Question on changing tires
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Mahwah NJ
Question on changing tires
I'm looking to buy a cordless drill or Impact drill to change tires at the race track. I can't find anyone at the hardware stores that can agree on what size I need. I hear 14v to a 18v cordless drill Is ok. Then I hear that only a cordless impact drill will work. Has anyone on this forum changed their tires with a cordless device that can offer me some help? Also which drive Is needed 1/2 or 3/4 ?
Thanks!!!
Thanks!!!
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2003
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From: Panhandle FL
Re: Question on changing tires (19vette91)
I would recommend a 1/2" impact drill.Without the impact, a drill won't be able to bust loose your nutz.Go check out the selection at sears.I saw some nice Dewalts there.I wold also get the highest voltage you can afford. 18volt
or bigger should do fine. :chevy
or bigger should do fine. :chevy
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: High Plains Drifter Fayetteville, AR
Re: Question on changing tires (19vette91)
You'll still need to torque them with a torque wrench. NEVER trust an electric impact to tighten a bolt or nut completely.
Race Director
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Re: Question on changing tires (19vette91)
Might want to look into this item... :thumbs:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=690036
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=690036
Le Mans Master
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From: High Plains Drifter Fayetteville, AR
Re: Question on changing tires (scorp508)
Is there any cordless unit that can break 100 ft/lb free? :confused:
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Mahwah NJ
Re: Question on changing tires (19vette91)
Thanks for the help guys, you saved me $250.00 I was about to spend $300
on a cordless Impact wrench and the Roadpro Impact Is only $40 plus $10 shipping.
:party:
[Modified by 19vette91, 11:24 PM 12/28/2003]
on a cordless Impact wrench and the Roadpro Impact Is only $40 plus $10 shipping.
:party:
[Modified by 19vette91, 11:24 PM 12/28/2003]
