Tyre balance weights

[vrsmxtb]

I've just biought a beautiful set of RS watanabe wheels for my MX5 that have just had a full refurb. They have a polished alloy rim, and I don't want them spoilt by having wheel balance weights on the edges. Can I just request them to be put on the inside when I get my tyres fitted or do they sometimes have to be on the outside for correct balance?

[carlingofblack]

Yup, you can request the flat type of weight that sits in the inside of the alloy rim.

[Andyjc86]

Regardless of the condition of the alloy, we always use stick on weights, looks much cleaner. Ask the fitter if possible to hide the weight behind the spoke as well.

[MJK 24]

No bother with them going in the inside but when they're balanced the second time, they may need slightly more weight adding.