23-03-2021, 06:15 PM
One thing that I always do before attempting to fit a tyre, is keep it in the conservatory for a while to get it nice and warm and, therefore, relatively soft. That, a couple of good quality tyre levers (I use 600mm Heyco like this - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Heyco-150506008...B003K1ED0O ) and a stout pair of boots seems to do the trick. I also use a rubber mallet to help for the last few inches, if needed.
I fitted a new set of Longstones on the Cabriolet last summer and had no troubles. with these techniques..
The other thing that might help is throwing yourself on the mercy of your local tyre fitting bay and cadge some of the magic white stuff they use to lubricate the tyre wall...
hth...
I fitted a new set of Longstones on the Cabriolet last summer and had no troubles. with these techniques..
The other thing that might help is throwing yourself on the mercy of your local tyre fitting bay and cadge some of the magic white stuff they use to lubricate the tyre wall...
hth...