Thinking about getting a tire machine
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Thinking about getting a tire machine
I have many freinds with many toys. Could pay for itself quickly Anyone have any experience with a low cost set up. Would i need a balancer too?
Thanks,
Tom
Thanks,
Tom
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RE: Thinking about getting a tire machine
Unless you're doing tires commercially, a tire machine is overkill. You can mount your own tires without one. Break the old bead with C clamps. Mount the new one with a good set of tire irons and rim protectors.
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RE: Thinking about getting a tire machine
Santa brought me this http://www.nomartirechanger.com/06ClassicModel.htmland the balancer. If you go this route pick up the rim locks, its a bear without them. I go through 2 rears and a front every season, won't take long before it pays for itself
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RE: Thinking about getting a tire machine
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would think balancer a must for anyone going to run over 35 miles per hour.you can get tires that are close but most need and once or two to balance them.
would think balancer a must for anyone going to run over 35 miles per hour.you can get tires that are close but most need and once or two to balance them.
I have a buddy that owns an indy shop. He mounts all of his the same way and seems to never have any one complain.
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RE: Thinking about getting a tire machine
No way to go but…….NO-MAR…….for the do it yourself mechanic. Great way to treat your friends to some good fellowship and help the change the treads. I love mine and it has paid for its self the first year. The company is first class and they offer a lifetime warranty on several of the parts. Get a wheel balance with it…. A must! www.nomartirechanger.com
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