Alcoa Wheel Service Manual

The Alcoa Wheel Service Manual is an essential resource for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts. This comprehensive manual covers a wide range of topics, including safety guidelines, wheel selection, Alcoa wheel specifications, and general characteristics. It provides detailed information on disc brake equipped axles, Alcoa wheel identification, and matching tire to rim tables.

• Putting wheels in service is thoroughly explained, covering hidden damage, wheel alteration, mounting area dimensions, and valve recommendations.
• Additionally, the manual includes detailed instructions for mounting and demounting tubeless tires, as well as recommendations for using ALgrease during tire changes.
• Wheel balancing, lubrication procedures, wheel installation to the hub, hub centering, and disc thickness & thread engagement are also extensively covered.
• The section on wheel nuts provides information on two-piece hex head nuts, tightening procedures, and the importance of keeping wheel nuts tight to avoid incorrect assemblies and dualing with steel wheels.
• Wheels in service section emphasizes the importance of avoiding abuse, thorough and frequent inspections, and checks for heat damage, dimension, tire wear, and ride problems.
• It also includes instructions for inspecting rim flange wear, determining rim flange wear, rim flange maintenance, and information on Dura-Flange®.
• Furthermore, the manual covers checks for cracked or damaged wheels, including mounting area, corrosion, bolt holes, disc area, rim area, and bead seat area.
• Care and maintenance section provides guidance on maintenance against corrosion for brushed and polished wheels, cleaning Dura-Bright® surface treated wheels, and maintenance of Dura-Flange® wheels.
• Finally, the manual includes a glossary of common terms and conversion factors, as well as contact information for further inquiries.