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gfw1985 Tue Feb 05, 2008 1:00 pm

Just seen this mentioned in another post and reminded me. Anyone know were to buy one? I looked over all creation a while back and never did find one. If you don't know what I am talking about, it is an adjustable band to fit around tires and blow up to seat tire beads.

doubledoor64 Tue Feb 05, 2008 1:48 pm

they are rather expensive and don't work on everything. (ie not a magic tool)
last one we bought at the tire store was around 175$.

stoneloco808 Tue Feb 05, 2008 3:27 pm

Is this what you are looking for, Click On pic for link.





I rarely use those things. I normally use this tool, a Cheetah.



But when none of these tools are available the simple Carb-Kleen and propane torch does wonders. Special thanks to the Discovery Channel, LOL!!!

gfw1985 Wed Feb 06, 2008 7:34 am

The band is what I'm looking for, but pic doesn't link to a supplier. I used one of them for about two years in high school while working installing tires. Not worth $175 to me, didn't realize they cost that much. I have a small ten gallon air tank that I could adapt like that Cheetah.

Mike Fisher Wed Feb 06, 2008 7:52 am

The second picture does link to NAPA online that sells the tire band for $254.29.

baja72 Wed Feb 06, 2008 12:19 pm

You can use a rachet strap to do the same thing as the band. I have used them on every thing fron a 4" lawnmower up to big off road tires. Use caution when releasing the strap!

gfw1985 Wed Feb 06, 2008 12:32 pm

baja72: I think you are probably right. I need some new straps for my utility trailer anyway. Thanks Guy's!



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