i had an unusual first time experence today, flat tire, thanks to my dad he watched me but i demanded i learn the hard part is the lug nuts, un screwing them with the wrench, what is an easy way to un screw them, oil or what. thanks
2006-09-16 10:29:11 · 11 answers · asked by debbigeri 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I put the wrench on the nut and then stand on the handle, maybe jump a little. If you are too light then you need to also carry a pipe that you can slip over the handle to make it longer. Practice everything at home in your driveway before you do any more driving.
The last woman I saw changing a tire was wearing a calico dress and pumps holding five tow truck drivers at bay with a shotgun
2006-09-16 10:31:54 · answer #1 · answered by waplambadoobatawhopbamboo 5 · 2⤊ 3⤋
Most auto or tool stores sell a "4 way" which is a crossbar lug tool with different sizes on each end. You get a lot more leverage than with the dinky tire iron, and it will work for most cars. Some are even collapsable to keep in the same space. Best not to oil or grease the lug nuts as it can aid in the wheel falling off later, which is a mechanics worst fear. (well, one of them)
2006-09-16 10:35:10 · answer #2 · answered by ThisJustin 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
A little hint: carry a length of water pipe in your trunk that will slip over the lug wrench handle. It gives you WAY more leverage. Another hint: buy a set of 'run flat' tires. Several companies out there selling versions that allow you to drive many, many miles with no air and no damage to the tire.
2006-09-16 10:38:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
The use of a 1/2" drive breaker bar and appropriate socket is much easier than a typical lug wrench.The length of the breaker bar gives you much better leverage.When reattaching the lug nuts they should also be tourqued properly in a "star" pattern.Generally,steel rims to 100 foot pounds,aluminum rims to 90 foot pounds.A shot of wd40 and a 3 or 4 minute wait for it to penetrate is a good idea to ease loosing the nuts.
2006-09-16 10:39:23 · answer #4 · answered by thetdw 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You don't want to put oil on lugnuts... what you do want is a four-way lug wrench... the longest one you can find, because the longer the bar the greater the force a small person can exert... have your old man weld an extension on the end if you can't find one long enough...
2006-09-16 10:31:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you have a flat that is not a blowout (just a puncture) you might be able to use a can of Fix-a-Flat. It is an aerosol sealer that will inflate the tire temporarily until you can get it fixed.
2006-09-16 14:39:34 · answer #6 · answered by Mike S 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hmmm, don't really know until we actually face it. But, something I can think of off the top of my head. My sister dying. She is the one person I love the most and that would really bother me if she were to die for some reason, early in life.
2016-03-27 04:21:46 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you get a flat, pull well off the road if possible, turn on your 4-way emergency flashers, open the trunk and look helpless. Someone will come along and change it for you. Or call your roadside service.
2006-09-16 10:34:40 · answer #8 · answered by oklatom 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I can't wait until I pop a tire. I've never changed one before...I think it'll be a fun learning experience. Except..I don't have a spare on a wheel.....hmm
2006-09-16 10:48:08 · answer #9 · answered by kati 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a good tire wrench help's,get a large one for more leverage,make's e'm come off easy
2006-09-16 10:33:12 · answer #10 · answered by steve 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋