split rim tire change

[Guest rayjay1902]

does anyone know of a place in CT where they will put a tire on my 17 dodge? i called a few places, but no one will touch it. im leaving the state this tuesday and need it done asap.

[billstewart]

Rayjay ,if you lived closer I would do it for you,probably no tire shop now how to do it, bill

[Guest rayjay1902]

i found a rim spreader on ebay but not sure if they are safe to use. everyone is telling me this is dangerous to do. im leaving for florida next monday and im having her shipped down, i have to have it fixed before she goes on the truck

[bobs1916]

hi

This can be done quite safely. do you have a new tube and flap??? I am sure the directions are on line I live near Danbury I have a spreader and will be around this weekend if you want to bring it over. I have done this on 2 cars

bob 203 746 7080

[Guest 1930]

Bring it to Fl the way it is and I will change it when you get here

[Guest rayjay1902]

thanks guys. i was going to call you bob, but i gave it one more try this morning. i pushed the rim apart by hand up to about 1/4 inch, then lightly tapped it back in the slot and slid the arm to lock it. i made the mistake of putting the rubber flap on the outside of the tire. i read a post last night that said to make sure its on the inside, so i corrected that this morning. now i dont think i trust the wood wheels and might have all 4 remade