How to easily change wheels

[97'Scort]

I don't know if it was just me, but I thought this tool was just the handle for the spark plug wrench. Who knew it's also for aligning your wheels to the hub?! Winter tire changes just got a lot easier!

http://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/wheels/71111093774_wheel_pin_lg.jpg
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/wheels/71111093774_wheel_pin_combo_lg.jpg
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/image/wheels/71111093774_wheel_pin_wheel_lg.jpg

[Thaco]

that thing looks like it's be more of a pain in the ass than a help.

[scat19]

I don't have any problems finding the holes ;)

[97'Scort]

Originally posted by Thaco
that thing looks like it's be more of a pain in the ass than a help.
It's in the tool kit, so it's not like you have to buy one, and lining up rims with no studs isn't hard, but it's not the most fun thing to do either. I tried it with this thing last night and it worked perfectly.

[inline6turbo]

The tool kit you have with your spare tire comes with the same thing just stubbier ;)

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Originally posted by 97'Scort

It's in the tool kit, so it's not like you have to buy one, and lining up rims with no studs isn't hard, but it's not the most fun thing to do either. I tried it with this thing last night and it worked perfectly.

Damn you beat me lol

[qmf]

Go to Canadian tire, buy the electric impact gun. Well worth what ever they want. I change all my cars with it, each with lock nuts, and my buddies use it too. Just plugs into the wall :thumbsup:

[superboss]

I believe mercedes benz where the first to do that!!!

[kevie88]

I've never understood why the euros have bolts instead of studs.. it makes absolutely no sense to me :dunno: . You wouldn't need a tool if it had studs!

[EK 2.0]

Originally posted by kevie88


You wouldn't need a tool if it had studs!



That's what she said...

[97'Scort]

Originally posted by kevie88
I've never understood why the euros have bolts instead of studs.. it makes absolutely no sense to me :dunno: . You wouldn't need a tool if it had studs!

There are some subtle differences in torque retention and wheel hub stress factors with bolts, but not enough to really justify it. You can get stud inserts, I've just never bothered to get them.

[FiveFreshFish]

The screw-in ones are superior, and even better when two are used at the same time. Definitely help when mounting 19" rims with 295 width.

http://www.automotion.com/images/Porsche/Large/l_P883389.jpg

[Carnut1420]

I have the same problem here with my Ferrari car.