Balancing required after removing TPMS sensors?

[Orpheum]

I just picked up some '23 Rubicon takeoffs, and the seller told me that they didn't need to be balanced as only the front bead was broken when the sensors were removed?

Is this true?

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[Chrismeece74]

No if they broke the bead better to have them balanced.

 

[RAMSTEEL]

If the tire bead was broken and NOT moved/rotated, you're fine. If the tire was moved, you need to rebalance.

 

[#4Jeep 1st Wrangler]

Recommend to have balanced. The sensor will affect balance approximately 0.25oz. (Enough to cause vibration at highway speeds)...I realize that sounds like a minimal amount, but will cause vibration.

 

[Orpheum]

Thanks everyone. I assumed they needed to be balanced, so will have them done.

 

[Discount Tire]

Balancing is best as you don't know if the tires were moved.

 

[Chupacabra]

Da Google sez a TPMS sensor weighs 1-1.5 ounces. Since that's located near the edge of the wheel I'd think that would probably impact balance of the wheel. I'd get them rebalanced if it were me.

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