Homemade tire changer is a common piece of equipment, especially in recent times. All due to the fact that the operation that is performed on such a device is in demand, it has to be carried out often, and there is no time to go to a service center or workshop for qualified assistance. It is in such situations that homemade devices help out.
What is needed to assemble the machine?
It is important to say here that a truck tire changer or a car tire machine is one and the same. There is practically no clear division. Home craftsmen say that it is quite possible to assemble a home-made machine that will not yield even to the 1850th model, which has a third hand. In order to assemble a quality product, the following materials are needed:
- The first important and mandatory component is the frame. This element is most often made from conventional profiles. The only thing you need to pay attention to here is stability. This parameterdifferent for truck tire changers and cars. Naturally, for the first category, the frame must be more stable than for the second.
- The third lever, or as it is also called "hand". This element is considered the third number in the sequence of manufacturing and assembly of the machine, and its main purpose is to remove the tire.
- The last important element is the vertical riser. A third hand will be attached to this part, and in terms of execution, this is most often a welded flange.
The most important point is the quality of spare parts for tire changers. All metal should be from good rolling, as it will have to support the weight of car tires. To facilitate the assembly process and be 100% sure that the assembled machine will meet all the requirements, it is best to first make a drawing, and then order metal rolling based on it.
DIY Assembly
Assembling a tire changer with your own hands begins only after the person has all the necessary components, as well as a clear action plan (drawing). For the assembly process, it is best to follow the following general plan:
- The first step is to assemble the base. It is assembled most often from ordinary profile pipes. The minimum distance between the support pipes must be at least seventy centimeters. If this condition is not met, then it will not be possible to service even passenger cars due to lack of stability, not to mentionfreight.
- After that, you need to attach the flange to the crossbar vertically. It is important to note here that for the successful assembly of a tire changer with your own hands, it is necessary to weld this element. Otherwise, the part simply will not hold. Then a clamp is attached to the already welded flange. With this component, you can attach the "hand".
- Next, experts advise to proceed with the direct installation of the lever. It is necessary to fasten it only to the metal part, otherwise it will also not hold, like the flange.
After that, we can assume that the assembly of the tire changer with your own hands is completed. Another important operation to be carried out after assembly is balancing. The procedure is carried out using the existing wheel. This operation usually takes only a couple of minutes. After that, you can begin to fully operate the machine.
What are the benefits of design?
Hand-assembled tire changer has the following advantages:
- Cost. The price of components for this equipment is low. In addition, in some cases, even previously recycled metal can be used, which will further reduce the cost of the structure.
- Of course, a significant advantage is that you can carry out a tire fitting operation at home for free at any time.
- Versatility. This equipment, when properly handled and adapted, will work well on almost any type of wheel, includingtrucks. It is important to understand that with the correct operation of the machine, the possibility of damage to the wheels is excluded.
Distinguishing Features
Among the features that can be distinguished from homemade machines is compactness. The dimensions of the device are small, which means that you can store it in almost any convenient place. Not to mention the ease of assembly. The number of elements is small, and the design of the machine itself is simple. If you follow the instructions exactly, then the assembly takes only a couple of hours.
Conclusion
If we compare home-made machines and purchased ones, they differ little, except perhaps in their appearance. However, the incomparable advantage of own equipment is not only that you can save time and money on a trip to the service center, but also provide tire fitting services to others. Thus, one day off spent on purchasing materials and assembling the device will pay off not only in terms of convenience, but also in terms of money spent.
