Tag: wheels
52 Posts

Aug 07, 2018
You Picked a Fine Time to Leave Me, Loose Wheel
Sheared off lug nuts on this old VW were likely due to overtightening with an air wrench.

Jun 07, 2018
How to Reset Steering Wheel's 'Clock'
When your steering wheel says 11 a.m. but your wheels insist it's noon, it's time for a mechanic.

Dec 07, 2017
Will Alloy Wheels Improve Mileage and Handling?
Jesada's Jetta might look better but would she notice any other changes?

Apr 04, 2017
Did Tire Place Forget to Replace Hubcaps, or Were They Left off on Purpose?
Pat's hubcaps were left in the back seat after a visit to the tire shop. Was it forgetfulness, or something else?

Jan 19, 2017
Avoiding the Wheel of Misfortune
Larger wheels have both advantages and disadvantages. Here's how to make a decision on a lower profile wheel and tire combo.

Apr 30, 2015
Today: The Rattling GMC Jimmy
Today: What's causing Becki's 2001 GMC Jimmy to rattle? And is it going to take her over the nearest cliff? Car Talk's advice right here.

Jan 07, 2014
Big or Little? Which Wheels Better for New Pickup?
Stewart's buying a new Ram Laramie and has to choose between 20" and 17" wheels. He wants whichever will give him the best mileage as he tows a 7500 pound trailer. And whichever will be easiest for his wife and dog (who both have short legs) to get in and out of. Find out what Tom and Ray recommend, right here.

Nov 19, 2013
Best Way to Loosen Stuck Lug Nuts?
Nick's newish Camry is great except for one problem--he can't remove the wheels when he needs to swap in his snow tires. The dealership was able to help him out (with sledgehammers). The service manager says Nick can loosen the lug nuts just a bit and then drive a short distance, and the wheels will come loose on their own. Can this possibly be good advice? Tom and Ray offer some clarification, right here.

Sep 19, 2013
Don't Gamble on Ball Joints

Nov 08, 2012
There's More Than One Way to Rotate a Tire
Eddie's tires are wearing out unevenly and he wants to know why. Trouble is, the two different tire shops he asked gave him two different answers. Can Tom and Ray set the record straight?