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I like it, but how do ya get the old one off ?
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I like it, but how do ya get the old one off ?
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Angle grinder.
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Angle grinder.
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Ooooh. Here in Yorkshire we are so poor we have to use a hacksaw.  Thought I'd start the Monty Python Sketch, after all it is Yorkshire Day.
Two thoughts:
If it works it'll work with tubes so long as it's a wide tyre and you can get your hand in to pull the valve through. I suspect on some rims and tyres it works on other it'll be just as much a PITA as using levers.
The lack of lube could be a problem once you've got the straps off. Some wheel designs need the bead to slip into position on the rim they are so tight.
And a question:
Dare I try this approach to mounting my snow chain next winter?
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Cool!
If nothing else worth filing away in the memory just in case! I wonder if you can deflate the tyre, insert straps and remove the tyres with judicious use of hefty boots! ...maybe if you carefully positioned the beads on one side in the well and pulled at the others?
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Easy way to mount a tire using 8 straps! or how about a easy way to mount a tire using only 2 tire levers.
I only think this will work with cast tubless rims and not with tubed rims.
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I've changed tyres before now with one screwdriver and a spoon , we had it tough in them days !
8 straps - ye gods ! Luxury !
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