Harbor Freight Mini Tire Changer 61179 for Tractor Tires
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In this video I show you how to change a tire using the Harbor Freight Mini Tire Changer 61179. This small tool works quite well.
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Wearing a lawn tractor tire bald is a very unique accomplishment. It is something i have never seen before.
Exactly what I was thinking. I had tires 20 years old that still had plenty of tread. Lol
Bought one these did not work as advertised. Tried to break the bede the center bolt bent. I ended up using a wide chisel to break the bede
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tried
he really didn’t want to replace that valve i guess 😂
Not really I used to make em bald 24/7 hillbilly sports
That's a alignment problem. Tire wasn't worn evenly.
The smaller the tire, the harder it is to put on is RIGHT ! Thanks for the instruction.
I've had this changer for a number of years and have struggled with it. Putting the cone-shaped spacer on over the lever is brilliant! I can't believe that the instructions don't show that.
Thanks for taking the time to make a video on this. Does anyone else hold their breath while watching work videos? I catch myself needing to breath.
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I made an improvement to mine that works great. most small wheels have at least 2 holes thru them, I added a few links of chain and a eye bolt. I attached the chain to the base and run the eye bolt thru one of the holes and put the nut on. Now the wheel wont turn when you are working on it, one that didnt have a hole I popped the valve stem out and ran the eye bolt thru that hole . Really Big improvement on this tool and works great
Man, that's actually the first time I have ever seen slick mower tires! That Husqvarna must have some serious power!! Good video on the use of the tire changer!
Thank you for showing where the red tire bar fits under the aluminum cone shaped spacer. I couldn’t hold the tool down and the bead would not start under the rim.
You helped me out a lot.
Thank you!!!
After watching your video I bought this from harbour freight and was able to change the front 2 tires on my ride-on mower. Your video gave me the confidence to try this myself and some tips on how to do it.
Just a helpful note on Mounting the Changer so you can use it.
If you don't have a Vise mounted to a sturdy bench you can get a 4 foot legnth of 2x6 or 2x8 and Bolt the Tire Changer on to that. Then put it in your Driveway and simply role your car or truck onto the end of the wood. You have to kneel to use it but it's locked solid.
Use 4 lag bolts to secure it to the top of a tree stump. And put blocks of 2x4 under the side of the tire you're putting pressure on to prevent bending the all-thread.
For the money it works great
Had a lawn service for 30 years
Save me a lot money and time
A pair of vise grips on the wheel when mounting the tire helps immensely
... Didn't realize the mini tire changer existed ... Thanks, you've just saved me a lot of sweat & tears, I'm headed to Harbor Freight right now ... ! I'm too old to bust my knuckles anymore
best 37 dollars i ever spent,it aint the best but it gets the job done. i use a vise grip on one side to hold the top bead in place when installing.
I just placed the tire on the ground and used a bottle jack against my hitch to break the bead. Then put the bottle jack in the center of the rim, and against the hitch, to stabilize the rim to remove the tire. Works pretty good if you don't have an actual tire changer.
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Best video on CZcams for tips ..especially the tip about the cone adaptor!!!
Changed 8 tires with it and it's already paid for itself! Great little tire changer!
Thanks for the information. I got the same set up. I got the bottom side on and I've been fighting the top side for 2 hours. I'm going to try the arrangement of the cone, adapter and top piece. I'm not a weak guy either. I saw 1 guy use a pair of vice grips to keep the tire down under the rim. But it just gets on the way. Have a good one Doouble Wide 6.
I like the fact that you put the valve side down. Similarly, you locked the rod under the disk that stopped the rod from moving out of the position where it is supposed to be, between the tire and the rim. Bravo and thank you!
Know this is an old video, but for anyone curious. This would've been a fair bit easier had the tire been warmed up before installation. Either set it out in the sun for a good 30+ minutes, or use whatever you have to heat it up. It will make it far more elastic and if your tire is warped, like this one was, it will fall back into its intended shape on top of becoming more elastic.
Thank you , something I just never thought about
Little 15x6.00-6 tires are a pain in the ass to put on. I own a mobile tire service and those are by far the hardest ones to mount and I do big rear tractor tires all day.
I used this yesterday and it kick my ass.The bead breaker works great and getting the tire off was all right. Putting the tire on was another story. Getting the first part was good. But to get the last bead on was difficult I try your set up I have 20x12-10 tire and could not secure the rim done . I ended up putting on ground and work it around what a pain in the ass. But I got it done.
Nice video. Ive been holding my rims by 2 punches in the vice, there is 2 holes for weights on my rims. I like the looks of that tool, I will get one. I prefer a 412 valve stem which is the shortest I've been able to find. I put valve stem towards center of tractor, and weight on outside of rim. Valve stem on outside of rim is more likely to hit an something.
I appreciate this video but if I learned anything from trying to do my mower tires myself last time it is that I would be happy to pay a tire shop to do it next time no matter what the price. And I am the type that absolutely HATES paying someone else for doing anything I think I can do myself...
i watch this and wish there was just a cool shop where anyone could drop off their stuff and you could fix it. You have ALL THE STUFF!
Great videos! Not sure you mentioned it but the rim has a “drop- center” that you use when dis-mounting/mounting the tire. Place the tire bead in the drop center and then the opposite side of the bead can be easily slip over the wheel rim.
You da man! Been a snake. . . . . Thanks!
Yup. Found that out the hard way. This is especially the case if it's a deep set rim that has a deep side and a shallow side. That 'drop center' you mention is on the shallow side of the rim and the tire can only be removed and reinstalled from that shallow side.
I made a mount for this that fits into my receiver hitch. It sticks out far enough that the tailgate will open and the main leg is adjustable up and down. I use mine a lot and I made another cup with a rubber gasket from an irrigation pipe that drops over the main 5/8" shaft so when I tighten the top nut it clamps the wheel from both sides with rubber. Wheels do not spin in it now. I also made me a T handled wrench that fits over the top nut so i can spin it down real quick and really tighten it. It works really good now.
Excellent video and shows how easy it is to deal with these small tire/wheel combos with the right tools.... Thanks man!
Bloody effing hell where was this video a week or so ago when I changed my exmark tires!!!
I always mark where the valve stem is on the tire. I have had locust thorns break off and you not find them feeling around the tire. With stem marked, you can find the hole and make sure you get the piece our and not have to patch it again. I do love the video, I will definitely use the bolt next time instead of holding the tire or breaking it down while still on the tractor.
I have one on my lawnmower service truck. Love it, so easy to use.
Thanks for posting that video. I was struggling get the last part of the tire on. When I followed the different way you stacked the nylon spacer and the disc I was able to get the tire on.
If you forget the valve stem, there is a tool that installs it from the outside of the wheel. It uses a rod like the one you have, only not jointed, and a cone that you push the lubed-up stem through. Personally, I usually put a tube in a new mower tire, because they always seem to leak eventually.
The number one trick to easily changing tires is wetting the tire rim part. You aced it.
I can't get anyone to fix my flat lawnmower tire. In the middle of this coronavirus, this video helps me a lot. Thanks-
One can place the tire in the sun to make it more pliable, these small ones can be crazy great review
Great video!!! Just what I needed to replace the tires on my John Deere!!! Thank you!!
Thank you. I have the same tool. i could not get the second bead on. Putting the removal/install tool under the cone is key! thanks again!!
I haven't had to change lawn tractor tires yet, but I DID remove old and install new tires on a small boat trailer a couple of years ago.. It was a TON of sweat-popping, knuckle-bustin work to get them off and on WITHOUT a proper tool.. The main issue was stabilizing that small rim enough to get the amount of leverage you need to work.. it's nearly impossible to stand on a 6 or 8 inch rim lol..
Thanks for the video. I just bought one the other day (used my 20% coupon). I bought it after struggling withe removal of my 2-stage Snapper snow blower tire, I'm hoping this makes my life easier if I need to use it on one of my other machines as well.
Well described wheel video - Thanks. Need to do mine soon - going to an ATV type tires. Been driving mine with chains on for last 5 years to have enough traction.
Wish I seen this video before replacing the front tires on my tractor. Would have gone more smoothly if I had used the cone shaped spacer the way you did. Helps to keep the tool in place under the tire bead when installing. Thanks for posting.
Nice vid. Helped me a lot when I had to do the same. Probably never use the HF tool again, if anyone wants to buy mine...
Tires are crazy...so simple, but a real tough install sometimes. I love this little machine for small tires...it's hard to beat the price, especially if you change more than a couple of tires a year or if you have neighbors who don't mind buying the beer to watch you change their's. :>)
Let's see him do it with a tube type tire!
I change small tires every day in my mower repair shop. I use two pry bars and can change three out in the time it takes to use this contraption to change one.
Thanks for sharing Bob. I have thought about getting one of those for a couple of years for my equipment looks like they work pretty good. Happy new year my friend and love and prayers for the little man!!!
Thanks for the demo! I’m in my yard struggling with my first lawn tractor tire change and these are no joke!! Car tires are easier by far!! New sub with all new vids coming my way!!👍🏽😎
Use visegrips on upper rim to keep tire from rotating around & around on the rim
tire wont keep spinning around and off ( on installing )
That same soap water mix that was helpful with removal and installation of the tire, is also equally helpful with a new valve stem
Thats why he used it.
@@waynesmith9765 you beat me to it, lol.
According to the " manual" ... rim, Round aluminum centerer piece, spacer, top nut. Thanks man!
😎🇺🇸👍 Hey Buddy! Nice work definitely need that nifty tire buster for this job. Harbor Freight comes in handy for specialty tools you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on, or rent.Keep up the great videos.
Great video. Thanks for taking the time and effort in showing how the changer tool works. Two thumbs up !
Dude! I know this is an old video, but that is so much easier to do with a couple of tire spoons with the wheel on the floor. I just did three today in the shop without working as hard as you did! Now, I do have a full sized titre changer that I use to break the bead, but still....
Thank you for this video. I suffered through getting one old Carlisle tire off and new one on. This video SO much better. I will check out your setting bead video. My new tires were smushed and I ended up taking one to shop.
By entering the tire size on Amazon,you can find good deals on a set of two and quite a few brands are 4 ply and haven't been "strapped" meaning they aren't squashed when they arrive.
It makes replacement waaaaay easier.
that sure beats trying to mount small tires on the ground have to pick me up one of those thank you for the vid
I disagree. I can fix one with a breakdown spoon 2 screw drivers and vice grips just as fast or faster and I have one of the tools he is demonstrating.
Excellent video. Looks like a decent product. Mounting small tires is nothing but misery if trying to do it by hand.
Worked for me and I'm an old woman. I just had to use a third screwdriver to hold my place a few times.
Hi Bob, glad you purchased that tire changer. If you remember several months ago I asked you if you had one. They make small tire changes a snap. Hope you all had a great Christmas, looking forward to the new year.
Ha I'm going to have to get one of these. I did find out it's easier if you install them from the front side of the rim because the front side of the rim is a lot smaller than the back side.
16$ is what the lawnmower shop charged me.nice video, thanks.
Seems like the changer works pretty well for those little tires and rims I guess the big trick is to use thar soapy solution as you mentioned my son had a 4 wheele growing up and those were a pain to change without any changer i had Antique tire irons that came in a Antique cars factory tool kit i owned years ago they worked but it wasn’t as easy as your way
I have never seen anyone use a tire valve stem installer tool for removing. Seems easier to remove the core and then cut it
you can get them at a real auto parts store they work well.
I use my tool to pull my tires come out and to put it in
Well don't watch this guy he didn't use the stem installer correctly.
@canuckguy worried how would this wreck the tool! Its still pulling it?
@@KyGun why did'nt he?
It must be comforting to know that if the tire changing gig doesn't work out there will always be a place for you in the bear wrestling arena. 😆 Nice job man!
Cool vid DW, I just take them to the tire store and let them mess with it . Can see where if you own a business and do it a lot.
Ha! First wore out tractor tire I've seen that wasn't full of slime.
Awesome I just bought 2 tire irons and wrestled my tires on old school and then knocked out my front tooth with the tire Iron. Saved $40.00 dollars on the tire install and spent $1,000 on my front tooth I could have just bought a new lawn mower now!! 😂
Thanks man, I have one these mini installer but I could figure out what is proper way to use it, great post. I am putting tube in my front wheel, I always have problem with slow leaks.
Hey DW6, looks like a good workout, lol. Great video, Thanks
Wish I could just rent one, prolly only gonna use it twice in a lifetime, still good video, thanks much.
It’s a lot quicker with tire spoons and heavy rubber mallet. Cool little tire changer though. Didn’t know harbor freight had that.
A little 'rubbing alcohol' on the valve stem would make it much more 'slippery' than soapy water and make it slide into the hole much easier.
Don't think I'm as strong as you but I change my tyres with three old-fashioned tyre levers. If needs be, I break the bead by laying the wheel on the ground, placing a strong plank on the sidewall, and drive a car onto it.
Use a small block of wood for leverage , that stem should come out a lot easier.
And I've used my valve stem Puller for Installing and......Removing, Works fine. Also used diagonal cutters to remove them, up to your preference.
Great vid Bob! I've been thinking about getting one of those. Looks pretty easy compared to doing it the old school way.
Good video, but that tire did go on easier than they usually do...sometimes you have to use a vise grip to grab the rim to stop the tire from following the mounting bar.around .....and it works better if it is bolted down to a steel plate or pretty good sized piece of thick wood..that way you can work on it at table height or put it on the ground...some tires get very balky and yo have to try different work heights to get it to cooperate.....it is easier to just use a utility knife or a razor to remove the old valve
Mounting snowblower and other small low pressure tires have their own challenges due to their width and small diameter as opposed to car and truck tires. Be aware that they are low pressure tires and don't use too much air pressure when trying to seat the bead as that could cause the tire to explode. Liberal amounts of soap and water can make this job easier.
The only video I actually seen using the tool correctly everyone never uses that flange aluminum piece in the correct area
Great video. Looks like you got all of the goodie out of the old tire, (no tread left in the center). If that was a car tire, it would be hung on a fence post with, No Hunting painted on it. Lol
Carful pulling tire off idk what it cost but you can strip out the top fairly easy hopefully u won't be using this tool too often anyway good video bro bro
Very good, now I see how that plate is put on they changing device, ok. But I watched this video because I thought it would change a tire with a 'tube', I have been really struggling to use this device and change the tube? Just trying to get the tube in and out of the tire about destroys your hands. Is there another video show tube change?
This video is really helpful. I might have to go buy this from harbor freight to get my new tires on my minibike. Only problem... my wheels are freshly powder coated and i already chipped a bunch off just using plastic trim tools and screwdrivers. I think this is even worse
I was looking at this the other day. Most tires I can do no problem, but that 1 tire out of 20...... I think I'm going to pick that up this weekend.
Putting the aluminum wedge on top of the bar like that was the key to me being able to start it and I got it halfway ... however the tire would not continue without additional use of a tire spoon. The instruction manual from Harbor Freight is mostly worthless, and this video is now the 3rd variation I've seen. Bottom line: Put it together anyway you want that works for you.
Try that on a 40 year old Wheel Horse spent two days just trying to break the bead another day spending grinding the rust and painting the wheels inside and out
Damn sure beats doing it with screw drivers.
and safer if you have a tube.
Didn't look any easier to me.
Clamp a pair of Vise grips on the rim when installing tire to hold tire down and stop it from walking around rim.
What I use is a bumper Jack from the 70s put the back side around the rim put it in the hole on your bumper on your car Jack your car halfway off the ground a rim that's been on for 20 years will break down
just cut the stem off... and I guess I've been lucky. Can't remember who showed me - he was very old and I was very young. I just stand on the tire to break the bead and to reinstall the new tire I use two tire irons/spoons. Put the new tires in the sun for a few hours to get them back into shape. I've never bought tires and didn't have them squished. When they are squished they are hard to seat the bead. But - Good vid!
Great video, and hey..... as far as the light from the window goes....... throw some tint on it. It’s super easy and cheaper than a window shade probably
Very cool! Bet you can't go as fast though after replacing those racing slicks. 😉
Great video but it's missing an important part and that is how to get the tire to seal while first airing it up. I've always had a problem with that doing car tires without putting tubes in them.
That tire changer seems to hold up. If you read the reviews on HF site people complain that it's cheaply made and bends
Wow good job and you sure got your money’s worth from that tire lol!
Nice simple video.Thanks
Will that mini tire changer work for 9 inch zero turn tires? GREAT VIDEO!! Love the narrative
You, sir, are awesome! Thanks for this video!
So this will work for Gokart rims as well?
I would have liked to watch you make it take air. LOL... I had to use my big air burst tank that I use for my semi tires to get it to catch the bead.
Great video. Thanks.
Someone sure as hell got their moneys worth out of that tire-LOL
Nice job