Rotate Your Tires At Home - No Jack Stands Required!

[@GanderFlight]

⭐⭐ *Examples of Products Used In This Video* ⭐⭐⠀ 🔸⠀1/2” Drive Torque Wrench Amazon: amzn.to/3XyrD4N 🔸 ⠀1/2” Drive Torque Wrench Harbor Freight: www.harborfreight.com/12-in-drive-20-150-ft-lb-click-torque-wrench-63882.html

[@ivanlu18]

what is the difference between this two item?.

[@GanderFlight]

@@ivanlu18 One is from Harbor Freight Tools, the other is from Amazon - comparable tools, just different brands

[@ivanlu18]

@@GanderFlight got you. Does the all the vehicle use same size of this ? My vehicle is Mazda .. I don’t know what size should I buy. There is 3/8. 1/2,.. confused…

[@GanderFlight]

Those sizes ( 1/4, 3/8, 1/2) are the size of the ratchet square- youll then need the proper sized socket to go on there that fits your lug nuts. Its two pieces- a ratchet and a socket. Check out this video that might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaeWmX-sqrSSgbc

[@ivanlu18]

@@GanderFlight thanks .. I am starting doing my first time oil change and tire rotation… this video very helpful…

[@sidehop]

lol I never thought about using a spare...this seems WAY safer than having my SUV on all four jacks. Thanks man!

[@GanderFlight]

And it makes you put your hands on the spare to check the condition and air it up as well - safe travels!

[@gravemind6536]

I have a trolley jack and used it to jack up my car far quicker than the scissor jack in the spare kit I would jack it up until the wheel leaves the ground and then put the scissor jack underneath the car and quickly jack it up until there was tension so if the trolley jack failed the scissor jack would hold it. took less than an hour to rotate all the tyres.

[@ThePinkPanth3r]

​@@gravemind6536I use my drill to power my scissor jack

[@xHadesStamps]

If you’re talking about jacks, especially scissors jacks (which you should never use more than one of at a time), and not actual jack stands, that’s definitely true.

[@holycow3355]

When you let the shop do the tire rotation, you don't know if & how they do it. Was curious how to do it at home as I don't have jack stands lying around. This, my friend, is the best YT video on tire rotation, using the spare tire is genius.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@mdmahmudhasan1645]

The user manual will guide you on how to rotate the tire for your car.

[@Skategod-cn7hp]

Why isn’t this more viral thank you man I actually never thought of this method honestly 😅

[@GanderFlight]

Its quite a bit of work over using jack stands - but is helpful to know and makes sure you check in on that spare tire too!

[@alfredposey]

I used four jack stands to rotate my tires yesterday, but I like just having one wheel off the ground at a time as you demonstrated. It seems much safer. Thanks!

[@GanderFlight]

You're welcome!

[@ExtraJohnson]

I use this method but I have a full size spare that I just include in the rotation. It makes my tires last about 25% longer and I never have to revisit the first tire until it's time to rotate again. And while I have each tire off, I clean rocks out of the tread, clean brake dust from the backs of each rim, pull out any nails, and plug as needed. And I check and lube the caliper bolts with every other rotation because they'll otherwise be seized when I do my brakes.

[@GanderFlight]

Sounds like you've got a good system going!

[@sehajpreetsingh4177]

Such a simple but effective idea! Thank you.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lunejersey]

Wooooooow🤯 I'm slow and now can rotate my tires

[@GanderFlight]

Enjoy Andres!

[@ahoffarth]

Using the spare is a simple and brilliant idea! Thanks!

[@jams1533]

It’s amazing what a legit floor jack will do and how much time it will save. For 119$ you can get a 3 ton floor jack. For another 35$ you can get a pair of jack stands. All at harbor freight. Makes all the difference.

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@taranroberts9413]

We don't have harbour freight here but from what I understand is that those products are prone to failure

[@jams1533]

@@taranroberts9413 I heard the Jack stands had a recall then improved it. I use them but with the floor jack still in place/ and tires underneath also

[@mirthes1403]

BRILLIANT! Simplified and illustrious description; simply AWESOME 👍

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found some value in it!

[@lloydlito777]

Thanks for the video.. rotated 2 of my vehicles after watching this. This is a great way to reassure your spare tire and jack is in good working condition.

[@GanderFlight]

Thats one of the main benefits - makes you put hands on your spare and also the tools necessary to install it

[@VV-el1gs]

Thank you! This is a great idea! I was just looking for a way to do the tire rotation with scissor jack and here it is.

[@GanderFlight]

Awesome, glad it was helpful!

[@MrCurlay]

Thanks mate. Using the spare is so obvious when somebody points it out. The amount of times I've rotated and struggled with the car nearly falling off the axle stands, especially when the car is jacked with one jack in one corner and the the other axle stand or jack diagonally in the other corner. Close to falling off the jack so many times. I've just rotated the wheels using my usual method and swore that there must be an easier method and found your method. Thanks

[@franciscoperucchijunior7512]

Very well explained, thank you.

[@LongTimeTTFan]

One wheel off at any given time with the use of the spare tire is a Great idea for Safety. Thanks a lot.

[@Thankyou_3]

Awesome video sir, I have been doing tire rotation the long hard way for decades. Thank you for sharing knowledge!

[@GanderFlight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dukebeach1]

Use a floor jack. Takes about 50% of time off this method. Those scissor jacks that they put in the trunk are for emergency use. They really aren't suited for what you are doing, although it works obviously. It's funny reading the comments how many people don't realize you can use a spare to rotate tires. Thought it was obvious. You must use a torque wrench to spec for safety reasons. Also, check the torque again after you drive the car the first time after you do this. You'd be surprised to see how some of those lugs can come loose. Blue Loctite is also a good idea. Nice video.

[@GanderFlight]

Agreed - a floor jack is the best route - but its good to have tactics and techniques in your mental toolbox :)

[@xHadesStamps]

Yes, definitely much better than that crappy scissors jack. However, it *is* an additional cost (which this video is avoiding)

[@radrosas9687]

Very useful share.a few times I got frustrated with those oil change with free tire rotation and then later they’ll say my tires can’t be rotated because they’re old or worn out .but I know they’re still good.and doing it at home is scary and for me not safe that two tires will be removed at one point.and leave the vehicle unstable.

[@edwardmissouri2216]

Today is the day to rotate my tires on my 2015 impala. Thanks to your great way to rotate them I won't have to worry about how to get the whole car off the ground. Sure, I can jack the car up on the jack points, but then you can't place the jackstand in that spot. These cars are being built so low, and with very little strong steel for jacking the entire front or rear, that it's tough to do.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edwardmissouri2216]

Great idea, and a lot safer than putting the whole car on stands. I didn't want to take the car to a shop, because they often bend the jack points by not using a rubber puck or slotted lift. My 2015 impala is tough to lift. There are few points, especially in the front center, to lift the vehicle. You just solved my problem. I'm not sure, but I think after moving the tires, my air pressure indicators will not be in the right place. I believe there is a inexpensive device on amazon to reset all four tires. Thanks for your help

[@alfredposey]

I used four jack stands yesterday to rotate my tires, but I like this way better just having one wheel off of the ground at a time. It is much safer! Thanks!!

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@dllivery7]

I'm rotating my tires tomorrow thanks for all the tips 🚗

[@jacobgeuss9086]

I am thankful for seeing this. I was really dreading how to figure this out thank you so much. This was something I did not think of

[@mattt9834]

Smart Idea! I never thought of using the spare!! Thank you for this video!

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found it helpful

[@Rob.lizza.gfm22]

Just did this and a random person stopped with an electric impact to help . Thank God to sure was hot today . And by the way this fixed the slight wobble I'm assuming was from the west in the tires.

[@lennywilliams2300]

I was on my way to buy Jack stands, glad I caught this video. Never would've thought of that. 😮.... Thanks man!....... New subscriber! 💪

[@mixmasterhoser]

this is so simple it's genius. Great video bro.

[@GanderFlight]

Appreciate it!

[@l3fty280]

great details from start to finish. Thank you for this great tutorial.

[@honorw4125]

This is good but the combination is different depending on whether your car is front or rear wheel drive or your tyres are directional. One thing you shouldn't do is put your feet under the tyre with the scissor jack in use, it's just for changing a flat. If the scissor jack fails, your feet are under the tyre you'll trap your feet.

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@divinedvon]

I've been trying to find an easy way for a minute thank you bro

[@GanderFlight]

Hope it was helpful!

[@divinedvon]

@@GanderFlight It was

[@kristheninja]

Thanks dawg I was racking my brain trying to think of the solution and it was staring me in the face, 🤙🏾

[@GanderFlight]

No problem 👍

[@bluegorillacookies]

Dude, after having a scissor jack totally fail and the axel crash to the ground, I wouldn't recommend putting your feet under the tire...especially when it's not bolted on. It's one thing to have a tire fall on your feet. Another to have the axle crash down if that scissor jack were to fail.

[@GanderFlight]

Fair point

[@xHadesStamps]

Yeah, definitely. It even says in the manual to never get under the car while it’s on the jack, as it can slip and fall off of it. Those scissors jacks aren’t the most reliable, unfortunately

[@69bjgmopar]

Thanks it worked for me today.

[@GanderFlight]

Good to hear!

[@jakelake6794]

Trying this tomorrow, Thank you.

[@GanderFlight]

How'd it work out for you?

[@jakelake6794]

Worked great thank you.

[@nasseraburashed]

Thanks for sharing.

[@gtivw-c6o]

i do this with an extra wheel that i have for my car but never thought about the spare tires for the other cars smh lol. TY !

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@Engineer_Heathen]

To prevent the wheels from spinning just engage the emergency brake. Nice video.

[@GanderFlight]

Won't that only work for the rear wheels in most vehicles?

[@HighSpeedNoDrag]

Yes, engage the Parking Break regardless of chalking the wheels of the Aircraft.

[@waynepurcell6058]

I've been scratching my head about tire rotation lately. I drive a Miata, not crazy, but I do play with it (within reason). I've rotated tires religiously my whole life. However due to "life happenings" I've neglected rotating for two years. I've also NOT seen my tires wearing much quicker than when I DID rotate them. I've always been told (and believed) that rotating tires nearly doubled their life, I'm don't think I believe that anymore. This is my third year on my current set and at the rate they are wearing I'll be starting to need a new set around tax time. That's absolutely par for the course with my Miata, averaging about 3.5 years per tire set. My level of driving aggression hasn't altered, and I've actually been driving FAR more to stay out of the house (daughter and her 3 howling 2- to 5-year-olds crashed back in on the wife and I a couple years back). If rotating doesn't really make THAT big a difference in wear, at least on a light car like the Miata, I'll just forgo the rotations and run a staggered wheel/tire setup for the more aggressive look.

[@GanderFlight]

Interesting observations. Sounds like you've got it dialed in, aligned and balanced pretty darn well!

[@stevieboitano1038]

I think generally the rate of wear is a negligible difference for most daily, clear-weather driving. The only time you will likely notice it will happen to be when you need it most, in adverse weather conditions, rain, ice... or if you drive it like a race car, where it can be a pucker vs wreck difference. This video is pretty good; I think you could adapt it to just a single moving jack stand, keeping in mind some rotations are more complicated (AWD/4WD). If you break it down into single steps though, the "three on the floor" idea should still work.

[@jimmyfjam]

Super helpful! Thanks for the value sir

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@MrSamPhoenix]

Great video, I’m going to perform the same thing Come time tomorrow.

[@GanderFlight]

How'd it work out for you?

[@MrSamPhoenix]

@@GanderFlight Well, I just put jack stands on all four corners of the car. And put the front tires to the rear, and crossed the rears to the front.

[@scotchbudmeister9018]

Thanks, this is a great method!

[@GanderFlight]

Super handy to keep in the back pocket if you don't have jack stands!

[@pain.497]

I dont trust scissor jacks had one of those fail before. A pump jack is my go to every time.

[@GanderFlight]

Use what ya got! A floor jack and jack stands are definitely easier and faster in every way - just another method for the mental toolbox - safe travels!

[@joshuasiniscal8930]

Why have I never thought of this... wow.

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@crazedxfighter]

Wow. Spare tire. Got cha wow... I'm dumb as he'll. Saved me some money

[@couchtomato1946]

Why didn't I think of this? Thanks Joshua!!!

[@GanderFlight]

Safe travels!

[@tonukefraser543]

That spare tire trick is damn smart

[@GanderFlight]

Hope its useful for you

[@yingcluk]

When criss-cross the rear tires, you are supposed to remove the tire and mount in reverse left & right to make sure both the inside and outside trend of the tires are used and worn evenly.

[@GanderFlight]

You'll have to follow the recommendation for your type of tire AND the type of drive your vehicle uses- AWD, 4WD, 2WD.

[@gmoneybags01]

@@GanderFlightthis info is in manual that comes with the car or no?

[@xHadesStamps]

Are you saying to unmount the tires, flip them around, and then remount them? Tires aren’t designed to be unmounted and remounted that many times. That *is* necessary when switching directional tires left and right (which is why I’m not a fan of them), but that’s because if you don’t, they’ll draw water to the center, making them worse than smooth tires. If you have directional tires, just rotate front-and-back, and don’t bother switching sides

[@lanep4322]

Super helpful, thanks for posting.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad it was helpful!

[@johnridland]

Nice clear video, thanks!

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found some value in it

[@declanmckeown323]

You certainly can do it like this, but it's much easier with a proper floor jack and some stands, IMO. Not to mention safer. And if you're the type of person who is going to rotate your tires, you will probably find plenty of other use for those tools anyway.

[@GanderFlight]

Fair point - and it will definitely be easier and quicker. Also good to know as another alternative should you ever need it

[@Hahehhwgajshah72726..]

In the time you stuff around doing all that with the crappy car jack, mucking around with the spare tyre and tightening and loosening nuts by hand I can rotate my tyres at home with a trolley jack, 4 stands and a impact 5 times.Great video nonetheless I suppose if you want to make it harder than it has to be and you don’t have the correct tools.👍

[@delasmoo]

Were you tightening the spare to the same torque as other tires or just tight enough to hold that spot of the car up?

[@GanderFlight]

Just enough to hold it in place - wasn't driving anywhere with it on.

[@josephmccamish5966]

GENIUS! Thanks.

[@josephmccamish5966]

* I am traveling for long periods of time and lots of miles and don't travel with floor jack and stands. This is a perfect solution for me. I can do this anywhere with minimal tools.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@nataliafeliz4804]

Awesome! Thank you sir!

[@GanderFlight]

Glad you found some value in it

[@faxmen09]

Very good. That said, glad I can just take my vehicles to Discount Tire/(America's Tire) and get for free. And, they do it whether tire purchased there, or not.

[@GanderFlight]

Sounds like you've got it figured out!

[@faxmen09]

@@GanderFlight Well, works for me.

[@tonznz007]

thanks it makes sense and the process is clearly explained. Good tips on tightening lug nuts too.

[@GanderFlight]

Glad it helped

[@matt_matau]

I appreciate the guidance

[@ronw9901]

Yes makes alot of sense

[@captainstress]

This is great. Thank you.

[@GanderFlight]

You're welcome.

[@michaelpaul721]

Nice clear video

[@GanderFlight]

👍 Thanks

[@EmiUdomah]

Brilliant!!! Thanks

[@GanderFlight]

You're welcome!

[@TheTruth-qu4xx]

Not sure if I missed it, but you need to mention directional and non directional tires. Your example is not proper for directional tires, they can’t leave the same side.

[@GanderFlight]

You are absolutely correct - I did not touch on directional tires. If your tires are directional then they can only be rotated on the same side to keep them rolling in the designed direction. If you're unsure if you have directional tires, chances are you don't as they are less common and used for intentional purposes. Here is a good article about directional tires: www.firestonecompleteautocare.com/blog/tires/directional-tires-and-their-benefits/

[@lydines4]

you are very appreciated!

[@ciennekdm]

Good call, thanks for the great video!! For awd vehicle, is the pattern gonna be left front to left rear and left rear to left front? Also, do I need to torque the spare tire to make it safe? Or hand tighten will be good enough?

[@GanderFlight]

If you're not driving on the spare, just using it to hold the space while rotating, hand tightening all the lug nuts is what I do personally - use your own judgement. Many sources suggest a diagonal X pattern for AWD vehicles: www.bridgestonetire.com/learn/maintenance/tire-rotation/

[@ciennekdm]

@@GanderFlight thanks!!

[@xHadesStamps]

Unlike what some may say, I would not recommend the X pattern ever. It depends on whether torque is biased to the front (which I’d recommend the forward cross for) or to the rear (for which I’d recommend the rearward cross).

[@cartofulfierbinte]

Personally I just lifted the whole car off one side and swapped tyres. Got a smaller Renault Clio. But I think I won't be doing that again though, this is safer

[@GanderFlight]

👍

[@lunejersey]

Great simple idea

[@GanderFlight]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JasonBuck-mm6sy]

Thanks for this. Yes simple but if you don't think about thr spare your kinda lost.

[@dionrodella9633]

Aren’t you supposed to just move the back to the front like driver rear to front ?

[@Littles13579]

U r a genius. Now I don't have to put the car on 4 jackstands at once.

[@GanderFlight]

Just another option

[@kevinryman5502]

Thank you 🤘🏻

[@edanisgreat5118]

You are a legend, thank you 🔥🔥

[@GanderFlight]

Thanks for watching!

[@AbiyelIsrael]

Dont the TPS sensor have to be reprogrammed after the rotation?

[@adamlogistics]

You are the man

[@GanderFlight]

Thanks for watching!

[@hype_henry]

Smart man. Smart man

[@GanderFlight]

Just another idea to keep in your mental toolbox :)

[@austindboyd]

That pipe come with that model?

[@GanderFlight]

😂 lol nope, its a scrap pile special!

[@F8lastcallcharger345]

My 2021 Jeep Cherokee has a air pump and mopar branded fix a flat instead of a spare.

[@GanderFlight]

That's a bummer - kinda sucks that Jeep of all manufactures isn't providing a spare tire.

[@xHadesStamps]

And if your sidewall is ruptured, you’re screwed

[@samhardy2038]

It’s just front to back with todays tires No cross switching.

[@GanderFlight]

Define "todays tires" all my research says that absolutely depends on FWD vs AWD vs RWD and the type of tire.

[@xHadesStamps]

Incorrect. That is only true with directional tires, which are designed to push water out past the edges (if installed backwards, they’ll pull water to the center). Your manufacturer may recommend front-and-back because it’s “good enough,” but the forward- or rearward-cross method is always superior for non-directional tires.

[@geryaj9853]

Thanks for the video Toby Maguire

[@GanderFlight]

hahaha - haven't heard that one before!

[@crose7123]

Holy sh&t he does look like him 😂

[@thekreativeculture9642]

Steve from Blues Clues

[@dragongaurd666]

Brilliant man ty

[@GanderFlight]

Thanks for watching!

[@andrewoates8723]

thank you!

[@GanderFlight]

Welcome!

[@Matt-rk3de]

Dude… ur a genius

[@GanderFlight]

Hope it was helpful

[@Ash-cz7gp]

BOSS !!! TY...

[@BiNumLi]

Thanks.

[@GanderFlight]

Hope it was helpful

[@johnknox4293]

thanks man

[@GanderFlight]

Thanks for watching!

[@christianpetersen1782]

Don’t you have to have the front wheels checked for alignment after changing the tyres?

[@GanderFlight]

I've never hear of that and its never been recommended to me when I've had a shop rotate tires either

[@dand3975]

The only need to have a front end or 4 wheel alignment done is if the tires are wearing uneven or if their is a problem With steering, such as pulling to one side or a shimmy or vibration felt in the steering wheel.

[@c0pyimitati0n]

That's a lot of extra work when you can just get a $10 set of jack stands from Harbor Freight

[@GanderFlight]

Is it really?

[@jonmo2694]

@@GanderFlight it takes me a long time, and it's a workout, I got a floor jack and jackstands but that wasn't exactly much easier.I have rusted out pinchwelds on my Pontiac so I have to find jackstands locations that are safe.

[@robertnbobn7664]

That will save me $40. Great idea. My tires go straight back and straight forward. No criss cross. It says it in the manual. Tire shop made a mistake and criss cross ed them the way you said. That was a noisy mistake. They really vibrated. All that hand jacking. You could use a power drill with a hook. Depending on how the end hooks up. This is a great idea. Wow.

[@GanderFlight]

The hook chucked into the drill is a great idea!

[@xHadesStamps]

Are they directional tires? This is one big reason why I’m not a huge fan of them.

[@saidcortijo7146]

Sucks that newer cars don't have a spare

[@GanderFlight]

It most certainly does

[@govindrangan8734]

Nice codeo

[@GanderFlight]

Thanks for watching!

[@darvinpule3967]

Can someone confirm the rotation? Because google is tell me if you have front wheel drive, than the front 2 tires go back on opposite sides and the back tires go forward on the same side. Or does it matter?

[@nickdeagle3271]

For directional mounted tires the arrow direction is toward the front. I.e., the direction of travel. In these cases front to rear. That being said always put best tires on rear. If not the rear end will come around too easily when emergency braking. Mitigate by placing best at rear.

[@frederickneal4781]

I can't believe you are trusting that scissor jack.

[@mikehunt8375]

Easier method is not tk put the spare tire on and just put the spare under the shock mount and let the car down on it. Already have the lug nuts loose on whatever side you're doing next. Boom saves half hour easy

[@GanderFlight]

But the wheel isn't designed for weight in that direction - will it work? maybe, is it advisable? nope

[@rrppodcast3347]

🙏👏👏👏 GREAT JOB!

[@GanderFlight]

Hope it was helpful!

[@timothycossette762]

Why do all that extra work with the spare? Just jack it up from the center side of the vehicle and get it on two wheels....

[@GanderFlight]

Because there isn't a frame on this vehicle or a reinforced jack point in the middle... if you did that you'd just be crushing sheet metal

[@kaydenpalmer3451]

Preciate it

[@GanderFlight]

Hope it was helpful!

[@JacksonAxe]

I consider myself a damn good problem solver, but F me, I didn't think of this.

[@cameronfranssen9984]

You need a torque wrench

[@GanderFlight]

Proper torque of lug nuts is essential - agreed that is the ideal tool for re-installing the lugs.

[@cody1212143]

Okay what about if you do have jack stands lol

[@GanderFlight]

Then tuck it in your mental back pocket for a rainy day and use your jack stands :0

[@raybarraza9598]

Gander flight about to rotate...regulaters rotate 😂

[@GanderFlight]

😆