Changing a flat
Hey Guys, I'd like some info on gear to change a flat by myself. Yes I do have roadside assistance but I hate waiting 1 hr for them to get there, then change the tire & write the bill, all in al...
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Ductape wrote:
Low tech is best for unplanned emergencies. Breaker bar and pipe makes it easy.
Do not lube threads. Torque values are computed dry in almost all cases. Check your manual to see if yours is an exception.
Not sure on automotive lugs but astm specs for bolt tensioning by turn of the nut require the bolts to be oiled.
Otherwise the spec would have to account for a large possible range of Friction losses.
Either way, some grease or anti seize will not make a hill of beans difference when tensioning your lugs. And they won't rust on there.
To the op, breaker bar with cheater pipe if you don't have enough lead in your shorts to get the lugs loose with a 4 way, or 1/2" electric impact of you have power makes it super easy, and get a good Jack that works with your rig on all wheels. Either a bottle jack or floor Jack if you have the room.
