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“Truing” is a term commonly used in the context of tire maintenance and wheel alignment.
- Truing Tires:
- Definition: Truing tires involves the process of cutting rubber off the tread of a tire while it rotates on a truing machine to make the tire assembly round.
- Purpose: This practice is typically used to correct imperfections in the tire or wheel assembly, such as out-of-roundness or uneven tread wear.
- Procedure: The tire is mounted on a truing machine, which rotates it while a cutting tool removes excess rubber from the tread. This helps to create a smoother and more balanced tire surface.
- Truing Wheels:
- Definition: Truing wheels refers to the process of adjusting a spoked wheel to correct for lateral and radial runout, especially after lacing.
- Purpose: Spoked wheels may develop runout or become misaligned due to factors such as uneven tension in the spokes or damage to the rim.
- Procedure: Truing a wheel involves adjusting the tension of the spokes to bring the rim into alignment. This may require tightening or loosening specific spokes to correct lateral or radial deviations.
In both contexts, truing is a process used to correct imperfections and ensure optimal performance and safety. Whether applied to tires or wheels, truing involves precision adjustments to achieve roundness, balance, and alignment, contributing to the overall functionality and longevity of the tire or wheel assembly.
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