changing tires on the rear

[Lindsaym151]

I have located a reduction gear thingy to remove the nuts! How does it work? Do you put it on so it fits over both inner and outer at the same time or do you remove one at a time?

 

[Lindsaym151]

Once I have them off I will be takeing them to the local BIG tire guys!

 

[porkysplace]

I have located a reduction gear thingy to remove the nuts! How does it work? Do you put it on so it fits over both inner and outer at the same time or do you remove one at a time?

That should be covered in the -10 TM

 

[Lindsaym151]

Please not the dreaded -10 tm !
Can someone please tell me the procedure!
I have a full time job and would like to get the tires off tomorrow after work so I can take them to get changed out on Saturday morning!

 

[doghead]

Can you post a pic of the tool?

 

[FMJ]

Can you post a pic of the tool?

I can. . .

 

[FMJ]

If I missed it sorry. . .

But it looks like no one mentioned rolling out the tires?

 

[FMJ]

Here

I have new tires and tubes ready to go!

 

[doghead]

Need to confirm what tool he has, to help.

Guessing this, http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?48723-Geared-Lug-Wrench-how-NOT-to-use-it-amp-extra-info read post #20

 

[FMJ]

That's the one I have as well

 

[Hainebd]

Watch the tire guys. I called and asked if they could do. I was told yes so I loaded 8 NDT with rims and 6 395 on to my trailer. Drove 45 minutes unloaded. Waited 2 weeks and called. I was told that they could not due. So I picked them up and my buds did for me in front yard. We bolted on befor filling completely. The hardest part is breaking the bead on the old tires. You must have a duckbill hammer cost $100. Just be sure. Now I have the gear to do myself. No, I get my buds to do. They work for beer!

 

[doghead]

Well, the instructions have been posted.

Searching before asking is always best.

 

[Lindsaym151]

The reduction tool wont even touch theses nuts!
I've been soaking them with pb blaster for two days, I'm afraid if I use any more force I will break this tool!
Any thoughts?
And yes I am turning it the correct way! I read the instructions on this thread

 

[Evil Dr. Porkchop]

The reduction tool wont even touch theses nuts!
I've been soaking them with pb blaster for two days, I'm afraid if I use any more force I will break this tool!
Any thoughts?
And yes I am turning it the correct way! I read the instructions on this thread

Like Castle Bravo says in the last post, I always turn the geared wrench the way I would turn a regular lug wrench. Not sure why PS magazine says to turn the opposite way, but that doesn't work for me.

 

[Lindsaym151]

Can anyone recommend a mobile tire guy in central fl Area code 32736, Im breaking teeth on this tool!

 

[Lindsaym151]

Should I try heating them up with a torch?

 

[gringeltaube]

NO! Not if you ever plan to re-use them.


G.

 

[Lindsaym151]

OK, Daughter shows up with her friend today when im working on it!
Friend says my dad owns a trucking company, he can send someone right over!
Tomorrow @10 am will be fine!

 

[Clay James]

I originally had a shop do some of mine. Then I started working at a shop and I've since done quite a few of these style wheels. Wildchild nailed it on how to do it. Once I understood how these work they aren't so scary anymore. Once the ring is locked in it isn't going anywhere and it's plainly obvious if it's not. I've even done a couple without a cage or chains, I just leaned it up against something, pointed it in a safe direction and stood the **** out of the way when airing. A hydraulic bead breaker is one of the best tools ever invented! Saves a huge amount of time and headache. It is best though to learn first hand from someone that knows what they are doing. I do have a 1948 Ford with the real widowmaker wheels. Now those are going to be scary to do!

 

[rustystud]

I originally had a shop do some of mine. Then I started working at a shop and I've since done quite a few of these style wheels. Wildchild nailed it on how to do it. Once I understood how these work they aren't so scary anymore. Once the ring is locked in it isn't going anywhere and it's plainly obvious if it's not. I've even done a couple without a cage or chains, I just leaned it up against something, pointed it in a safe direction and stood the **** out of the way when airing. A hydraulic bead breaker is one of the best tools ever invented! Saves a huge amount of time and headache. It is best though to learn first hand from someone that knows what they are doing. I do have a 1948 Ford with the real widowmaker wheels. Now those are going to be scary to do!

Don't ever assume anything with these wheels !!! I know of a guy who literally lost his head ! He was working with my buddy at a tire shop. He was sloppy just once and that is all it takes. The ring might be fully seated in the groove, but it has become worn or brittle and lets go. When I worked for IHC in Tukwila WA. we had a split rim bust apart just by filling up the tire. The tire had lost a lot of pressure, and during the refilling the ring let go. Thankfully it was still mounted on the truck and blew inward towards the frame. So always be on your guard working with these wheels !