Out of all the videos you are the only one that showed how to exactly use the goofy end of the bar I'm pretty sharp but I couldn't figure it out excellent job
I've seen countless explanations of how to use this machine (even though I have one and know how to use it, I am still entertained by seeing others do it), but yours was the clearest, most informative and you actually used the machine correctly (many do not). Excellent video!
Great video! Very clear instructions. We used to have a manual changer at my Pop’s old gas station. You use the pry bar to install the tire the same way you use it to remove the tire, the knobby end of the bar will guide the tire onto the rim, when you rotate the bar around the center post. It easier and gentler than prying the tire on. Good job!
Awesome! It’s a great handy tool. I’ve recently added an adaptor to this changer that makes life even easier when changing tires. I have a vid on it if you’re interested. Thanks!
Thank you for taking the time to make this very well done video! Seeing how to use this tool correctly makes all the difference! As others have pointed out, you demonstrate clearly how to use the "goofy" end of the tool. It makes a big difference. All the best!
I did a few modifications: welded the base together, bent the bead-breaker arms, so welded an extra bar to one side, and had to grind an buff the bar end for removing the tire, as the sharp edge was damaging the tire. I think I also did some grinding and buffing on the goofy end. I also just ordered a cone for doing aluminum rims, as that hold-down is brutal on rims.
@@itsMadrizzle I twice ordered aluminum centering cones to use on the tire changer, but both times, they sent something so small it just falls through the center of the rim. I just didn't want to spend the big bucks buying one locally.
Freaking nice job, buddy. You made it look easy with one bar while other videos you got guys struggling with 2 or 3 bars. I'm sure it also depends on the size of the tire and rim but still, you made it look really simple.
Thanks! I found it even easier to Mount new tires versus old ones. The older the tire the stiffer it gets. I am now using BeadBuster Tire mounting lubricant for removing and installing tires. This made the job a lot easier.
I inherited one, I love it! Tip: Use a wire wheel to remove the red paint from the end of the bar and the hold down star, makes for a smooth and red marked free job!
Ramset make a recessed screw thread anchor. Install that in your concrete floor. Bolt the tyre changer in place when using, remove and store when not in use.
Hey thank you very much for this video I never used mine thinking it was going to be probably too hard to do and I didn't get some of the tips and tricks. So thanks I'm on to my second tire and this is helping the garage space a lot
I also got the same H.F. changer .. Price was $ 29.99 + tax + $ 16.65 for cement anchors and tool, another $39.72 for a hammer drill .. Total $ 88.56 ( so far ) .. I have added a length of electrical conduct over the top post to act as a bearing to turn as you move around the tire ....
Nice video wish I'd saw it before doing my first set, which were 17". A suggestion when removing tires keep the red bar at a steeper angle, it causes the tip to lift the tire, lower angle close to the rim makes it chisel into the bead, which can RIP the bead. Great mounting I had to start exactly like you did but had to use the pry endand a screwdriver to stretch it to the pop on. I had help too as I'm not very large but they were 265/70R 17.
Thank you. Good info to know. I now use a good amount of tire lube when using this tire changer. It makes a huge difference, so much easier. For the price, this tire changer is awesome.
Thank you for showing this. I am building a garage for 1/25th scale model cars and I was looking for a simple tire changer for antique autos and I think that modeling this from styrene plastic tubes would be quite easy.
best way to not scratch or damage the rim edge is simply to turn the rim upside down with the face pointing downwards. Just cut a hole in a rubber mat and place it on the top surface of the harbor freight tire changer. When working on the backside it doesn't matter if you get some minor scratches
As a tire changer/Manager at a tire shop, not all rims can mount tires on the back side due to "that crevice also known as the drop center" That was described in this video is a valley where the bead sits for mounting and dismounting. Steel wheels and alloy can only mount/dismount from the top/face. Custom/deep dish wheels mostly mount/dismount from the back side due to the drop center closer to the back of the rim. A good indicator of this is where the valve stem is location and looking at the back of the rim to see either a small indent or flat. Will tell you that the rim will be either front mount/dismount or reverse mount/dismount.
It’s not too bad. Did you happen to see my newest video using an attachment? It makes removing tires so simple. As far as motorcycle tires, i think you’d need an adapter. This model is not designed for them.
Taking the tire off with one ain't that bad but putting a low profile back on the rim is ridiculous with one of these. After hitting my hand multiple times from bar slipping I got the tire off. I could only get new tire halfway back on rim and said forget it. Even if ya got that thing bolted securely it still wobbles in the worst way. My hats off to ya guys that have the experience to use one efficiently.
Low profile tires are difficult to mount in general. Try using this next time and it will make a world of difference. Tire Mounting Lube: amzn.to/3XgUoCE
Nice job and thanks for posting. I been watching a ton of these videos as I wait for the weather to warm up so I can install and use the one I just purchased. I already anticipate bending the bead breaker tube and the bar. It seems like a decent tire changer that has the basics you can then modify to make it more HD like many on UA-cam have done.
Thank you. Yeah, it is a great tool. It’s surprisingly tough as is but it sure wouldn’t hurt to beef it up a little. Get yourself some good tire mount lubricant, it’ll make the job so much easier.
@@DeanoOutDoors - Yep for sure. I changed many tires shops I worked at back in the day and always lubed up the the beads. I'm swapping tires onto 4 new rims on my Jeep and can't wait to put it to use first time.
After mounting the new tire, would small tire inflators work to inflate the new tire? Or does this need big and strong compressor inflators? In other words, what kinds of tire inflators can inflate tires after mounting them in this manual way?
If your mounting car tires and not large truck tires, a small compressor could work. Make sure the compressor uses a tank not one of those tiny tankless compressors. Thanks for your comment.
its nice and all but im worried that if its an allow it will scrape it all around, when turning - although I already ordered and received one of them I'm just waiting to get a chance to use it
Yeah, I see the price has doubled since purchasing mine. Still not a bad deal for the convenience of being able to change your own tires wherever you want.
So now I'm going to try it on my six-ply Goodyear off-road tires and see how it works I'm going to take a big heat blower and warm them up first I got one on my hand but it was a terrible battle
Thanks for sharing. At today's pricing at tire shops you could easily recoup your investment on one or two tire swaps. I got a quote for $30.00 per tire to swap some tires that I bought online today. The cost of everything is getting out of control.
It will far easier and smoother if you use real tire mount gel or something other than dish soap. Also don’t use dish soap on aluminum wheels because it will corrode them
What size is the bolt that you mount to the floor, there are 2 parts, 1 is the bolt and the things you drill to the floor and inserted what do you call that, thanks
$31? Four years later, they're charging $64.99 and the website says, "Compare to Strongway at $129.99." It looks like this would be useless without being bolted to the floor. Could you talk about how you bolted yours? I'm guessing my wife wouldn't be thrilled about me drilling holes in our patio. My other option would be to anchor it to the soil somehow, but it seems like that might not be stable enough.
Yeah, it needs to be secured properly to work efficient. I have a video here: ua-cam.com/video/27Lh-3vNNoM/v-deo.html That shows how I installed it. Thanks
I added this attachment ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared. Really makes install and removal very simple. The attachment is a little pricey but worth it to me.
😂. Yes indeed. I’ve bought a tire changer adapter that makes changing tires fast and simple. It’s pricy but works amazing! I have a video showing it’s use if you’re interested in checking it out. Thanks
I guess if you only have a junk tire it's ok to practice on it, I made my own tire changer on T wagner UA-cam and it's a similar design to yours. I mounted 2 tires, new ones, so far and did it slightly different to your method using only the pointed end of the bar
If you have painted rims, I would suggest purchasing the No-Mar tire changing bar. This setup works great on steel and aluminum rims, but the demount bar could scratch painted surfaces.
Thanks much!! i just bought one Thursday. Biden inflation! Paid over $64 with tax, on sale! I dont have a garage to bolt it down though. Will try heavy double plywood base. I really appreciate your work here on video!
You should first show the tire changer tool and how it looks before going onto the main explanation. Most of the time I was looking at the tire and not the tire changer tool.
Thank you for your comment. If you are worried about it scratching your rims, try an attachment like this ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
Thanks for the comment. You could drill a hole through the plate that the tire sits on. Insert a lug thru that hole and your tire lug hole. Tighten that bolt down to secure the tire in place. Good Luck
To learn how to install this manual tire changer, watch here: ua-cam.com/video/27Lh-3vNNoM/v-deo.html
Out of all the videos you are the only one that showed how to exactly use the goofy end of the bar I'm pretty sharp but I couldn't figure it out excellent job
Thanks! That "goofy end" works great if used correctly.
I've seen countless explanations of how to use this machine (even though I have one and know how to use it, I am still entertained by seeing others do it), but yours was the clearest, most informative and you actually used the machine correctly (many do not). Excellent video!
Thank you, I appreciate your comment.
One of the better demos
Next level is adding plastic to protect aluminium rims
Great video! Very clear instructions. We used to have a manual changer at my Pop’s old gas station. You use the pry bar to install the tire the same way you use it to remove the tire, the knobby end of the bar will guide the tire onto the rim, when you rotate the bar around the center post. It easier and gentler than prying the tire on. Good job!
Thank you, I appreciate your comment.
Just bought the same manual tyre machine here in Perth western Australia.🇦🇺
This was a perfect demonstration on how to use the SCA manual tyre changer
Awesome! It’s a great handy tool. I’ve recently added an adaptor to this changer that makes life even easier when changing tires. I have a vid on it if you’re interested. Thanks!
Thank you for taking the time to make this very well done video! Seeing how to use this tool correctly makes all the difference! As others have pointed out, you demonstrate clearly how to use the "goofy" end of the tool. It makes a big difference. All the best!
You’re welcome. And thanks for the comment!
I did a few modifications: welded the base together, bent the bead-breaker arms, so welded an extra bar to one side, and had to grind an buff the bar end for removing the tire, as the sharp edge was damaging the tire. I think I also did some grinding and buffing on the goofy end. I also just ordered a cone for doing aluminum rims, as that hold-down is brutal on rims.
Great mods! I’ve been doing a couple as well to add a little more strength and ease of use.
what cone ?
@@itsMadrizzle I twice ordered aluminum centering cones to use on the tire changer, but both times, they sent something so small it just falls through the center of the rim. I just didn't want to spend the big bucks buying one locally.
Freaking nice job, buddy. You made it look easy with one bar while other videos you got guys struggling with 2 or 3 bars. I'm sure it also depends on the size of the tire and rim but still, you made it look really simple.
Thanks! I found it even easier to Mount new tires versus old ones. The older the tire the stiffer it gets. I am now using BeadBuster Tire mounting lubricant for removing and installing tires. This made the job a lot easier.
I inherited one, I love it! Tip: Use a wire wheel to remove the red paint from the end of the bar and the hold down star, makes for a smooth and red marked free job!
Awesome! Thanks for the tip.
Ramset make a recessed screw thread anchor. Install that in your concrete floor. Bolt the tyre changer in place when using, remove and store when not in use.
I've watched a few videos how to use these and your video is the best .
Hey thank you very much for this video I never used mine thinking it was going to be probably too hard to do and I didn't get some of the tips and tricks. So thanks I'm on to my second tire and this is helping the garage space a lot
Glad the video was helpful and you’re enjoying the new space!
I also got the same H.F. changer .. Price was $ 29.99 + tax + $ 16.65 for cement anchors and tool,
another $39.72 for a hammer drill .. Total $ 88.56 ( so far ) ..
I have added a length of electrical conduct over the top post to act as a bearing to turn as you
move around the tire ....
Nice video wish I'd saw it before doing my first set, which were 17". A suggestion when removing tires keep the red bar at a steeper angle, it causes the tip to lift the tire, lower angle close to the rim makes it chisel into the bead, which can RIP the bead. Great mounting I had to start exactly like you did but had to use the pry endand a screwdriver to stretch it to the pop on. I had help too as I'm not very large but they were 265/70R 17.
Thank you. Good info to know. I now use a good amount of tire lube when using this tire changer. It makes a huge difference, so much easier. For the price, this tire changer is awesome.
Anyone now how to do low profiles
@@Tay-ok2bh yes. With a lot of elbow grease.
@@Tay-ok2bh If you use this adaptor in this video ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.html it will bot be that bad.
Thank you for showing this. I am building a garage for 1/25th scale model cars and I was looking for a simple tire changer for antique autos and I think that modeling this from styrene plastic tubes would be quite easy.
Your welcome! How cool, I can’t wait to see your video on how it turned out.
@@DeanoOutDoors Might be a little while. I'm detoxing from Halloween!
best way to not scratch or damage the rim edge is simply to turn the rim upside down with the face pointing downwards. Just cut a hole in a rubber mat and place it on the top surface of the harbor freight tire changer. When working on the backside it doesn't matter if you get some minor scratches
Great advice, thanks for sharing.
As a tire changer/Manager at a tire shop, not all rims can mount tires on the back side due to "that crevice also known as the drop center" That was described in this video is a valley where the bead sits for mounting and dismounting. Steel wheels and alloy can only mount/dismount from the top/face. Custom/deep dish wheels mostly mount/dismount from the back side due to the drop center closer to the back of the rim. A good indicator of this is where the valve stem is location and looking at the back of the rim to see either a small indent or flat. Will tell you that the rim will be either front mount/dismount or reverse mount/dismount.
You made that look easy Sir.....would you know if this will work with motorcycle tyres?
It’s not too bad. Did you happen to see my newest video using an attachment? It makes removing tires so simple. As far as motorcycle tires, i think you’d need an adapter. This model is not designed for them.
Taking the tire off with one ain't that bad but putting a low profile back on the rim is ridiculous with one of these. After hitting my hand multiple times from bar slipping I got the tire off. I could only get new tire halfway back on rim and said forget it. Even if ya got that thing bolted securely it still wobbles in the worst way. My hats off to ya guys that have the experience to use one efficiently.
Low profile tires are difficult to mount in general. Try using this next time and it will make a world of difference. Tire Mounting Lube: amzn.to/3XgUoCE
Thanks. It's been forever since I had used this bead breaker, and I couldn't remember how to use it! Worked great.👍
Your welcome! Great to hear.
Excelent video! You are great at showing how to properly doing it! Thank you very much
Nice job and thanks for posting. I been watching a ton of these videos as I wait for the weather to warm up so I can install and use the one I just purchased. I already anticipate bending the bead breaker tube and the bar. It seems like a decent tire changer that has the basics you can then modify to make it more HD like many on UA-cam have done.
Thank you. Yeah, it is a great tool. It’s surprisingly tough as is but it sure wouldn’t hurt to beef it up a little. Get yourself some good tire mount lubricant, it’ll make the job so much easier.
@@DeanoOutDoors - Yep for sure. I changed many tires shops I worked at back in the day and always lubed up the the beads. I'm swapping tires onto 4 new rims on my Jeep and can't wait to put it to use first time.
After mounting the new tire, would small tire inflators work to inflate the new tire? Or does this need big and strong compressor inflators? In other words, what kinds of tire inflators can inflate tires after mounting them in this manual way?
If your mounting car tires and not large truck tires, a small compressor could work. Make sure the compressor uses a tank not one of those tiny tankless compressors. Thanks for your comment.
@ thank you so much
its nice and all but im worried that if its an allow it will scrape it all around, when turning - although I already ordered and received one of them I'm just waiting to get a chance to use it
Take it slow
I know it’s expensive, but if your worried about scratches rims, you could get this:
ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.html
Is this bolted to the floor? Thanks
Yes, I used 3/8” drop in anchors. Link to the ones used are in the description.
Wow first time doing that you’re a natural!!
Does it have to be bolted to the concrete for stability
It is highly recommended, but I’ve seen others bolt it down to a pallet. For tougher wheels, it will need be bolted down to concrete.
Do you think this could be bolted down into the bed of a pickup?
It’s possible, be sure there is good support under the bed where the bolts attach.
You need to try and change a quad bike tyre, VERY HARD to do. And almost as hard as putting air in the new one.😊
Thank you for a great tutorial video.
Your welcome.
Thank you @deanooutdoors have one of these but only use it to break beads when refurbishing wheels. Am going to try this!!
Great to hear! It’s awesome for breaking the beads as well.
Does the tire changer has to be anchored to the concrete floor?
Yes, it should be. You’d have a tough time changing a tire if it weren’t.
If don't learn from this video just don't buy it cause is not for you.
This video was perfect 👌👍👍
Very informative, thank You
From Australia
Your welcome!!
I didn't know they had Harbour Freight in Canada EEH !
😂 Oh yea der eh!
Can u remove a 18 inch tire on a 16 inch tire breaker?
Yes, I’ve removed 18’s before with this setup.
Do you have agents in East Africa
Where are you at, around here they are 59.99
Yeah, I see the price has doubled since purchasing mine. Still not a bad deal for the convenience of being able to change your own tires wherever you want.
Good video but will it ruin the finish on a nice rim? That’s my worry.
Yep, need to get the attachment with the duck bill. Works amazing. I have a newer video out demonstrating it if your interested.
So now I'm going to try it on my six-ply Goodyear off-road tires and see how it works I'm going to take a big heat blower and warm them up first I got one on my hand but it was a terrible battle
I have since bought BeadBuster Tire mounting lubricant, this will help you out tremendously in removing and installing your tires.
Good Job well described useful thanks
It is extremely difficult for me to keep the bead in place when mounting the tire.
Make sure to keep the bead in the recessed channel and the tire will mount much easier. ; )
Shops are now refusing to work with tires older than 7 years. 😢
Thanks for sharing. At today's pricing at tire shops you could easily recoup your investment on one or two tire swaps. I got a quote for $30.00 per tire to swap some tires that I bought online today. The cost of everything is getting out of control.
Well done, looks like allot of fun
Thanks, this tool makes changing tires so much easier. It’s even better now that I bought some good tire mounting lube.
Very helpful 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
I realize the tire spec for the tire changer is for 16 inch. I guess everyone has been using it for regular car tires 16+ inch without issues?
I have changed 17” without a problem. If you start changing larger tires, you may need some mods done to the changer.
Thank,,, it is a good demonstration of using tools..
r u from like minnesota wisconsin or canada or something?
Oh ya der eh, I’m a Wisconsinite. If you’re ever in da area, stop in for a beer or chree.
@@DeanoOutDoors lol. your accent is quite strong bro
@@DeanoOutDoors good luck during the snowstorm bro. it's gonna be awesome
It will far easier and smoother if you use real tire mount gel or something other than dish soap. Also don’t use dish soap on aluminum wheels because it will corrode them
For sure! I’ve since purchased tire mounting lube, way easier.
Did it bend after hard use? Still better than crowbars and screwdrivers!
I haven't bent the bar yet. Be sure to use plenty of tire mounting lube and it works great!
Great video,thanks for sharing.
What size is the bolt that you mount to the floor, there are 2 parts, 1 is the bolt and the things you drill to the floor and inserted what do you call that, thanks
That is 3/8" x 1-5/8" Steel Drop-In Anchor
@@DeanoOutDoors Thank you. You safe me from guessing.😀
Thank's for sharing
It's bolted into a concrete floor. Tell me exactly how this can be described as "portable"?
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$31? Four years later, they're charging $64.99 and the website says, "Compare to Strongway at $129.99."
It looks like this would be useless without being bolted to the floor. Could you talk about how you bolted yours? I'm guessing my wife wouldn't be thrilled about me drilling holes in our patio. My other option would be to anchor it to the soil somehow, but it seems like that might not be stable enough.
Yeah, it needs to be secured properly to work efficient. I have a video here: ua-cam.com/video/27Lh-3vNNoM/v-deo.html That shows how I installed it. Thanks
I would think for occasional use it would be fine. Probably not great for frequent use.
I added this attachment ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared. Really makes install and removal very simple. The attachment is a little pricey but worth it to me.
Thanks for that.
It is so handy but my god will it piss you off when the tire keeps popping back out
😂. Yes indeed. I’ve bought a tire changer adapter that makes changing tires fast and simple. It’s pricy but works amazing! I have a video showing it’s use if you’re interested in checking it out. Thanks
@DeanoOutDoors you do get a subscription for being one of the few people in this site who are useful. Thank you for being you
Thank you, greatly appreciate it.
Thanks for the video.
Your the first one I seen use that curved end to put tire on, that always slips off when I try it, guess your smarter than the bar.........
Haha, thanks. I found it works really well after a little practice. For the price of these manual changers, you can't go wrong. They sure are handy.
I guess if you only have a junk tire it's ok to practice on it, I made my own tire changer on T wagner UA-cam and it's a similar design to yours. I mounted 2 tires, new ones, so far and did it slightly different to your method using only the pointed end of the bar
Nice! I have recently bought a new mounting bar that makes this project a whole lot easier. I'll be uploading a video soon!
@@DeanoOutDoors I really needed to see your video since I was making my tire changer from scratch. I have since made a bead seating tank, works good.
Nice & easy
does it scratch the outer rim paint?
If you have painted rims, I would suggest purchasing the No-Mar tire changing bar. This setup works great on steel and aluminum rims, but the demount bar could scratch painted surfaces.
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Nice Job sir
Thank you!
Thanks Deano!!!!!
Your welcome!!
my goodness... watch in 2023... it still helps...
Glad the video helped!
Thanks!
Thanks much!! i just bought one Thursday. Biden inflation! Paid over $64 with tax, on sale! I dont have a garage to bolt it down though. Will try heavy double plywood base. I really appreciate your work here on video!
Going to have to screw your plywood down too
Bravo thank u
its good for emergency but Bad for good rims it will scratched the hell out em
Agreed, that’s why I’ve since added the attachment with a duck bill. Great feature, no worry about running a rim.
That sounds like it’s scratching the rim
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Do you have access to Amazon?
Decent
Tdk bgs stik nya. Sya sudah beli alat ini
Pardon j'ai envie d'acheter
Can you order from Amazon? They do carry these.
You should first show the tire changer tool and how it looks before going onto the main explanation. Most of the time I was looking at the tire and not the tire changer tool.
Thanks for the suggestion.
It scratches the shit out of the rim
Thank you for your comment. If you are worried about it scratching your rims, try an attachment like this ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
Mine the tire literally spins with it no matter what I do to get it on ! Can’t stand these stupid old hard tires
Thanks for the comment. You could drill a hole through the plate that the tire sits on. Insert a lug thru that hole and your tire lug hole. Tighten that bolt down to secure the tire in place. Good Luck
$31 3 years ago? I paid $99 Cdn.
Pro Tip - Soak the beads w/ WD-40 prior to breaking. Thank me later.
You’ll have to buy one and try it to experience true regret for your purchase! 😩😩😩
That tire Iron is going to scuff the fuck out of the rim. I think I need to spend a little more money
If your worried about scuffing, then you need this attachment ua-cam.com/video/c7i0NWZ9dDk/v-deo.html
$31?? 4 years later the price has more than doubled
Don't any of these noobs wear work boots? So far I've seen house slippers, sneakers & Merrils??
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Les pneus sont déjà décollés😅😅😅😅
you mounted it too close to the wall
I didn't know they had Harbour Freight in Canada EEH !
Would this work on a 12 inch scooter tire?
It should, as long as the center bore size fits over the mounting pole.
Thankyou for your sharing
Your welcome.