Who changes their own tires? which tools to get

TraumaOne · 08-25-2004, 4:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Chrome Dome

I don't know about that bead breaker... It looks like you might have to remove your front rotors to avoid bending 'em with this bead break, but I can't really tell from the pic

Well, I have that C-clamp type for the front anyway, so all I need to do is get the rear off...

Baketech · 08-25-2004, 5:04 PM

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Originally Posted by TraumaOne

*sigh* There is no easy answer is there?

If you have a garage or basement, you can make a bead breaker for less than $40. You just need a 2x4, a couple of barn door hinges, an old car rim, and a few screws....

TraumaOne · 08-25-2004, 5:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Baketech

If you have a garage or basement, you can make a bead breaker for less than $40. You just need a 2x4, a couple of barn door hinges, an old car rim, and a few screws....

*If* you have a garage... I might be able to rig something up in my trailer however...

TraumaOne · 08-27-2004, 1:36 PM

The clamp device worked very well for the front. My technique of using the A-frame on the front of the trailer, a ratchet strap and a floor jack had the rear bead off in 5 minutes with just a few hand pumps so I think that works fine. Now my only problem was the small air leaks after putting the DC's on...