| What type of drive system do
I need my tire changer to have? The two major types
of drive systems are Electric and Air. The most common and
easily repairable is electric. It is our suggestion that
you go with an electric drive for convenience and ease of
repair. Electric drive systems are also less expensive to
purchase, operate, and repair.
How my tire changer will work
with wheels (what clamping, bead system, etc.)?
Your rim clamp changer will generally clamp on the rim
with the direct jaw pressure generated by the dual pistons.
(Note: always steer clear of a single piston set up. They
have an extremely high failure rate). Different Teflon and
plastic jaw set ups are available to ensure the surface
of the rim will be mark free. This is especially applicable
with high end rims.
Sizing for my tire changer (internal/external
rim, tire diameter, tire width, etc.)
You should size your changer according to the greatest
possible common range of rims you believe you will be working
with. If you would only change 1 set of 26” tires
in a year it would probably not make sense to spend the
extra money. But on the other hand if you did spend the
extra money you would open your business up to another type
of clientele altogether. It is a business decision that
only the individual business person can reasonably make.
Swing Arm tire changers vs Tilt
Tower tire changers.
This is usually according to the size of the tires and
wheels you are going to be working on. The larger the tires
and rims, the greater the need for a tilt back. For example,
if you are always doing racing slicks or monster mudders,
a tilt back option would be your best choice. If you are
always doing passenger cars and light trucks, a tilt back
is probably not needed.
PAX tires capability of my tire changer
PAX capabilities are usually only done by a dealer. Before
you take on this responsibility you should check to see
if you are going to qualify for PAX warranty reimbursement
with the respective manufacturers. We do not have any info
on this at this time.
Tire changer accessories
Some of the most helpful accessories you can get with your
changer are motorcycle adapters and plastic rim protectors.
Some options come with the machines and some options do
not. Your sales person can help with these available options.
Upgrades for my tire changer
(helper arms, etc.)
Some tire changers are set up to accept the assist arm
after purchase and some are not. If you feel at some point
that you would need an assist arm, you should be certain
at the time of purchase that the machine you are purchasing
has the appropriate adapter to accept an assist arm at a
future date. Beware, some companies will tell you it does
and it really does not. You can see it very clearly by looking
at the upper rear part of the tower and/or the lower part
of the body near the oiler. An experienced sales person
will be able to point out exactly where it is in a picture.
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