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Re: Tire bead breaker tools
Posted to Tool & Equipment Forum on 2/23/2012

When I have trouble with that type of tire I break the inside bead first, but also leave 2 or so pounds of air in the tire. The air helps the tire hold it's shape and the machine can still force the bead off. Safety glasses a must for this, there will be a puf... Login to read more.