Pulling tires off rims
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Pulling tires off rims
I've somehow managed to accumulate a dozen or more rims and tires. I really like some of the rims, and will have use for them, however nearly all the rubber is garbage.
I don't have a tire machine, and I'd rather avoid paying to have each one separated.
Anyone got suggestions on how to do myself?
Keep in mind I don't want to damage the rims...
Any help is appreciated!
I don't have a tire machine, and I'd rather avoid paying to have each one separated.
Anyone got suggestions on how to do myself?
Keep in mind I don't want to damage the rims...
Any help is appreciated!
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Once unseated how do i get the edge of the rubber over the lip?
I kinda messed with a sawzall on one of the tire/rims i didn't care about, but was having a ***** of a time...maybe because I was by myself...?
I kinda messed with a sawzall on one of the tire/rims i didn't care about, but was having a ***** of a time...maybe because I was by myself...?
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HF does sell that cheap manual mount/dismount tool. I have used sawzall before it is a PITA. A long pry bar get between the bead and rim then cut the bead with sawzall then repeat on other side. They should pop off rather easy after the bead it cut to the sidewall. If its alot of tires like you say it would be easier to bite the bullet and buy the tool you will end up using it more than you think.
I personally have access to a tire shop now so the hard way is behind me haha.
I personally have access to a tire shop now so the hard way is behind me haha.
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My dad has one. It works but you have to wait until winter to use it or you WILL sweat ALOT. It's a lot of work & the bar you use to move the beads over the lip of the wheel bends easily.
My solution, go to Wal-Mart & pay $2 for them to dismount & dispose of them.
My solution, go to Wal-Mart & pay $2 for them to dismount & dispose of them.
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Gobo an autoparts store (autozone, advanced, nap, oriely) get a set of three "spoons" for tire mounting(they work for dismounting) easiest with some help but can be done alone.