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Wheels Unbalanced

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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 05:10 PM
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Default Wheels Unbalanced

I got a set of BFG KM2's and some 17x8 MB Gunner 5's ,and I'm getting some shimmy in the steering wheel. It is not horrible but it is noticeable. I have about 300 miles on the set and I already took it in once to have rebalanced. I got the tires/wheels from a local Discount Tire and they have been great. I have had a jeep before with mud terrain tires, Coopers and MTR's. Should I take them to get rebalanced somewhere else or is this is what I should expect. I don't want to be a pain in the A$$ and take this thing in every week but after spending all that money I just want them to be right. I'm kinda stuck with what to do. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, wing79
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Old Mar 10, 2009 | 05:54 PM
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Had this issue with my 35" KM2's... Many posts on this issue.

Try this one https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modified-jk-tech-2/new-km2s-vibration-around-45mph-60491/

I had to have my local Discount Tire balance the tire to the wheel (heavy spot in wheel to heavy spot in tire). This is after trying the balancing beads. They should be able to get the vibration out for you.
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