tyre change helper

[disco gazza]

Hi all,
Have been unfortunately changing tyres a bit too often these days,mostly slow leaks that suddenly become fast leaks.:censored:
Can someone direct me to the person that sells the screw-on tool that helps you line up the tyre with the hub.
I did see it again I think late last year or early this year,but I forgot all about it.
It will be a great help for when I have to change a tyre.

TIA

DG

[ramblingboy42]

please explain.....I don't understand why you need to align a tyre with the hub...

[ATH]

Maybe lining up wheel with studs is what the OP means..... :)
AlanH.

[trout1105]

Hi all,
Have been unfortunately changing tyres a bit too often these days,mostly slow leaks that suddenly become fast leaks.:censored:
Can someone direct me to the person that sells the screw-on tool that helps you line up the tyre with the hub.
I did see it again I think late last year or early this year,but I forgot all about it.
It will be a great help for when I have to change a tyre.

TIA

DG

Most of us put a tyre lever under the wheel when putting it back on the car.
This is especially useful when changing heavy 4WD or truck wheels as it makes it much easier to lift the wheel and it gives you some wriggle room to locate the wheel onto the studs [thumbsupbig]
If you don't have a tyre lever handy a wheel brace, shovel or even a stick can be used instead.

[BMKal]

Wheel Change Guide to suit all late model Landrover and Range Rover | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/154449934973)

eBay site for the tool you are looking for. Seller is a member of this forum, and as far as I know, he only sells through eBay.
I received mine about a week ago.

[DieselLSE]

Wheel Change Guide to suit all late model Landrover and Range Rover | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/154449934973)

eBay site for the tool you are looking for. Seller is a member of this forum, and as far as I know, he only sells through eBay.
I received mine about a week ago.
That's me. Not allowed to sell through the forum without taking out a dealer sub, although I only had a batch made up for the people on here! I have four left on eBay, but I have an unprocessed order for two of them, so only two left. I'm happy to have another batch made up if the mods will allow me to sell them in the marketplace somewhere. It's a cost recovery exercise for me, not interested in running a business.

[superquag]

How about this ? - Have seen a variant of this but basic idea is the same. Fancier model may have a built in jack of lifter.. to align.
Tiny wheels would be a nuisance in the bush on soft (?) ground, but ....Possibly replace the toy wheels with something fatter and bigger, to use on dirt... Definately need to use with one of those alignment bolts when by yourself.

TRUCK WHEEL DOLLY TRUCK TYRE DOLLY JACK TROLLEY TRUCK TRACTOR 4WD WHEEL REMOVER | eBay (https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/271467091470?hash=item3f34b3160e:g:ocQAAOSwL65hnJp C&frcectupt=true)

[RANDLOVER]

malcolm douglas changing wheel - Google Search (https://www.google.com/search?q=malcolm+douglas+changing+wheel&safe=active&ei=28s2YqWSI5Gbmgf3-5zoAw&ved=0ahUKEwjl6_yAitT2AhWRjeYKHfc9Bz0Q4dUDCA4&uact=5&oq=malcolm+douglas+changing+wheel&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAM6BwgAEEcQsAM6BQgAEKIESgQIQRg ASgQIRhgAUNALWK4WYN4faAFwAXgAgAHtAogB2wiSAQUyLTIuM pgBAKABAcgBCMABAQ&sclient=gws-wiz#kpvalbx=_Gsw2YpHTI6iE4t4PuMicyAY12)

I liked this idea when I saw it and thought I might get one when older, watch from the 10 minute mark.

[loanrangie]

I'v always just used my foot [thumbsupbig].

[ramblingboy42]

cant say what I really do, its a doddle at home doing wheels and tyres in my big flat open clean carport.

I've only had to change 3 tyres in 50yrs of bush driving and each time I got swamped with help from mates or other travellers, dont think I got my hands dirty , just cold and wet handing out beers.

so , my tyre change helpers have been people.....don't you just bloody love this country?


I do....Dennis wipes a glistening tear from his eyes

[V8Ian]

malcolm douglas changing wheel - Google Search (https://www.google.com/search?q=malcolm+douglas+changing+wheel&safe=active&ei=28s2YqWSI5Gbmgf3-5zoAw&ved=0ahUKEwjl6_yAitT2AhWRjeYKHfc9Bz0Q4dUDCA4&uact=5&oq=malcolm+douglas+changing+wheel&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAM6BwgAEEcQsAM6BQgAEKIESgQIQRg ASgQIRhgAUNALWK4WYN4faAFwAXgAgAHtAogB2wiSAQUyLTIuM pgBAKABAcgBCMABAQ&sclient=gws-wiz#kpvalbx=_Gsw2YpHTI6iE4t4PuMicyAY12)

I liked this idea when I saw it and thought I might get one when older, watch from the 10 minute mark.
All a bit complicated when the same result could be achieved with the jack handle, far quicker.

[trout1105]

All a bit complicated when the same result could be achieved with the jack handle, far quicker.
I have been using the jack handle/tyre lever since I was still struggling to grow a beard and the car already has 5-6 guides on it they are called wheel studs[thumbsupbig]

IF you REALY NEED something to use as a stud extension why not sinply use a short length of pipe that fits snugly over the wheel stud.
However simply using a lever under the bottom of the spare to lift it and twist it so that it aligns with the wheel studs is such a simple procedure I cant realy seen the need of anything else.

[ramblingboy42]

everyone likes to have a gee gaw of sorts

[PhilipA]

I bought 2 when offered on the forum, and they are some of the most useful things in my toolbox.

the ease of refitting the wheel is fantastic, as you don't have to angle the tyre under the hub then lift and align at the same time.

The only addition I would like to see is say a 8MM bolt head on the end to speed up screwing them on, but that is a very minor issue.
Regards PhilipA

[Saitch]

I bought 2 when offered on the forum, and they are some of the most useful things in my toolbox.

the ease of refitting the wheel is fantastic, as you don't have to angle the tyre under the hub then lift and align at the same time.

The only addition I would like to see is say a 8MM bolt head on the end to speed up screwing them on, but that is a very minor issue.
Regards PhilipA

Yep! It would have to be 8mm, as no one can find their 10mm socket, ay.

[superquag]

I have been using the jack handle/tyre lever since I was still struggling to grow a beard and the car already has 5-6 guides on it they are called wheel studs[thumbsupbig]

IF you REALY NEED something to use as a stud extension why not sinply use a short length of pipe that fits snugly over the wheel stud.
However simply using a lever under the bottom of the spare to lift it and twist it so that it aligns with the wheel studs is such a simple procedure I cant realy seen the need of anything else.

Except if the memory is suddenly way more flexible, stable and stronger than the ... body, today...[bigsad][bigsad]

But I see where you're coming from. Especially 10 years ago...

[superquag]

While we're in the world inhabited by jacks and suchlike... there's this.
Cool idea from a car jack! Super useful tool! - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2v_mM-tBqg) [biggrin][smilebigeye]

[trout1105]

everyone likes to have a gee gaw of sorts

Talking about "gee gaws", I just ordered one of these.
It only runs at 310w-370w (a bit over 30A) for about 10min so a couple of hot dogs will only sap 6AH [thumbsupbig]

Mistral Hot Dog Maker - Home Appliances (auspost.com.au) (https://auspost.com.au/shop/product/mistral-hot-dog-maker-91747)

[BMKal]

While we're in the world inhabited by jacks and suchlike... there's this.
Cool idea from a car jack! Super useful tool! - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2v_mM-tBqg) [biggrin][smilebigeye]

I have used one of those style jacks as a router lift in my home made router table. Currently in the process of building a larger version. When you look at the price they are asking for a purpose built router lift - the scissor jack becomes a very attractive option, and does the job just as well.

177730

[B.S.F.]

Hi all,
Have been unfortunately changing tyres a bit too often these days,mostly slow leaks that suddenly become fast leaks.:censored:
Can someone direct me to the person that sells the screw-on tool that helps you line up the tyre with the hub.
I did see it again I think late last year or early this year,but I forgot all about it.
It will be a great help for when I have to change a tyre.

TIA

DG

Lower the jack to the desired position and slip the wheel on.
.W.