Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about magnum+ tire balancing beads. Whether you're curious about how they work, installation, or their benefits, this section provides the essential information to help you understand how magnum+ tire balancing beads can improve your vehicle's performance.
Top Questions
- What size of magnum+ tire balancing beads should I install in my tires?
- Please refer to our magnum+ calculator or our application chart to determine what size of magnum+ to install in each tire.
- My tire size does not appear on the calculator app or application chart. How much should I install?
- You can calculate what size you will require using the weight of your tire. Use magnum+ tire balancing beads calculator by tire weight to calculate precisely what you need.
- Can I add more magnum+ tire balancing beads than the application chart recommends?
- It is not necessary. The magnum+ tire balancing beads calculator and the application chart determine appropriate size of magnum+. The formula ensures a proper balance, even if additional weight is added (i.e. gravel, snow or mud).
- Should I still static balance my tires?
- No, it is not necessary to static balance your tires when using magnum+ tire balancing beads. magnum+ provides a dynamic internal balance every time your vehicle starts.
Troubleshooting
- I have received my order of magnum+ tire balancing beads but the insert bag is broken. Can I still install it?
- Yes, you can still install magnum+ tire balancing compound/beads if the insert bag has broken inside the bag. Simply remove the broken bag and pour the beads inside the tire before mounting it onto the rim.
- I experience vibrations with my vehicle even after installing magnum+ tire balancing beads. What is wrong?
- First you will need to confirm that the proper bag or cup size of magnum+ was installed in the tires. If your tires have a load range rated D, E or F (heavy ply), you will need to upsize to the next bag size indicated on the application chart.
(ex.: Result of 8.5 oz would upsize to 10.5 oz) - This could be caused by mechanical issues. Contact our customer service to help you.
- First you will need to confirm that the proper bag or cup size of magnum+ was installed in the tires. If your tires have a load range rated D, E or F (heavy ply), you will need to upsize to the next bag size indicated on the application chart.
Compatibility
- Is magnum+ tire balancing beads TPMS (Tire pressure monitoring system) compatible?
- magnum+ is 100% TPMS (Tire pressure monitoring system) compatible. The beads are too large to interfere with the sensor.
- Do I need a special valve core with magnum+ tire balancing beads?
- No, magnum+ does not require a filtered valve core or any special valve core for that matter. The beads are too large to interfere with the valve.
- Can I use magnum+ tire balancing beads with load range D, E or F tires (heavy ply)?
- Yes, if your tires have a load range rated D, E or F, you will need to upsize to the next size indicated on the application chart. (ex.: Result of 8.5 oz would upsize to 10.5 oz)
- Does magnum+ tire balancing beads affect the manufacturers’ warranty on my tires?
- magnum+ tire balancing compound does not affect the manufacturers’ warranty. magnum+ is perfectly round and extremely smooth preventing it from doing any damage to the inner liner of the tire.
About magnum+
- What is magnum+ tire balancing beads made of?
- magnum+ is made of tempered glass that does not break down or disintegrate. It does not contain any silica-based coating and is incapable of absorbing moisture.
- Does magnum+ break or turn into powder once inside the tire?
- magnum+ tire balancing beads/compound is made of extremely strong, tempered glass that will not break down or deteriorate.
- magnum+ will outlast the life of the tire and can be scooped out and reused in a new tire.
- What happens to the plastic bag once it breaks open inside my tires?
- The insert bag is made of a very thin plastic that shreds and ultimately disintegrates inside the tire.
- Is magnum+ tire balancing beads packaging recyclable?
- Yes, all magnum+ packaging as well as the beads themselves are recyclable.
- The insert bag completely disintegrates inside the tire and the outer bag is recyclable.
- The plastic Fleet tub is reusable and recyclable.
- And as always, magnum+ can be scooped out recycled or reused into the next set of tires.