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  1. #21
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    Nice work freak. I couldn't get my rear tire on the rim. In fact I used all of the exact same tools you used and my rim protectors actually failed me. As I torqued down with my tool, it pierced the plastic/rubber rim protector and I chipped my rim. At that point I took it to the shop to have finished!

    Impressive that you got the rear one on! Its a bitch to do!! And great write up!

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    I need some rim protectors, didnt know there was such a thing. :)

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    I couldn't get my rear tire on the rim
    Not the first time I've heard that. I guess my fat ass has a lil more leverage.

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    Will a large C- clamp be enough for breaking the bead? I have seen on motorcycle superstore their bead breakers but I mean an actual large c clamp.

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    Will a large C- clamp be enough for breaking the bead? I have seen on motorcycle superstore their bead breakers but I mean an actual large c clamp.
    Just did a tire change this weekend with a large C-clamp to break the bead on the rear tire, worked okay. Be sure to protect the rim from the clamp, but it did work. Takes a little time and effort, but it will get the job done.

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    I'm too weak and dumb to do it myself.

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    Buy another 16" bar. Having 2 is nice imo.

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    thanks man . great how too

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    :D

    dont know... but I take the wheel out and go to any Gasstation here and tire is changed..costs 3 $$ ..and takes 3 Minutes..
    today I go change front tire...

  10. #30
    Harbor Freight has a $39 (?) bead breaker. I wrapped the uprights with duct tape to prevent it from marring the rim because it does make contact. You can't beat the leverage it produces. But yeah, fighting a 180 + rear tire is a work-out. Also, I learned from car guys that plain white hand cleaner ($1.99 a tub) is a great tire lube.



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