I just wanted to take a minute and post an update to an old thread. If anyone is on the fence about these things, get off of it, and your wallet and pony up for a set. Even with nearly worn out front tires the difference is amazing. I've only driven a little with them but what I felt is no vibration what-so-ever. The tires feel like they are planted on the highway, almost like adding a couple hundred pounds to each one. I'm excited about the long range benefits. I recommend you double check your fitment with the manufacturer before you buy because it is critical you get the correct parts. The rears popped on perfectly but the fronts required a little light bump to get them over the studs. I think it will be worth the investment.

 

That's good to know. I've been on the fence about Centramatics for a while. Which company did you buy them from?

 

Tell us some info on where to find them and what exactly they are for please. Thanks,Dave

 

Me too. I've never heard on them.

 

I believe the website is www.centramatic.com. They are pricey, but they do make alot of sense.

 

Sorry guys, my ISP has been broken for 2 days. I bought mine from Parrish tire but you might want to go elsewhere. There is a good video on Centramatic's website, Marine posted the link. (thanks) I can definitely confirm the tires run cooler and the truck rides as smooth as glass! These things will probably get me a ticket soon. I no longer can tell by feel how fast I'm going.

 

I've been running the centramatics for two years and I love them. I've got close to 50k on my tires and there is still half tread on them. I have a record of needing tires every year.

 

I've been running them for 1 yr , when I put them on my ft tires were starting to cup [ high & low spots from bouncing off the road ] when I put them on I rotated the tires front to r. , the cuping wore off , and there is no cupping in the ft now after a yr and I did not change anything els on the front , form the look of the tires last yr they would be gone by now for sure , but to look at then now they will make it till next winter and have even wear in both directions on all the tread .
I think , if you try keep tires as long as you can by maintaing with rotating & balancing , they will pay for them selfs by not paying to balance through the life of the tire , then the tires last longer now your getting paid to use them , not just getting value .

 

If anyone finds a smoking deal on them, please post it.

 

Are you guys still as impressed as you were in 2007 ??

 

You are a mind reader. I had just ordered some stuff that I will pick up in my Sisters place in OR (saves on shipping and taxes). One of the items on my wish list were those balancers. Now I wish I would have gotten them. I will check back with you in November to see if you still think they are a good idea. Thanks for the post.

 

In a word, yes! IMHO it's the best money I've spent on the truck. Bark, you won't be disappointed.

 

I am well familiar with Centramatics, having looked many sets straight in the eye on customers trucks for many many years.

I have wanted them on our daily-driven trucks for quite a few years.

Alas, living in the minimum-wage capitol of the world and now under Obamanomics, such things have always been out of our reach.

I now have a brand-new set of tires stashed under the bed and think that I will just shut my eyes and risk my winter heat money on a set of Centramatics before I mount the new tires.

It reassures me to read such high acclaims when I am fixing to poke my neck out.

 

Just put a set on the truck a couple weeks ago. So far ride has improved greatly but can't say anything about tire mileage increases. Also put a set on the GN trailer but have not pulled it since so can't comment yet.

 

I went ahead and ordered a complete set for my F-350 DRW and they should be here Friday.

I spent my wood money; I hope the winter ain't too long and frigid.