LOW PROFIL ADHESIVE WHEEL WEIGHT 1/4 OZ STEEL

Adhesive wheel weights - Importance of pressure • All adhesive wheel weights are made with Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) • PSA’s require PRESSURE to “wet out” and activate the adhesive and provide a good bond. • Even, perpendicular, pressure (about 5 psi) should be applied to the entire length of the weight, for 2-3 seconds Adhesive wheel weights – best practices • Clean • IPA Surface Prep (893.223500) - Evaporates easily, removes condensation in winter • Cloths should be turned/replaced frequently to avoid recontamination • Surface Preparation! • Contamination from dust, oil, dirty hands, tire lube, will affect adhesive performance • In extreme cases, the surface can be roughened with a mild abrasive (Fibratex) • Wait! • Make sure your chemical cleaner has evaporated fully before applying the weight Adhesive wheel weights – diagnosing problems • Adhesion Test: 1. Stick some weight segments to a clean piece of glass. 2. Let cure for a few minutes. 3. Check adhesion. If the weight sticks, the adhesive is not the problem. • The usual cause? Application! • Improper cleaning & chemicals (Brake Clean, Buffing Solution, etc. can leave residues behind) • Lack of application pressure • Contaminated adhesive • Temperature (Cold wheels or tape cause adhesion problems) • Any combination of the above.