How to dismount a budd wheel and tire

## How to Dismount a Budd Wheel and Tire

### Safety Precautions

Dismounting a Budd wheel and tire can be a hazardous task, so it is important to take the following safety precautions:

Wear proper safety gear, including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
Use a tire changer that is rated for the size and weight of the wheel and tire.
Ensure that the tire changer is properly maintained and calibrated.
Never attempt to dismount a tire that is not properly inflated.
Never stand in front of or behind the tire when it is being inflated or dismounted.
Keep children and pets away from the work area.

### Tools and Equipment

To dismount a Budd wheel and tire, you will need the following tools and equipment:

Tire changer
Tire bead breaker
Tire irons
Lube or soap
Rags

### Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Safety Check

Make sure that the tire changer is properly calibrated and maintained.
Inflate the tire to the recommended pressure.
Never stand in front of or behind the tire when it is being inflated or dismounted.

2. Position the Wheel and Tire

Place the wheel and tire on the tire changer.
Center the wheel on the turntable.
Lock the turntable in place.

3. Break the Bead

Use the tire bead breaker to break the bead around the outer circumference of the tire.
Repeat this process on the inner circumference of the tire.

4. Lubricate the Bead

Apply a generous amount of lube or soap to the bead of the tire.
This will help the tire irons to slide more easily under the bead.

5. Insert the Tire Irons

Insert the tire irons under the bead of the tire, about 6 inches apart.
Make sure that the tire irons are facing the center of the wheel.

6. Lever the Bead Off

Use the tire irons to lever the bead off the edge of the wheel.
Work your way around the entire circumference of the tire, lever the bead off in small sections.

7. Remove the Tire

Once the bead is completely off the wheel, lift the tire off the wheel.
Be careful not to damage the tire or the wheel.

### Tips

If you are having difficulty breaking the bead, you can use a hammer to tap the bead breaker.
Be careful not to overtighten the tire changer turntable.
If you are having difficulty removing the tire, you can use a pry bar to help lift the tire off the wheel.

### Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble dismounting a Budd wheel and tire, check the following:

Make sure that the tire is properly inflated.
Ensure that the tire changer is properly calibrated and maintained.
Check that the tire bead breaker is properly adjusted.
Make sure that you are using the correct tire irons.
Apply a generous amount of lube or soap to the bead of the tire.

### Additional Tips

It is important to practice dismounting tires on a scrap tire before attempting to dismount a tire on a vehicle.
If you are not comfortable dismounting tires, it is best to take your vehicle to a tire shop.
Always store tires in a cool, dry place.

By following these instructions, you can safely and easily dismount a Budd wheel and tire.