A Home Made Tire Changer (Small Tires)

[@wesleyking2212]

This guy is hilarious!! Takes me back to college days!! He'd be a great professor!!!

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Wesley Merry Christmas

[@hughdennison3013]

He's a great guy, why does YT always show the most inefficient people ever... A Chinese or Indian guy would have done the operation in 2 minutes max. I did learn something however I know I could get the job done a lot quicker. Probably the antifreeze he's got.

[@williambeach5871]

Brings back some great memories, after 38 years in the Small engine service, and repairs of all kinds of Mowers.Warms my heart to watch this.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks William.

[@karlvs2616]

I put a tube in my lawn tractor's front tire this weekend thanks to your very helpful video! I also threaded a nut onto the Valve Stem to keep it from disappearing back into the hole, and left it there in case it wants to wander later. While filling the tube, I heard the alarming hiss of leaking air, and feared that the new tube had failed - only to realize it was the air escaping from between the tire and the tube before the beads had fully seated - whew! Cheers!

[@BrucesShop]

Glad it helped!

[@rverro8478]

I never thought about the bench vice set-up and the clamps. Now, my knuckles and shins are safe. Thank you for sharing.

[@trreb1]

I've always used vise grips to do that same thing. Either way the job gets done.

[@IfYouGiveUpYouLose]

GREAT video, well made, entertaining and full of helpful info like the c-clamps! Let me also say, THANK YOU Gord Baker for that simple but brilliant vise-bolt tire changer idea!

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Mick

[@dougvensel7421]

Good job. But a couple of ideas from an old tire service guy of many years: 1) Pull the valve stem out so the tube will collapse enough to pull it out. 2) As mentioned by someone else, mark the alignment of the valve with the tire before you break the bead so you'll know where to look for a nail or something on the inside. 3) You should burnish off the tube with sand paper or something equally rough to roughen the rubber so the vulcanizing glue can get a better drip and it remove debris (like soapstone) from the tube too. Then clean it off thoroughly. 4) Squeeze all the air out of the tube before you put it back into the tire so it goes in easier. 5) Once the tube is in the tire, put the valve through the hole and add enough air (with the valve core replaced) to round out the tube so it's against the tire and away from the wheel. This will help keep it from getting pinched when you pry the tire back over and it'll prevent it from wrinkling and creasing inside the tire when you inflate it. Nice to see people doing their own work these days. Not enough of that anymore. Good for you!

[@ohiofarmer5918]

After visiting the first video and seeing Bruce use exactly zero proper tire spoons , my money was on a pinch flat. Score!

[@jimboyce1240]

Thank you for the tips. I always struggle with this and I like your use of the two small clamps in holding the tire in place to be gin putting the tire back on the wheel.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Jim

[@terryhites7322]

I've never used c clamp, I've used vice grips....

[@seananderson7794]

Like the use of the c clamps! Never seen that trick before. 👍🏻🖐️🙂 From 🇨🇦

[@mikevanwinkle5630]

I've been changing tires for 50 years! And that idea with the bolt and the vise and screw down collar to hold it rigid is the slickest damn idea I've ever seen!! Like I say I've been doing tires 50 years!! And that was always the biggest problem doing them small tires

[@BrucesShop]

Well Thanks so much.

[@Vdoman1]

C-Clamps!! Brilliant! Wish I had thought of using them!! I did use a big C-clamp to break the beads but holding the tire down with them is just what I needed to see! THANK YOU!!

[@BrucesShop]

Glad it helped!

[@edwardde3]

C-Clamps are a good idea. I learned something. Thanks for sharing!

[@bigbasslakeKaten]

Made me feel like I was in the garage with my Grandpa, enough to warm the soul.

[@throngcleaver]

I bought a pair of tire tools for $12 at Harbor Freight. SO much better than the screwdrivers I'd been using. Nice tire changer idea, Bruce! I'm going to make one the next time I have to do that. Thanks!

[@BrucesShop]

I did get some tire irons finally

[@jerryf2426]

Bruce did you know that there is a correct and incorrect direction to install a snap ring and an "E" clip? When the spring steel is stamped on the one side the edges are rounded from the stamping procedure and the under side is still sharp. IT is best to install the snap ring (E clip) with the sharp edge toward the direction of removal. IT holds in place with more strength and is less likely to slip off.

[@BrucesShop]

Well that just makes sense. Remember i did not spend my life in a shop I spent it on the road installing electronic switching equipment. I do know there is a sharp side and a round side to every washer and that may be a specific way on the equipment. EG do you want the washer to dig in or just hold without deformation. THANKS!!!

[@ebinmaine]

Good info there Jerry. I was not aware of that. Thanks for posting this.

[@dennyheitzer9457]

It's also easier to remove the next time as the snap ring pliers can grip the sharp edge better. Loved the video!!!

[@virginia7125]

I was running an aerator the other day and snapped the clip on one of my front wheels. It was worn a little bit. I replaced both because the other side wasn't far behind. Anytime you pull a wheel, it's best to clean it and throw a little GM grease on there.

[@Just1Spark]

Love this video. :) Brings back memories of grandpa teachin me how to change and patch tires. :')

[@tonym6920]

Very nice job, I admire your perseverance, lol. I don’t have that much patience! Have a great, and warmer, weekend!

[@BrucesShop]

We are under a snow advisery right now. 10 - 25 cms. 10 inches

[@doublewide6]

That big bolt in the vise really made the easy easy. Thanks for sharing.

[@BrucesShop]

I am going to get some tire irons or just make a pair out of 3/8 by 1 inch stock

[@albinobaptista933]

Bruce I'm all for buying tools when I need them, but there is nothing like when you have a little free time and make your own, there is nothing like the feeling of achievement, maybe is just me.

[@Eagles0690]

I gotta tell you, that’s a dang good idea. I just tried to fix one similar to that the other day. I have all the stuff you used, just gotta apply it. 👍👍👍

[@BrucesShop]

Great. Good luck

[@ronmurphy9819]

You may have made this video a while back but it was good to know how. I have just bought my first ridding mower and now I know. Thanks Ron

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks for the kindness. It means a lot. i have tire irons now LOL

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

Nice job Bruce! Looked nice and easy! And that bolt was a great idea. worked well!

[@BrucesShop]

Funny thing Gord Baker suggested a 10 in 3/4 in rod but i used a 6 inch bolt with the centre sleeve. With set of tire irons i think I am there for the small tractor tires.

[@solepropt]

Good job. I thought to my self "this guy's kind of dorky" And then I realized that you were doing things just like I would and I could have been looking at myself, I even wear a shop coat instead of coveralls.. Thank you for the mini tire changer idea, it is one of the most useful things that I have found on the youtube.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks so much.

[@petro062]

Great video. Great way to change a tire. They rub a rag around the inside of the tire to see if there are any snags.

[@philliphunt9376]

I was wrasslin puttin a tire back on and out of frustration looked on line. Others had suggestions NONE OF THEM WORKED. Making a hub mount from a long bolt ( all thread) was a terrific idea. The vise grips and pushing the tire towards the center really helped. Making the stationary wheel mount made short work of two tires in a FEW miinutes. Had been messing with it all morning.

[@BrucesShop]

Perfect!!!

[@tomharries847]

I have a tyre sealant with fibres in a 20ltr drum and a calibrated pump. i just remove the inner valve and give measured pumps of the sealant according to tyre size. inflate the tyre and within two revolutions the hole is sealed. works on tubed and tubless tyres and can seal a hole of 13mm diameter in tubeless tyres. as for joe public who doesnt have this stuff, the tyre changer idea works really well. awesome video to get people out of a sticky situation. well done.

[@curtmu]

Great idea for a front tire, my take away is the 2 c-clamps, for $30 I bought the Harbor Freight small tire changer it has cones to hold down rear tires as well as small high speed tires. It also has a decent breaker. I mounted mine on a trailer hitch mount so I can use it in the field.

[@BrucesShop]

Good for you, great idea.

[@billhale9740]

That sir is a heck of an idea using the receiver on a vehicle to mount the H F tire changer

[@Andy-nm9dw]

Cool idea. Hot tip to keep the rubber from catching while trying to place a rubber tube in a rubber tire you can coat the inner tube in baby powder. It also keeps you from getting the rubber tube doubled up causing a pinch flat

[@BrucesShop]

That's a great idea!. this is an older video and i have upgraded my tire spoons.

[@billhale9740]

I like the idea of talcum powder most tubes you buy new have some on them

[@Imwright720]

I’ve had the same little tool for 30 years and just recently I discovered it screwed on to hold a tube in place.

[@dwjw1]

Yes, it is helpful in holding the stem in the hole while you insert the tube. Much more useful for larger diameter tires, however.

[@10mmfan]

Thank you for taking the time to show us your work as you are in a very cold garage. I learned.

[@Methen]

I always lit the glue with a match and blew it out a few times and used a wallpaper roller I would attempt to find a large wing nut to put on the bolt,That way you could use it to put the pry bars under and it be a lot easy then having to use a wrench...

[@funnyfarm5555]

They sell a tire patch roller for about $5. I used one when I did commercial tire work part time while in Army. I find that a Screen door bead tool works just as good and then you only have one tool for two jobs.

[@64Seawind]

Thanks, The C-Clamps look very helpful. When I saw the hole on the side, I was afraid the screwdriver might have did that so I would have checked for a second leak.

[@BrucesShop]

Yes i have tire irons now Finally

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

I use to have a 180 and it had 2-ply tires on it. I dealt with flats on that bassard all the time. Finally I was tired of screwing with them and found some 4-ply tires on Amazon. After installing the new tires I NEVER had another flat for the last 4 years I had the machine. I found a set for the rear as well and absolutely loved them. When I need tires on my new machine I will be going to heavier ply tires again....

[@BrucesShop]

I understand. Tubes are great too. I put a tube into my old wheel barrow when my kids were young and it is still in service. They are in their late 30's

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

@@BrucesShop Nope, I'm not knocking tubes, just week tires. Going to the 4-ply tires ended my trouble with flats... What started all my flat tire woes was having my roof removed and a new one put on. The original was done with staples and down in the Florida sand, they tend to hide well. Right up until you drive over them with your lawn tractor.........

[@not2fast4u2c]

Like that homemade tire changer Idea....Using the C-clamps is a better Idea than using vise grips a chewing up a rim ....I was in a Department store looking for something and the Sales Lady said walk this way sir and I told her if I walked that way I would throw a hip out or my back !!!

[@BrucesShop]

It is an old line of mine. Way back from when I had to work for a living.

[@jebsails2837]

Two timely videos in one day. You rock! I'll be doing the tire repair this week on my neighbors JD165 Lawn Tractor. Today it's re-installing the cleaned carb. on the Kawasaki engine. Thanks again. Narragansett Bay

[@BrucesShop]

Well this is an older video but I had fun with the rig on the vice.

[@timothycheney9480]

Very simple but excellent idea to stabilize that tire. Nice to see it go a bit easier this time Bruce. Another winner!

[@BrucesShop]

Yes to soon old too late smart. haha

[@knighthawk86855]

Best patch kit I ever had was a schwinn bicycle patch kit, came with different size rubber patches, and rubber cement, and the top of the can was the grater to ruff up the rubber tube, I still have the can and top but everything else is gone, and yes the weather is nasty here too in Maryland, 70 today and snow expected Monday what a strange spring..... Great video Bruce.

[@kennycybertron1]

knighthawk86855 Wow, I was just thinking of how many times I had to patch holes in my bicycle tires as a kid. I used the very same repair kit you described but we used to put glue around the edge of the patch after it was glued down and lite it on fire for a few seconds to make a better seal. The glue would burn but it wouldnt damage the tire. We got them kits all the time from Western Auto. We patched back then not buy another one because we were poor as dirt

[@capman911]

By working in a gas station after we apply the glue we would set the glue on fire and let it burn away the vapors then apply the patch to the heated surface. Makes for a good repair. That's the same size tire I use on the back of my power wheelchair with 6-inch wide aluminum rims. It's an off-road wheelchair for hunting.

[@BrucesShop]

That is really cool. Good for you sir. Hunting in a wheel chair.

[@Pyridox]

That idea of using the bolt in the vise is great. I'll have to remember that the next time I need to work on my snow blower or walk behind leaf blower tires. I struggled putting a tube in my snow blower tire last month. I also need to get a couple of long tire irons for leverage.

[@BrucesShop]

You will get it I am sure.

[@CHIBA280CRV]

This had to be the best informative video on KZbin yet ! Thank you sir.👍

[@BrucesShop]

Wow, thanks!

[@kimchee94112]

Smart thinking with that setup. Glad to see you got the hang of it, much easier than the other one. But the other one was more fun to watch, LOL.

[@BrucesShop]

Well I wasn't tired after this one

[@n0ukf]

Schrader is the type of valve on most tires (except some racing bicycles have Presta). What you're removing from the valve stem is the valve core.

[@badbass101]

You are correct and well said!

[@davessmallenginerevival2847]

.Hi Bruce. That is a great idea gord had. Its still winter here to we were missed with the foot of snow. But it's snowing now 5 to 8 inches and highs in the 20s F

[@BrucesShop]

This is the latest spring since 1940

[@xumot]

Had to change couple of tires on my riding lawnmower and I was looking all over the place for someone who could do this for me, but to no avail. Finally thought about the same method as in this video - threaded rod, few nuts and washers - and it worked perfectly, changed those tires myself in no time. And don't forget vise-grip pliers - there's almost no way to mount tire on a 4" rim w/o them while working alone.

[@BrucesShop]

Yes the smaller the tire the harder the job is.

[@robertheinkel6225]

I just slimed the tires on my mower, no more leaks. It has been three years, and I only have to check them once a year. Saves a lot of time since the front tires on my ZTR are a pain to service.

[@BrucesShop]

I use slime too on low speed wheels. Thanks for the informed comment.

[@MichaelSmith-dg3kr]

Vice grips work good for those clamps, also my friend. Good looking job.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks This is an older video and I should make another as I have taken many of these ideas and use them now. Thanks.

[@ronaldpugh7679]

I have to say, after watching your video, I went out and bought the same pieces to make it. Only cost total of $10 at Lowes. Put together and works great in holding the rim, the hardest part. Just a side note, to break any bead easily, put tie, rubber only under car tire. Back up slowly, pops like a balloon. Just a thought. Thanks to whomever gave you the idea. If you buy anything similar, it would be at Freight Harbor for $79.

[@BrucesShop]

Glad I could help! I just used what i could find in the shop.

[@altanto9803]

That makes the job easier, I have been doing this for years using my knees and feet plus a small wooden block that fit in the center of rim. I use a couple small pry bars and soap to lubricate the bead. Will try using my vise next time, I may have all the necessary hardwares to get this done.

[@BrucesShop]

I finally got some small tire irons. WHEW!!!

[@m1a1abrams93]

I use my weight standing on the tire to break the bead loose. Then I use a 18" inch half inch drive extension & drive it into the ground through the axle hole. Works well in nice weather w/ out a garage or vise.

[@BrucesShop]

I think you are stronger than me LOL

[@michaelchilders1658]

Like your tire changer set up!!!👍

[@BrucesShop]

All home made as you know. Necessity is the Mother of invention.

[@michaelvercimak2594]

A frequent problem I have is the valve stem falling back into the tire. I stopped this by putting a valve stem puller on the valve stem while I am manipulating the tire and deflated tube until I get the tire back on the rim.

[@BrucesShop]

Yes I started doing that after watching my own video LOL.

[@pauliebots]

We need you in the vintage triumph motorcycle venue!!! Must cure some of the loneliness involved with working by yourself when you make these vids.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks. It is less lonely that you think

[@benborzashable]

Thanks for making this video now I don't have to keep taking my tires to a shop

[@BrucesShop]

that is great

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

I like your use of the c clamps to get the tire started and keep it from sliding around on the re-install.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks again Mr. shade!!

[@bmfilmnut]

Well done! FYI, what you removed is the core of the Schrader valve. The Schrader valve is the entire assembly including the stem, core, etc. If you think you may be dismounting and mounting tires every once in a while, you may want to think of picking up a set of small tire spoons. They're inexpensive. Amazon or even Harbor Freight as them for a few bucks and they're less likely to damage a tire or inner tube. One more thing: You don't have to remove the core to set the bead with an inner tube but it doesn't hurt. But it's almost necessary when popping the bead with a tubeless tire.

[@BrucesShop]

Right This is an older video. I have them now. Thanks

[@jfhunt]

I have seen baby powder added to the tire and spreading around inside (like greasing a cake tin) before putting in tube to act as a bit of lubricant between tube and tire.

[@Rich96c4ce]

A tire engineer at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration always used baby powder on his motorcycle tubes and tires. It makes sure that there are no pinches in the tube and less friction during initial inflation, and less friction from the rim strip and spoke nipples. It made for a lot less flats from the tube. Also, he always used the appropriately sized tire irons, too. P.S. I'm a lighting engineer.

[@RichieCat4223]

@@Rich96c4ce I was taught that many years ago when I started out in the automotive repair field.

[@allenmckinney9533]

I've used WD-40 before because I don't keep baby powder on hand.

[@MikeSmith-nu9wt]

I bought one of them cheap tire changers from harbor freight , i had to rienforce where it mounted to the floor several times , finally i cemented it in the garage floor , i got my moneys worth out of that thing I'll tell you that , but i had a garage also , i sure do miss it , i moved to florida and im slowly rebuilding my shop and tools and everything i still have in michigan ..snobird heaven bound , someday ..

[@BrucesShop]

Well I am not sure If I am a snowbird. Does going south for 3 months count?

[@adnacraigo6590]

I like the homemade tire changer but it looks like you could use a cheap tire tool from Harbor Freight to make getting the tire on/off easier.

[@BrucesShop]

After this video in 2018 I went out and bought 3 smaller tire irons to help as you say. Thanks for noticing.

[@chaddesantis4191]

Those prybars and screwdrivers with sharp edges are going to bite you, eventually. a $5 tire iron from Harbor Freight would take that unit to the next level. Great trick, I'll be sure to use it. Gonna be sure to save time by skipping the whole soaping the whole tire to find a leak in the tube, though, that's a little redundant. Oh, and I'll get that bead broke down on both sides with my boots before I put it on the machine, too. Thanks for the tip!

[@BrucesShop]

You know I jumped on that darn thing. I would not break

[@chaddesantis4191]

It's not the force, it's the leverage. helps to push with your foot, close to the bead. If it doesn't come off that way, you know it's going to be a challenge. If it's going to be a challenge and you don't have a proper bead breaker, a 2x6 and another tractor/car/truck is the Cockford-Ollie.

[@dwjw1]

Helpful insights! They used to use a chisel-like affair with a sliding hammer to break the beads on larger tires. The operator would stand on the tire while he separated the bead. Using a large screwdriver is better for small tires. Insert it between the rim edge and the tire bead and rap it hard with a mallet. It is easier to do that when the tire is mounted on the 'changer' because usually you can break the bead with your fingers anyway. The tire irons are usually about 1/16" thick on the working end - just like a large screwdriver. Get a big screwdriver so that you have one for other purposes. A tire iron is quite specialized, but about the same as a slim wrecking bar and the straight end of such a wrecking bar will do as well as any tire iron IMO. I have yet to damage a bead or a rim with a wrecking bar or the screwdriver - but it is a big one - I should say 'was' because it is now only about 8" long after I broke it abusing it like that, but that is what I bought it for. LOL One could also purchase a device with a curved press and a long bar for mechanical advantage for difficult beads. The tire sits on the frame portion and the bar anchors on the opposite side. The press is connected to the bar and pinches down on the tire close to the bead to break it loose. I think Harbor Freight used to sell one of these too.

[@troyeager8877]

I just did my tiller tires. Got them off new tubes in but could not get the last half way on top bead. Cost me 10 to get completed. So I'm spending 40 on a manual tool do be able to do it myself.

[@BrucesShop]

Good stuff good for you

[@billhale9740]

I am guessing that when using the threaded rod in the bench vise that in order to break the inner bead rather than undoing the wheel from the rod a person could use some sort of pry bar and a block of wood as a fulcrum to break the other bead if it was really stuck

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks a lot!!!

[@pl747]

I got a similar changer I made from the rear axle of an MTD mower(that had the flats on the end). I had a machine shop at work so we milled the flat all the down the axle, but you could use a grinder and do it. I made a flat plate about 4" square from some 3/8" plate with a 3/4" hole right in the middle. On the very end of the axle I welded about a 2" square of 3/8" plate and it rests on the square throat of the vise. Then the 4" square plate with the 3/4" holes is slid down and welded.It is rock solid in the big vise on a steel table. I use spacers up and down the shaft that I bought in the hitch pin section of Tractor Supply. I usually put one bushing over the shaft, then the wheel, and more bushings until they barely stick over the top end of the axle where I use a thick homemade washer and a grade 8 bolt in the end of the axle to tighten it down On a MTD rear wheel you don't need anything to keep it from turning the axle sticks up 5 or 6" to give you something to pivot around with your tire tool. I use about a 24"long round bar. Works great!

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks. I will give it a try

[@Lazr-zo7yb]

I have found that if U cover the tire with A blanket then warm it up for about 10 min. w/ A hair dryer or heat gun, it makes getting the tire off/on the rim much easier.

[@BrucesShop]

Great idea

[@InquisitiveSearcher]

Before you break the rim seal put a mark on the rim and tire at the valve stem, marking up their alignment. Then when you get the tube out you can line up the hole in the tube with a location on the tire. It makes looking for an object embedded in the tire much easier. I like your idea of using the bolt. However, you might consider putting the head of the bolt below the jaw edge of the vice and clamping down on the bolt shaft. This way, when you tighten down on the nut you're not working to pull the head of the bolt out of the vice's jaws, you are instead tightening the rim to the vice. And you might be able to do away with that spacer.

[@BrucesShop]

I have been reminded already

[@InquisitiveSearcher]

I didn't think you would reply so quickly. So I edited my original comment to include an additional comment on the use of your bolt. Sorry if my editing confused thing.

[@dizziedes303]

Oh God ,take the valve core out first, brake the bead on both sides of the tyre, make a mark on the the tyre at the valve stem, remove the tube and patch the hole, put a little powder on the patch so it won't stick to the tyre, lay the tube on the tyre with the valve stem lined up with the mark on the tyre, mark the tyre at the tube patch , remove the rim from the tyre and check at the mark you made for a nail or thorn, remove if need be, never wire brush the rim while in the tyre , grit or part of the wire brush if left in the tyre will cause another flat tyre, never use tyre levers to mount a tyre , sure to pinch the tube , move the tyre away from the beard into the well, and use a rubber mallet to mount the tyre.

[@tellmesomething2go]

good idea.

[@paullawler6438]

Jim Kiley 878

[@Jim-ie6uf]

Way back in the day,I’d put baby powder in the tire to make sure the tube was freed up. Liking Gords ideas

[@BrucesShop]

Wow. That is a first. Thanks Jim

[@johnr8476]

I use to do the same thing, worked pretty well.

[@pl747]

I remember a long time ago( read long) they had talcum powder in the package they come in. Guess a bean counter cut that out.

[@chrisbcritter6112]

I still use baby powder on new bicycle inner tubes. Also helps if you got rubber cement ooze out from your patch, so that it doesn't stick to the tire.

[@mbm887]

Corn starch works better

[@angiefav1847]

Well done love your little set up how to hold tyre steady going to make one myself very informative thanks

[@delhiebert685]

Good Job. I sprinkle corn starch on the tube to make sure it dosen't get pinched.

[@BrucesShop]

Good idea. Like baby powder.

[@alwaysopen7970]

@@BrucesShop I used baby powder on bike inner tubes, works good.

[@douglaspost5097]

It's a good idea to mark the tire where the valve is in relation to the tire. That should give you an idea where to look for whatever caused the leak. After you find the leak on the tube when you get it out, lay it on the tire so the valve is on the mark you made on the sidewall and carefully feel in there for a nail, staple, even a needle or anything else that punctured it. Use a waded up paper towel or shop rag to sweep around. Saves the fingers. If it's a really big hole, you should put a patch on the inside of the tire so the tube doesn't find it's way out the hole, I've seen that happen. Then patch the tube and you should be all set.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks for this.

[@shahriar7084]

The best part of this was you using the 2 C clamps to hold the tire back when reinstalling, good job.

[@BrucesShop]

Tanks They come in handy

[@paulmonk7820]

To make it easier to install the tube, lay the wheel on your work bench with blocks holding the tire up with the rim lying on the bench. This allows you to use both hands to install the tube in the most available space. 😊

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks!!!

[@andrewwoodward6560]

Hi Bruce, I was wondering if we would see you today. Thanks for the video even in this weather and Happy Easter !

[@BrucesShop]

You know the weather is so bad.

[@geezerhull]

Thank you and Gord Baker. Last time, I had to take mine to a tire shop. (very embarrassing)

[@BrucesShop]

Right. I should do another video as this one is older.

[@allenmckinney9533]

I remembered watching this in the past and instead of just clamping the bolt head in the vise I welded the bolt to a piece of angle iron so no matter what it stays in place in the vise. It worked pretty good and I welded some 3/8 bolts to the nut to act as handles so I can tighten it by hand.

[@BrucesShop]

That is a great idea. Thanks

[@philfalz01]

bruce when i soap a tire i use a coffee can with soap water and a paint brush it works great thanks

[@BrucesShop]

Good idea. I have tire irons now. LOL This is a 2018 video.

[@lakefrontage9600]

Thank you for making this video. It turned a dreaded chore in to an easy one!

[@BrucesShop]

Very cool Thanks for commenting.

[@g.m.forsythe9626]

Good ideas both on stabilizing the wheel and using the c-clamps. Why didn't you check the inside of the tire in case there was something still stuck in it as you had suggested? If there was anything, you'd have to go through this whole procedure again.

[@BrucesShop]

At 14:13 I do check the rim and tire. But maybe I didn't understand you comment. That happens.

[@fryscountrylifechannel4437]

Thanks for the video, you just made adding a tube to my little trailer a lot easier and your very entertaining as well.

[@BrucesShop]

That is fun, Thanks

[@garychandler4296]

Loved the clamp trick, I usually just wrestle it with a couple of HF tire irons. Some of these little wheels are a BEAST! Super cheap no mount too, a d I do have a bench vise ( and a HF vise that broke due to Chinese steel) and I've squeezed tires in that to break the bead. Otherwise I'd drive my truck across it,

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Gary

[@rabbycacker]

Always mark the tire at the air stem hole so you can reference the exact location of the hole in the tube to the hole in the tire. There are several different types of stem tools to hold it in the hole while you work on it but none that I am aware of that let you fill thru. Like the bolt in the vice, that is handy. We don't have a Harbor Freight here but am pretty sure I saw a set of tire spoons at the local cheap tool supply.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks . Right in Canada there are no Harbor Freight stores either.

[@ronstandley5635]

@@BrucesShop I think Princess Auto is similar to HF. Good vid. I wish I'd seen it before doing my neighbors tire last week. Love the bolt & C-clamp ideas! Stay warm kiddo ;^)

[@henrybucki7813]

i found a small wire tie works great to hold stem in place so it doesnt pop back in to wheel. then just cut wire tie off

[@BrucesShop]

That is brilliant!!!

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

THANKS, Gord Baker & yourself, LOVE the C clamps use on the rim, good idea, this is why I ONLY use tubeless tires, quicker and much easier to fix

[@BrucesShop]

My problem with tubeless is when they get old (which everything I own is) they leak. Great comment though.

[@WSchroder100]

Watching your video, you have so much to learn on tire repair. Good Luck!

[@BrucesShop]

You are right. I don't claim to be ab expert. I want the guy who has never done anything to give things a try.

[@johnr8476]

Good job, now I know where to get the front tires on my old comet snapper repaired.

[@pl747]

I put a fuel hose clamp on my valve stem down next to the wheel after I get the tube aired up. You will never loose that valve stem again. Guess how I thought of that.

[@pl747]

Yeah...lol

[@tedohio3038]

Remember when I was kid the old gas stations had a water tank shaped like half a tire, used it to test for leaks. They had a rubber roller for pushing on the patch. You are never to old the buy tools,

[@kennycybertron1]

Ted Ohio they still use those half tanks at my city garage...lol......dont mess with what works

[@tedohio3038]

I agree, I was going to tell Bruce to get a set of Model T tire irons. Have a couple somewhaere and as I was watching him, I thought they would they would have made the job easier.

[@BrucesShop]

good idea Ted

[@winnie-the-poohahaha4428]

At 14:18 it may be the puncture. Next time put a mark on the tyre where the valve is in orientation so the hole in the tube is lined up to the culprit

[@waynecherry5301]

I ahve a 3/4" threaded rod through a piece of 4/4, and some spacers/washers to hold the rim and tire in my vise. As I work my way into the tire I will not be surprised that the tube was damaged, when the tire was rotated with low pressure in cold weather. "off shore" tubes do not take much abuse, and usually pop a leak on the midway seam. The rig was built to hold small rims for refinishing. I found the smaller the rim, the more difficult to work on. The tire I am working on now is from my 12 ton log splitter.

[@BrucesShop]

You are so right. The smaller the tire the harder it is. I am sure the big ones are tough too though.

[@queenstownkid]

that setups a game changer...way to go bruce

[@BrucesShop]

The price was right. :-)

[@rayburnett3253]

I have always called it a valve core. I live in the central part of Alabama

[@BrucesShop]

Up here too.

[@paulbrown8370]

Bruce, I like the idea for the tire changer. A bolt in the vise is a great idea. You can pick up a 4 Piece heavy duty pry bar set at Habor Freight for 9.99. They come 8, 12, 18 and 24 inch length, believe me the come in handy some times. I have been working on these engines for the last 20 years. A shop I worked in, we use to use the pry bars alone on the bench to break the bead. It was much harder that way, but your way is nice there. Thanks for the idea to you and Gord.

[@alwaysopen7970]

I use a 10 bl sledge to break the bead. lay the tire on it's side and drop the sledge on the bead, not the rim. Works good.I don't worry about pulling the bead over the rim.

[@philliphunt9376]

Saw a video on here that a guy made where he simply hit the tire with a large hammer. This worked for me getting the bead broken

[@gonesideways6621]

When I was a kid in 50's we used Monkey Grip patches, we would set glue on fire with our Zippo look alike lighters to speed up drying time. I still patch all my tubed lawn mower tires, you and I would make great neighbors as we like to fix things !

[@BrucesShop]

Great story Larry Thanks

[@georghausherr3210]

Great job, you are a wizard. I have learned something.

[@BrucesShop]

Wow, thanks

[@Blackford86]

In the future if that tube gets another hole it Miguel a good idea to take the tire completely off and see if there is any sharp edges

[@BrucesShop]

I did feel around inside (carefully)

[@theresabouray552]

Little baby powder on the tube before you put it back in the tire helps it to relax considerably without pinching up when you put a tire back on

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks

[@nashguy207]

Good job bruce I have started using inner tubes that have a sealer in them kind of like slime that seals a leak when you puncture the tire

[@BrucesShop]

Yes i put one of those on my wife's bike last year.

[@kennycybertron1]

Does that slime work in a car tire?

[@nashguy207]

No do not put slime in car or truck tires it should only be used in tires that are not for road use!!!

[@lmalino695]

I've successfully used Slime in many applications; car tires and yard equipment. It successfully slowed air loss well enough to get me home at a slow speed in a belt separation failure.

[@nashguy207]

I have used slime several times i do not like the mess it makes when you take the tire off the rim. Also it says on the bottle not intended for highway use. I agree it can work in an emergency in a car tire if you drive slow. I have been told that a car tire with slime in it will not balance correctly either.

[@snowflakemelter1172]

I G clamp my tube patches between two pieces of wood or in the vice and leave overnight, never had one fail yet.

[@BrucesShop]

Good idea. It is my patience that gets me.

[@latitudeash]

I think you might of put the patch on upside down. That plastic peal off protected the surface that would make contact with the inner tube. But you put lots of rubber glue on so it will still work.

[@BrucesShop]

Well I put the sticky side down.

[@oldoldpilgrim7898]

On a hot summer day during my youth, my friend was trying to patch his bicycle tire with tar scraped from the road. I had a tire patch kit and we got him back on the road with that. Unfortunately, I never found out if the tar would have worked.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks Pilgram.

[@ww321]

I was just fighting a front tire on the 1990 craftsman mower I'm restoring to a hauler. I took the tube out and slimed it good. Still holding air amazingly. Lol. Idid it in the vice too

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks 321

[@brodheadjim]

I swear he is the voice of Mr Obvious. Very helpful video. Thank you

[@BrucesShop]

Ok got it.

[@ronyerke9250]

Maybe you didn't have them when you made this video, but the small tubing pliers you got from a sub might be easier to use for holding the valve stem. You might get a little more clearance for the inflation chuck. Did you check the tire to see if whatever punctured the tube? Sometimes thorns, nails or screws don't come out on their own.

[@BrucesShop]

Correct. This is an older video. I didn't have much back then.