.
It is recommended to store tires vertically on its wheels and not flat on the ground stacked. By doing this it will help avoid distortion in shape of the tire.
Do not store directly on the ground.
As mentioned in step 2. Placing tires on the ground laterally on uneven ground could cause distortion of the tire. It is recommended if you do place them laterally that you use a piece of cardboard.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Ultraviolet light causes rubber to degenerate. Store tires in a dark place under cover to avoid direct sunlight.
Avoid rain and moisture.
This can cause the rubber to deteriorate and the steel cord inside the tire to rust, which can cause internal belts or cords to break and distort the tires.
Avoid heat and oil.
Ensure to wipe your tires clean prior to storage. Rubber absorbs oil and it can lead to premature degradation if exposed to Hot environments. So ensure you store your tires in a cool place.
Avoid electric equipment or Batteries.
Ozone from motors or batteries causes rubber to crack.
See Your Service Advisor and Take Advantage of Our Seasonal Tire Storage Starting at $50 Per Season.
We take care of all of the above steps for as low as $50 per tire season.
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