Wait til you have to lift one up onto a rear tire carrier...
steel wheels
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the steel wheel strength issue was brought up in another thread, so I checked. The current Tundra is rated for 6,300 lbs GVWR, against 6,470 lbs for the 97 LC. So it would seem that the OEM Tundra steel wheel should be strong enough for the 80 LC as well.
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e9999 said:
I've been thinking something along those lines but never done it. So I guess you're suggesting that wood slides on the tubing as a roller?
Only problem then is to get the axle height just right so that it all lines up.
Riley said:
yes. This is a remarkably good way to move heavy things. I once moved a 5000 lb safe on 2 or 3 steel rods 1/2" in diameter. Could be pushed around very easily.
it's pretty easy to adjust height with a jack, no?
but again, it's still easier to just lift the wheel on there. I'll sometimes stick a foot under and lift the wheel with the foot....
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I often carry a spade or shovel for extraction purposes especially at this time of the year and find this a very easy method to change a wheel far heavier than that on an 80. Basically just sit the tyre in the shovel blade and press down on the handle, you can easily hold it at the correct height with your foot, by pressing down on the handle, while putting on the wheel nuts.
Roll the tire to the hub. Lay the end of the lug wrench on the ground (preferably a 4 way, not the stock pos), and roll the tire onto the end of the wrench below the hub. Use the wrench as a lever (reverse fulcrum) with the wrench end on the ground, with the tire a few inches above and your hand a foot above that. Lift the end in your hand using the wrench/lever, thereby fitting the wheel onto the hub. You can reduce the perceived weight of the wheel by about 75% allowing the placement to occur by manipulating the wrench up and down. This is an old tow truck driver / Highway Patrol method of tire changing without killing yourself. Removing tires works the same in reverse. You'd be amazed at how little effort is required to change a 35x12.5 bias ply swamper on a steel rim (100lb.+) this way.
And if you're in play clothes .. just sit your ass on the ground , with legs in front of you . Place the tire between your thighs , and use your legs to 'lift and control' the tire onto the hub 
Your thighs alone ought to raise the tire quite a bit .. then just start bending your knees up to make the proper adjustment .
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Your thighs alone ought to raise the tire quite a bit .. then just start bending your knees up to make the proper adjustment . TY - Absolved of any responsibilty here
T Y L E R said:And if you're in play clothes .. just sit your ass on the ground , with legs in front of you . Place the tire between your thighs , and use your legs to 'lift and control' the tire onto the hub
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well, not to comment on the inherent potential danger of the procedure to those of us who have much to lose, I just have to mention that you should try to get into more wholesome entertainment. I hope you don't do this in front of little children...!
You like sitting in the mud don't you? Squat like a bear in the woods and keep your fur dry! Besides, who wants to sing soprano? Yeah, it's a pain with the hubcentric wheels, but it's easier on the back.
White Shark said:
I need a pic Mr Shark, please. Having trouble figuring exactly what you are explaining.
Last time I tried that e9999 I was in high school putting slicks on my heavy half ton ... so I can't comment on my technique and 36" SS's
Perhaps not jewel friendly . You're right , single guys need not apply . You married blokes will be safe though ... nothing to lose now , right ?
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Perhaps not jewel friendly . You're right , single guys need not apply . You married blokes will be safe though ... nothing to lose now , right ?
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