Patent ID: 6237402
Filing Date: 2001-05-29
Classification: G01M

Abstract:
A method for correcting a radial runout condition of a large tire and rim assembly for off road or agricultural use, the rim assembly having two primary components, an outer rim and a central disk having a central opening for receiving an axle, the central disk having clearance holes and the outer rim being attached to the central disk by threaded fasteners passing through said clearance holes, the tire being mounted to the rim assembly and inflated, the method comprising the steps of:locating a position of maximum radial runout of the mounted tire relative to the axle or central opening for receiving an axle and measuring an amount of maximum radial runout;loosening the threaded fasteners;moving the central disk radially toward the location of the maximum radial runout a distance equal to one-half the measured runout amount; and thentightening the threaded fasteners thereby securely attaching the central disk to the outer rim of the assembly.