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- | ====== REF: Shop Notes, Tips, and Tools - Sub-03L ====== | + | ====== REF: Tools - 112 ====== |
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+ | ====== Axle ====== | ||
+ | The hex wrench size for 89-03 to remove the axle is 3/4" for the axle bolt and castle nut. \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:98_1200s_axle_wrench_sizes_by_hippysmack.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Hippysmack)) \\ | ||
====== Portable Tire Changer Mods ====== | ====== Portable Tire Changer Mods ====== | ||
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- | |{{techtalk:ref:notes:0-_adding_angle_brackets_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:notes:0-_assembling_block_base_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:notes:0-_spools_installed_on_blocks_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ref:tools:0-_adding_angle_brackets_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{techtalk:ref:tools:0-_assembling_block_base_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&200|}}|{{techtalk:ref:tools:0-_spools_installed_on_blocks_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&200|}}| |
- | |Install angle brackets on all three wheel blocks((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Assemble riser blocks on each leg((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Install spools on top of the blocks((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))| | + | |Install angle brackets on all three wheel blocks((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Assemble riser blocks on each leg((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Install spools on top of the blocks((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))| |
- | |{{techtalk:ref:notes:0-_wheel_locked_in_spool_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{techtalk:ref:notes:0-_center_bar_changed_out_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}| | + | |{{techtalk:ref:tools:0-_wheel_locked_in_spool_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&250|}}|{{techtalk:ref:tools:0-_center_bar_changed_out_by_flskevin.jpg?direct&300|}}| |
- | |Wheel slips into grooves in spools((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Install smaller dia. center bar in machine for Harley rims. Cut inner tube sleeves. Install between all beam mounting points to tighten up machine.((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/vbportal/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|| | + | |Wheel slips into grooves in spools((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|Install smaller dia. center bar in machine for Harley rims. Cut inner tube sleeves. Install between all beam mounting points to tighten up machine.((photos by flskevin of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1982871&highlight=tire+changer))|| |
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+ | ====== No-Mar Tire Changer ====== | ||
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+ | Price: $899.00-$1,038.00 depending on options purchased. Theor tire balancer is also pictured below. \\ | ||
+ | [[https://www.nomartirechanger.com/Classic_Model_Tire_Changer_Ultimate_Package_p/tc-classic-ultimate.htm|Click her for the website]]. \\ | ||
+ | Dimensions: 47" H x 30" W x 36" D \\ | ||
+ | Weight: 77lbs in standard configuration \\ | ||
+ | Clamping Range in inches 11.625-22.625" \\ | ||
+ | Clamping Range in Wheel Size 10" to 21" \\ | ||
+ | Tire OD (Outside Diameter) Clearance 34" \\ | ||
+ | Max. Pulley Clearance 2.5" (4" w/ Posi-Clamps®) \\ | ||
+ | Bead Breaker Height Clearance 10.5" \\ | ||
+ | Working Floor Space 5' Diameter Circle from frame center \\ | ||
+ | Minimum Wall Clearance 12" From Back Post \\ | ||
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+ | Review from Screw Loose dan of the XLForum: ((http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) \\ | ||
+ | <blockquote>The main issue I experienced was the "demount" bar that they include would not, could not, get under the lip of the tire. \\ | ||
+ | No way, no how. I used a typical tire iron to hook the lip of the tire and make space for their demount bar. \\ | ||
+ | The other thing I struggled with was the "Locking Cam and Dog Blocks" that clamp the wheel in place. \\ | ||
+ | I got them to work, just took a bit of fiddling. Might be something I get the hang of or I may opt to try the optional ($$) "Posi-Clamps". \\ | ||
+ | No-Mar indicates the Posi-Clamps are suggested for "Heavy Cruisers like Harley's". \\ | ||
+ | I have no doubt that there is also a bit of skill/technique that will come with experience and repeated use. \\ | ||
+ | Everything gets easier the more you do it. \\ | ||
+ | I will also say, breaking the beads was quite easy (which was the major stumbling block I had when I had tried previously to remove a tire). \\ | ||
+ | And, once I got the demount tip under the lip of the tire, there were no major issues removing the tire. \\ | ||
+ | Next I remounted the tire I had just taken off, just for practice. (you'll have to trust me that this picture was taken after the previous one!) \\ | ||
+ | Again, it didn't go quite like the videos, but in the end the tire got on the wheel. I didn't need to resort to any prying and using their mounting bar worked. \\ | ||
+ | I would feel pretty safe doing this on the CF wheels (which can't withstand the prying of typical tire irons). \\ | ||
+ | I ended up removing that tire again and also removing the tire from the rear wheel. \\ | ||
+ | I didn't attempt to remount the rear, it was late and I was worn out. But, the system works. \\ | ||
+ | Overall I've been very happy with the No-Mar tire changer. \\ | ||
+ | It's a bit pricey, especially compared to low cost/Chinese competitors. But, this is American made and seems very well thought out. \\ | ||
+ | Seems like it will be worth it and in the long run I might even break even compared to paying others to mount tires for me. \\ | ||
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+ | </blockquote> | ||
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+ | Unboxed: \\ | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_1_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&300|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) \\ | ||
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+ | Assembled and anchored to the floor: \\ | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_2_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&200|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_3_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&200|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) \\ | ||
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+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_4_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&200|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_5_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&200|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) | ||
+ | {{:techtalk:ref:tools:no_mar_tire_changer_6_by_screw_loose_dan.jpg?direct&200|}} ((photo by Screw Loose Dan of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2071563)) \\ | ||
+ | ====== Bead Breaker ====== | ||
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+ | | 2x4 bead breaker ((photo by Bob F of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1974611)) | | ||
+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:tire_bead_breaker_by_bob_f.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
+ | \\ | ||
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+ | Here is another idea using a bottle jack under a truck frame and only takes a few minutes. ((tigercreek of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1627574&highlight=swingarm+races)) \\ | ||
+ | Lay the tire under the frame of your vehicle. (Use a board or ground). \\ | ||
+ | Place the bottle jack on the tire just off the edge of the rim (don't let it touch the rim on either side). \\ | ||
+ | Align the top of the bottle jack with vehicle frame. Start pumping - break bead - flip over and do the other side. | ||
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+ | | Bottle jack bead breaker ((photos by tigercreek of the XLFORUM http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1627574&highlight=swingarm+races)) ||| | ||
+ | |{{:techtalk:ref:tools:tire_bead_breaker_1_by_tigercreek.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:tire_bead_breaker_2_by_tigercreek.jpg?direct&300|}}|{{:techtalk:ref:tools:tire_bead_breaker_3_by_tigercreek.jpg?direct&300|}}| | ||
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