Shops that service trucks have used many various different methods over the years to dismount and mount tires to these big, heavy rims. But most options are still either difficult and cumbersome or very expensive. Enter the Easy-Way truck tire demount tool. It was made specifically for dismounting these difficult tires. It has a truly innovative tool … Continue reading “New Easy Way Truck Tire Demount Tool”
Category: Tire Changers
New Ranger Tire Changer Model R30XLT
Check out the new R30XLT tire changer by Ranger folks! It’s here and it’s now in stock and ready for shipping. This new tire machine has all kinds of cool features, but the thing we like best is it’s range. This machine can handle all the way from 10 inch rims all the way up … Continue reading “New Ranger Tire Changer Model R30XLT”
Selecting a Tire Changer Just Got Easier
Too many customers call us in a confused state. They claim there are so many different types of tire changers and so many different manufacturers that it’s difficult for the typical technician to know what to get. Don’t worry. That’s why we’re here. Our job is to help you understand the variety of options available … Continue reading “Selecting a Tire Changer Just Got Easier”
New Ranger Tire Changer Jet Blast System
The new Ranger Next Generation Tire Changers have many features you would find on a premium machine. We could tell you about the powerful two horsepower motor, significantly larger than most machines on the market today, which typically have a 1.5 HP motor. We could tell you about the forged steel foot pedals, which are … Continue reading “New Ranger Tire Changer Jet Blast System”
Car Buyer Trends That Will Increase Your Profits
The jokes about people deciding on which car to purchase based on how many cup holders it has aren’t that far off after all. According to a recent study, these accessories factor in to the consumer’s decision making process more than you would realize. Recent research from Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) shows that options … Continue reading “Car Buyer Trends That Will Increase Your Profits”
Tire Mounting Concerns
Many consumers may not be aware that there are three different types of tires; directional, symmetric and asymmetric. It is important that the technician changing the tires know the implications of each. When a consumer brings their car into the local tire shop for a tire rotation, or for changing tires on a Tire Changer, the technician … Continue reading “Tire Mounting Concerns”
Auto Shop Equipment Essentials Wish List – Part 2
Part 2 This post continues the theme of auto shop essentials. Part 1 went over the many different types of car lifts available on the market today. Here are some more pieces of garage equipment that are vital to any auto shop – Tire Changers and Wheel Balancers – If you want to be able … Continue reading “Auto Shop Equipment Essentials Wish List – Part 2”
Sale On ESCO Cyclone Tubeless Tire Bead Seater
After you have finished changing a tire on your Tire Machine, you sometimes may find that the jet blast system on the tire changer cannot seat the bead of the tire on the rim. There’s just not enough air. That’s where the ESCO Cyclone tubeless tire bead seater comes in. It supplements the existing jet … Continue reading “Sale On ESCO Cyclone Tubeless Tire Bead Seater”
Tire Changer Selection Is Vital – Part 2
If you have a high volume tire shop, then you may be a candidate for a high end touch-less Tire Machine. These make your technician’s life a breeze. Many even feature a a wheel lift built in so your tech doesn’t need to lift the wheel onto the turntable. These machines are essential for PAX and … Continue reading “Tire Changer Selection Is Vital – Part 2”
Tire Changer Selection Is Vital – Part 1
Almost every auto shop has a Tire Changer. There are many different types of tire changers with differing features. It can be as simple as a manual tire changer, or as complex as a high end full featured automatic touch-less tire changer. And there’s everything in between. Your choice will be determined by your budget … Continue reading “Tire Changer Selection Is Vital – Part 1”