Product information report wheel weights overview a wheel weight is used to balance a wheel and tire assembly. China wheel weight, wheel weight manufacturers, suppliers. Wheel weight alloy, if it is the old clipon stuff with a couple percent antimony, adding 1% tin will make it easier to cast for a good mold fillout. Wheel weight lead is completely molten at about 505f 265c.
Today i contacted a wheel weight manufacturer and received their current msdss on lead wheel weights and on the zinc wheel weights. The high weight and low value of lead wheel weights preclude significant amounts of overseas imports or exported wheel weights. Density of lead alloys the firearms forum the buying. The only way to bring it back to stock is to increase the overall diameter of the wheel tire assembly. I thought it would be worthwhile to test some of the different kinds of wheel weights i come across, just to see how they might affect the pot. I add about a half pound of plumbers solder to each 1015 pounds of wheel weights. You say number 8 is marked fe, but you do not say whether or not it is magnetic.
Wheel weights adhesive lead free coyote wheel accessories. Wheel weights free delivery possible on eligible purchases. T ultimate wheel weight tool instructional video from all tire supply duration. All of the weights that are not lead will have what it is made of stamped on them. Hornet tire 14oz grey lead free adhesive backed wheel weights 48pcs. The wheel weight composition of 9% antimony in older editions of the lyman reloading handbook is very much out of date. I was recently given a big bucket full of wheel weights for free. Wheel weights may have a chemical abbreviation written on them. Can anybody give the approximate percentages of of lead, tin and antimoney in linotype and wheel weights. Cast bullet alloys, characteristics of cb alloys, maintenance of cb.
These make a mess in the pot, because the adhesive melts and sticks to the bottom and sides of the pot, even under the molten lead. Steel clipon weights, pfe clipon steel wheel weights coated steel wheels 1. Most of the ones i have found are tapeaweight brand. Steel clipon weights, pfe clipon steel wheel weights coated steel wheels 0. Steel wheel weights study report tape wheel weights ranger. The most common source of hard lead is used wheel or tire weights. Qz07 name lead adhesive truck weights specificatons available. T ultimate wheel weight tool instructional video from all tire supply. The ok tires shop i frequent sells me wheel weights 8mm, 9mm and. What this calculation was based on nobody was entirely sure and the composition of lead wheel weights falls into this category also. Going to a smaller offset wheel will change the scrub radius. Read more about the properties, uses, and hazards of lead. How do i know whether my wheel weight has lead in it. Refer to the application chart or the rim gauge to confirm the right profile.
Plombco is the only wheel weight manufacture that offers lead, zinc, steel and plasteel clipon wheel weights allowing us to meet the needs of any customer. Otherwise, the mpca recommends either 1 working with your supplier to return any unused weights to your supplier, or 2 recycling your lead wheel weights to safely recover the lead and remove the lead wheel weights from commerce. Because of its high density, smaller size, cost advantage, and environmentally friendly composition. If you have other locations outside of minnesota, lead weights may be shipped there for use after jan. Most of the ones i have found are tapea weight brand.
This has nothing to do with wheel diameter, but everything to do with the rolling diameter of the tires. All of this type ive come across are clearly marked. Lead and mercury wheel weights minnesota pollution. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon automotive best sellers. Balanced tires help save fuel, preserve tire life, and improve safety and comfort. Mckeon bill concerning wheel weights, cutting down on lead. One hour at 475 degrees will harden the alloy to approximately 22 bhn. This is a lead weight, and im including it to point out something ive found to be consistent. I work at a place where i can test metals for their composition.
Ckauto p style 1oz lead clip on wheel weights, uncoated, 25pcsbox. Where to bring scrap lead wheel weights in new jersey. Because of its high density, smaller size, cost advantage, and environmentally friendly composition, steel significantly surpasses all other. Sep 11, 2009 wheel weights do require a little extra attention. If your melt is above 750f and a zinc ww melts, and you see it, carefully skim off. First, the garden variety wheel weights that are on probably 99% of all vehicles in the us. Guide to hand sorting wheel weights as the industry replaces lead. Bullets in an oven preheated to 450 degrees for one hour will heat treat wheel weights lead arsenic antimony alloy to approximately 18 bhn. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Any time a lead alloy is melted the metals will separate and must be fluxed and stirred to remix the alloy. Harzole mcm70 lead free mc type wheel weight kit 70pcs. China wheel weight manufacturers select 2020 high quality wheel weight products in best price from certified chinese wheel manufacturers, weight loss suppliers, wholesalers and factory on. The weights feature adhesive backings for easy, secure attachment. Anyway, i couldnt find my stash of lead since we moved everything into the new shed and decided to melt some wheel weights and cast it with those.
The major lead wheel weight manufacturers offer recycling programs for their customers. Zinc melts above 750f 400c, so any zinc wws will float to the top. I was reading on doits web site that they dont recommend using wheel weights because it is a harder lead. Uncoated wheel weight wheel weights alloy wheels wheel protectors coated wheel weights mcn series wheel protectors coated wheel weights for alloy wheels. I would suspect that all of the weights you have shown except 7 and 9 are fairly typical lead wheel weights. Casting with kaido wheel weight identification sep 11a 1 002. He saves all the plumbers lead he gets for me, so im doing alright. One online source indicate al was a paintedcoated lead wheel weight.
The law does not require that lead wheel weights be replaced. Clipon wheel weight alloy is fine for the usual low pressure loads for the springfield 4570 trap door. So right now im in the midst of rebuilding this little steam engine. An outofbalance tire can adversely affect ride quality and shorten the life of your tires, bearings, shocks and other suspension components. Recently obtained wheel weights average about 3% antimony. Dec 30, 2011 how to differentiate between zinc, lead, and steel wheel weights prior to melting down the lead. The bottom line is that nowhere in the world anymore is there a standard formula for the blend ratio of elements which make up wheel weight alloy. All wheel weights ive come across that have markings that protrude from the surface of the weight have been lead. Find wheel weights at msc industrial supply, serving the metalworking, safety. If you pick up a pound of lead, how much of that pound makes it into your molds. The mcn series meets all oem quality specifications. Bring your lead wheel weights in along with catalytic converters, aluminum rims, radiators, and more. What in the world are wheel weights made of these days.
Cast bullet alloys, characteristics of cb alloys, maintenance. Currently, there are no regulatory controls governing the use of lead wheel weights. However, if any work is done on a cars tires that requires an old lead wheel weight to be removed or a lost wheel weight to be replaced, or if a lead wheel weight falls off in the process of working on a. Stocks and flows of leadbased wheel weights in the united. The environmental impacts from lead or zinc based wheel weight losses to roadways, greatly exceed their manufacturing impacts. Zinc and iron have markings stamped into the weight. The state is required to ensure that no vehicle in the state fleet is equipped with an externally attached lead wheel weight that is composed of greater than 0. Using wheel weights tacklemaking bass fishing forums. I was looking at getting into making some jigs and sinkers. Mckeon bill concerning wheel weights, cutting down on lead, mercury pollution in new jersey clears senate panel trenton legislation assemblyman john mckeon sponsored to prohibit the installation and sale of wheel weights and the sale of new motor vehicles tires containing lead or mercury weights was advanced by the senate environment and energy committee on monday. Get the exact balance required for the job with these wheel weights. The leadfree weights come in strips and are individually scored in 12 oz. Remove those steel pieces to get a higher lead price.
Zinc wont do anything until you reach its melting point780 if i remember correctly. That adds enough tin to make a good molding alloy and some great shooting bullets. Think i am going to begin searching for about 2,000 pounds while the prices are low. We guarantee this product to be free from defects in materials and. There are two general types of lead alloy, soft lead mostly pure lead and hard lead. The leadfree weights come in strips and are individually scored in 14 oz. Use of an xray analysis gun to look at exactly what wheel weights are made. The lead free weights come in strips and are individually scored in 12 oz. Obviously, it will vary somewhat but i figger on about a 30% loss of the total weight for the dross, dirt, grease and the steel clips. I am surprised to see that the composition of wheel weights have not changed much in 30 years. If your melt is above 750f and a zinc ww melts, and you see it, carefully skim off the floating puddle of zinc asap and dispose of it.
Lead pdf 2 pp, 11k, about pdf is a highly toxic chemical that has been designated as one of 31 priority chemicals targeted for reduction by epa. As of april 1, 2011 any person replacing or balancing a tire on a motor vehicle that is required to be registered under article fourteen of title four of the vehicle and traffic law, shall not use a wheel weight or other product for balancing motor vehicle wheels if the weight or other balancing product contains more than 0. China wheel weight manufacturers select 2020 high quality wheel weight products in best price from certified chinese wheel manufacturers, weight loss suppliers, wholesalers and. Stickon wheel weight is generally pure lead, or nearly so and too soft for your. Probably the next most common is the adhesive weight. The advance auto parts core charge presented to you online today with your item is representative of the most common core charge. Wheel weights generally have small pieces of steel clipped to them. Different offsets will cause the same wheel to weigh more or less. Frequently asked questions for lead wheel weights nys. Cast bullet reference on lead alloys, min max pressure. The wheel weights can now be fe, zn, zama, and a few of them are lead i melted 2 12 tonne of them last year. Buy harzole mc100 1 oz lead free mc type wheel weight 50pcs. Probably because zinc and iron do not fill out small spaces very well.
Blue,white, 3m, norton tape hot sale pblead adhesive wheel weights art. It was estimated that approximately 4,000 t were imported from canada in 2003 peter gabby, lead. Wheel weight identification pictures the high road. Steel wheel weights are the preferred alternative for clipon weights due to their comparatively low toxicity and reasonable manufacturing impacts.
The concensus in the industry is that steel is the superior alternative. Find details of companies offering lead wheel weight at best price. If you have any questions, please call 1877advance 2382623 or visit any advance auto parts store. Frequently asked questions for lead wheel weights nys dept. The only way to bring it back to stock is to increase the overall diameter of the wheeltire assembly. Lead and mercury wheel weights minnesota pollution control. When wheel weights are melted, all kinds of junk will float to the top, including the metal clips and lots of dirt and sand.
Wheel weights have a high antimony content but are low in tin. You can check our website for the list of acceptable materials along with their current prices and pictures on our site. It sure looks like a regular lead alloy wheel weight. Lead wheel weights may also be recycled through the states network of very. For a best buy on the nationwide deluxe wheel weight set contact our expert sales associates 18552755141. However, if any work is done on a cars tires that requires an old lead wheel weight to be removed or a lost wheel weight to be replaced, or if a lead wheel weight falls off in the process of working on a tire, the old lead wheel weight cannot be placed back on the tire. Minnesota law prohibits the sale and installation of lead. Steel lead free as environmental concerns of the use of led are on the rise many states have mandated wheel weights must be free of lead. Anyway, i made my pattern on the lathe and decided to cast the flywheel, which is about 34 think and 2 wide in lead. Antimony will seperate out of alloy as the molten metel cools unless we add a bit of tin. Mc type for alloy wheels of ford, chrysler, gm van and light. Different types of wheel weights lead bullet casting. I extracted only what i thought was relevant from the msds sheets, so if you want more, comb the web. That is usually the reason for the prices of the lead wheel weights to be lower than regular lead.
Harzole mc100 1 oz lead free mc type wheel weight 50pcs. Which is why you need to keep a thermometer in your melt. Apr 19, 2008 wheel weight lead is completely molten at about 505f 265c. How to differentiate between zinc, lead, and steel wheel weights prior to melting down the lead. Testing was with air cooled wheel weight alloy at 11 bhn and with heat treated alloy of varying bhn up to 30.
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