Hi all,
Last week I bought a new set of winter tires and put them on a set of alloy wheels, which I use exclusively for winter. I noticed immediately that the steering wheel would shake at highway speed. FYI I don't think the 65mph shimmy is the main cause because I didn't have the problem with my summer tires/wheels. In addition I had a similar problem last winter, and it was "solved" by balancing the wheels. Last year my mechanic already told me that he had trouble balancing the wheels. This time he wasn't able to balance the front set so he balanced the rear set and moved them to the front. Not surprisingly now I'm still feeling the shake, but through the seats instead of the steering wheel.
What are my options? Should I conclude that my winter wheels are no longer usable and must be thrown away?
Thanks. Victor
2000 Blue