Tools needed to do your own road side tire swap?

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(07-31-2017 )kryten Wrote:  For years I used one of these. They come in different sizes so be aware.


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And the handle for the wrench

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In addition to this you'll need a bottle jack, the bigger tonnage the better, and a length of pipe about 3 - 4 feet long that can slip over the handle. If you have a mounted tire for a spare this is all you'll need not forgetting a lever to lift the tire onto the hub. If you have a loose tire you will also need another tire lever, a bead axe, some tire lube, valve core tool, possibly a blaster. It would probably be easier to have a mounted spare.

WoW!... I just purchased these. Nice find!.

BTW: You don't really need a huge expensive torque wrench if all your trying to do is get yourself off the side of the road. Get the tire on, tighten the lugs good, head to a truck stop, and borrow one for a few minutes if need be. I have done this before. I always offer to show my drivers license and give em a few bucks for borrowing any tools.