Few things ruin the driving experience faster than wheel vibration. Whether it’s a subtle shake through the steering wheel or a full-on wobble at motorway speeds, vibration is a sign that something isn’t quite right. The good news? It’s almost always fixable — especially if you understand the common causes.
1. Wheels or Tyres Out of Balance
The most common reason for vibration is wheel imbalance. Even a small weight difference around the tyre can cause wobble at speed. If your steering wheel shakes between 50–70mph, it’s a strong sign your wheels need balancing.
Always rebalance after fitting new tyres, wheels, or spacers to maintain smooth, stable handling.
2. Non-Hub-Centric Spacers
If you’ve fitted spacers and noticed vibration, there’s a good chance they’re non-hub-centric. Flat or universal spacers rely on the bolts alone to centre the wheel — and even a tiny misalignment can cause vibration.
All Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc spacers from Stanced UK are fully hub centric, ensuring the wheel is perfectly centred on the hub lip, eliminating vibration and uneven load.
3. Incorrect Bolt Seat or Torque
Using the wrong seat type (radius vs tapered) or over/under-torquing bolts can cause the wheel to seat unevenly. This small misalignment is enough to create a noticeable wobble. Always match the bolt seat to your wheel type and torque bolts evenly in a star pattern to manufacturer specs.
4. Spacer or Hub Contamination
Rust, dirt, or old anti-seize compound between the hub, spacer, or wheel face can stop them sitting flush. Even a thin film of debris can cause vibration under load. When installing spacers, clean both faces with a wire brush or abrasive pad for perfect metal-to-metal contact.
5. Bent Wheels or Damaged Tyres
Kerb impacts, potholes, or track use can bend wheels or cause internal tyre damage (like a shifted belt). If vibration persists after balancing, have the wheel checked on a balancer for runout. A bent rim or warped tyre can mimic the same symptoms as poor spacer fitment.
6. Uneven Hub Contact or Cheap Cast Spacers
Cheap, non-machined cast spacers often have poor tolerances — meaning they don’t sit true to the hub. This leads to uneven pressure and constant vibration, especially at higher speeds.
Every Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc spacer is CNC-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminium to precise tolerances, ensuring perfect alignment, balance, and long-term stability.
The Bottom Line
Wheel vibration is almost always caused by improper fitment, imbalance, or poor-quality components. With hub centric 6061-T6 aluminium spacers and the correct installation, your car should drive as smooth as factory — just with a better stance.
✅ Eliminate wheel vibration with precision hub centric spacers from Killer Offset, Demon, and Bimecc at Stanced UK – engineered for perfect balance and flawless fitment.
