Tire mounting? - Ford Explorer Ranger Enthusiasts "Serious Explorations"®

DR264 · 04-22-2001, 08:15 PM

I just got a set of 33 tsl radials that i order from national tire, and i was wondering if anyone has ever mounted their own tires using tire irons? I've mounted several motorcyle tires and was think about saving a few dollars and doing it myself. Can it be done and how hard is it?

IAMCDN · 04-22-2001, 08:20 PM

I just replaced mine this weekend (used a tire changer that my Uncle has) and I think it would be pretty hard to do without one. Maybe it is possible, but it would be hard.

Clint · 04-23-2001, 01:58 AM

dont' even think about it it won't happen

*JoshC* · 04-23-2001, 11:46 AM

man that would be some rought work. Those are probably about an 8 ply aren't they, or not since they are raidals? I would think that you would beat the crap out of your wheels trying to get them on there wouldn't you? I've never done it before but using my imagination, i would say pay the extra money to save time and scratched up parts.

Post some pics when you get them put on there!!

Happy trailes!

04-22-2001, 08:15 PM	#1
DR264 Wannabe Elite Explorer Peoria, IL 93 XL, 96 XLT Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 27 Vehicle Specs	I just got a set of 33 tsl radials that i order from national tire, and i was wondering if anyone has ever mounted their own tires using tire irons? I've mounted several motorcyle tires and was think about saving a few dollars and doing it myself. Can it be done and how hard is it? __________________ 96 Explorer XLT 60000mls.30x9.50 AT KO's (wifes) 93 Explorer XL 106000mls. 3"BL 33x10.50 TSL Radials Stock rims

04-23-2001, 01:58 AM	#3
Clint Wannabe Elite Explorer Mesa ,AZ 91 sport Join Date: Oct 2000 Posts: 678 Vehicle Specs	dont' even think about it it won't happen __________________ 7" of total susp. lift .... 33's blah blah blah

04-23-2001, 11:46 AM	#4
JoshC Only rolled it once honey Nitro, WV 97 4d OHV Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 4,493 Vehicle Specs	man that would be some rought work. Those are probably about an 8 ply aren't they, or not since they are raidals? I would think that you would beat the crap out of your wheels trying to get them on there wouldn't you? I've never done it before but using my imagination, i would say pay the extra money to save time and scratched up parts. Post some pics when you get them put on there!! Happy trailes! __________________ Josh Cassell --- WV Air Force National Guard 97 SASed explorer---RIP 04 EB Explorer V6 09 F150 Crew Cab with 33's 00 F150 Super Cab with 33's

04-22-2001, 08:20 PM	#2
IAMCDN Wannabe Elite Explorer Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada '94 XLT 4x4 4 Dr sold Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 261 Vehicle Specs	I just replaced mine this weekend (used a tire changer that my Uncle has) and I think it would be pretty hard to do without one. Maybe it is possible, but it would be hard.