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Disc Wheel Structure

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Fig 1: Identifying Rim Flange
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  1. 1 - Rim Flange
    • Stop for the side tire bead.
  2. 2 - Hump (H 2) on Both Bead Seats
    • Prevents the tire from slipping off the bead seat when driving around tight curves.
    • An extended hump (EH 2) is required when using run-flat tires. Refer to DISC WHEELS, IDENTIFICATION .
  3. 3 - Bed
    • Makes it easier to mount the tire.
  4. A - Rim Width
    • Distance between the tire contact surfaces on both rim flanges.
    • Dimensions in inches.
  5. B - Rim Diameter
    • Distance between the rim contact surfaces on the opposite tire shoulders.
    • Dimensions in inches.
  6. C - Offset
    • Distance between the vertical wheel center and the inner wheel contact surface.
    • Dimensions in mm.
  7. D - Pitch Circle Diameter
    • Circle diameter where the wheel bolt holes are located.
    • Dimensions in mm.
  8. E - Center Hole
    • Enables centering.
    • Dimensions in mm.