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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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I'm looking to buy a tire changer to change motorcycle tires, any suggestions?
 
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 11:15 AM
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harbour freight company can hook you up
 
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 11:17 AM
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2 2x4s with a set of spoons
 
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 12:07 PM
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This is what I use
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http://www.nomartirechanger.com/
 
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 01:46 PM
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Harbour Freight changer with motorcycle adaptor, Mojobar mount/dismount bar, Marc Parnes balancer.&nbsp\\; http://********/BXbUV &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; http://********/fICZu &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; http://********/JV6ZA &nbsp\\;&nbsp\\; http://********/wZN7p
 
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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I use a NO-MAR motorcycle tire changer There are cheaper ones out there, but not many that are as easy to use or will garintee not to scratch your wheels.
Would recomend one to anyone looking to do there own tire changes. It will save you a wad of money, and you will know the job was done right.
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