HOW TO CHANGE Tire Without Buying New Wheels. Nitro Rustler?

Question

I have a Nitro Rustler w/t-max2.5 engine. Tire wear out quickly with all the power. Well you have to buy wheels and tire as a set to replace worn out tires.. I want to know how to change the tire without buying new wheels. As you know you need to super glue the tires to the wheel. Or where can i buy 4piece Nylon/plastic wheels for the traxxas rustler nitro.

Answer 1

You shouldn't have to EVER buy new wheels when you get new tires.

Now, if you have those really ugly, really small tires, then THAT is your problem with why you have to keep buying new tires.

Answer 2

Learn where your jack is – NOW!

If you don’t know where your jack, spare tire, and tools are stored, or you’ve never taken them out and used them – do it now. Trying to find them and learning how to use them on a dark, rainy night can be difficult and dangerous. Your owner’s manual will show you where the jack, spare, and tool(s) are stored and how to use them. In addition to knowing how to use your jack, you'll need to know the proper spot on the car to use it. Again, check your manual.

Now's also a good time to make sure your spare is properly inflated. Do your wheels have security lug nuts? Do you have the lugnut key/adapter needed to remove them?

Park in a safe spot --
If you have to change a flat tire, park your car well off the road so that you have enough room to work while staying clear of passing traffic. Try to park on a firm and level surface. If possible, do not park on dirt or grass – your jack may sink into the dirt or become unstable.


CAUTION: Before you change a flat, turn off your engine and engage the emergency or parking brake. If your car has an automatic transmission, put it in "Park". If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. Get all of the occupants out of the car.

Set up any emergency warning devices you may have such as flares, flags, warning lights or triangles so that drivers can see them before they see you. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer for proper placement and location near your car.

Prepare everything you need in advance
Consult your owner's manual and follow the procedures for your type of car.


1. To fix a flat you must have

Car jack

Jack handle or crank

Lug wrench (On some cars, the jack handle and wrench are combined.) Lugs are the nuts that hold the wheel on.

Answer 3

Hi. Well at least I know you are talking about an R/C car! Sorry about lack of knowledge on tire attachment, but superglue or epoxy sounds reasonable.

Answer 4

you can but bead locks for it. thats my next thing to get for my t-max. the bead locks are well priced & you can get them for your truck.
also the tire can be taken off the rim. i read that you can boil them in hot water for a few minutes & they will come off. at least that is what a friend of mine said as well as the hobbie store. but you have to use there glue to this.