Re: IML: Radial vs Bias Ply Alignment Specs

[RandalPark@xxxxxxx]

Alignment is not only for tire wear, but also proper handling. My understanding is that the slight adjustment compensates for the difference in the profile and foot print of the tire.

Paul W.

  In an email dated 6/6/2005 1:27:19 pm GMT Daylight time, DONALDDICKINSOND@xxxxxx writes:

>In a message dated 6/6/2005 8:00:45 AM Eastern Standard Time, 
>gearhead@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx writes: 
>> A brief net search gives some info on the bias ply vs radial ply tire 
>> issue. 
>> This site, http://importnut.net/tiretech.htm , a site specializing in import 
>> 
>> cars, shows that static negative camber of about 1 to 1 1/2 degrees greater 
>> is requred for radial tire equipped cars.
>> 
>> Of course, almost any automotive site search pulls up our website, and this 
>> radial discussion is pointed out here, 
>> http://www.imperialclub.com/Repair/Wheels/radials.htm
>> There is mention by a 'near expert' on the subject that toe it be adjusted 
>> to zero for radial tire equipped cars. Also of note, there is a mention that 
>> 
>> the standard Safety Rim wheels that Chrysler started using in the 30's-40's 
>> addresses the issue of radial tires demounting themselves from the wheel 
>> rim.
>
>I don't understand the logic of alignment requirements being different based 
>on bias vs radial tires? ?The result of improper/poor alignment is usually 
>uneven tire wear. ?Are we saying if we don't realign the front end if we change 
>tire type we will get uneven tire wear? ? 
> ?
>


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