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Wheel Construction

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Fig 1: Identifying Disc Wheel Structure
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  1. 1 -

    Rim Flange

    • Stop for the side tire bead.
  2. 2 -

    Hump (H2) on Both Bead Seats

    • Prevents the tire from slipping off the bead seat when driving around tight curves.
    • An extended hump (EH2) is required when using run-flat tires. Refer to WHEEL SPECIFICATIONS .
  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
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