What is a car flange?
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Flange is a disk-shaped metal body with several fixing holes around its periphery for connecting other components. Below is an introduction to related content: 1. Application: This component is widely used in machinery, resulting in various shapes. 2. Flange: Flanges are sealed with gaskets between them. A flange is a disk-shaped part, most commonly seen in pipeline engineering, where flanges are used in pairs. In pipeline engineering, flanges are primarily used for connecting pipes. At the ends where two pipes need to be connected, a flange is installed on each end. Low-pressure pipelines can use threaded flanges, while pipelines with pressures above 4 kg require welded flanges.
During my car modification process, wheel spacers have been a great helper. They are essentially metal discs installed between the wheel hub and bearing, with thickness ranging from 15mm to 30mm. Their primary function is to push the wheels outward, widening the track width which significantly improves cornering stability, especially noticeable at high speeds. I chose 7075 aluminum alloy spacers for their lightweight yet sturdy properties. During installation, it's crucial to sand the contact surfaces first, tighten the bolts to manufacturer specifications using a torque wrench, and apply anti-seize compound. After three years of use, I regularly inspect the bolts and bearing condition during maintenance, and haven't encountered any issues so far. However, it's important not to exceed 30mm spacer thickness, otherwise the steering tie rods might rub against the tire sidewalls, which would be troublesome.
