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dugkim · 06-20-2008, 09:14 AM

Not sure if Harbor Freight has this kind of attachment, but I thought "what a great solution". hang the sucker up on the wall until ready to use and then slide it into your receiver hitch when it's time to change a tire.

RAS · 06-20-2008, 09:28 AM

That would be the, very big dollar, NoMar setup. The clamping setup is top shelf and you pay for it. the bar works well for dismounting, not so good at installation. This new lever we've been yacking about has the NoMar's dismount design, but uses the superior MojoLever mounting end.

bobdavis73 · 06-20-2008, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by The Fixer

Hey I got my Dave Bar this afternoon and it looks like a force to be reckoned with. As luck would have it, I also picked up a Harbor freight set up this morning so I'm ready to peel some rubber.

A question for you Harbor Freight tire machine owners. I know the best thing would be to bolt the whole shebang to the floor, but that much real estate in Chicago is not in the budget. I'm thinking of bolting it to a 1" thick by 4'x4' piece of MDF that I have.
What have the rest of you gurus done?

I use Red Heads to bolt mine to the concrete floor. When I am done I just unscrew it, put tape over the holes in the floor to keep dirt out and put the tire changer in the shed for storage. 4 bolts doesn't take long and you will find when yanking on the lever you might like the fact that it is bolted to some real estate.

Bob

RAS · 06-20-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by bobdavis73

I use Red Heads to bolt mine to the concrete floor. When I am done I just unscrew it, put tape over the holes in the floor to keep dirt out and put the tire changer in the shed for storage. 4 bolts doesn't take long and you will find when yanking on the lever you might like the fact that it is bolted to some real estate.

Bob

Thought about doing that, but my old house originally had a dirt floor basement and when concrete was poured in the 40s it was done fairly thin(1"). I would have had to pound out a section and repour thicker.

Fox Fader · 06-20-2008, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bobdavis73

I use Red Heads to bolt mine to the concrete floor. When I am done I just unscrew it, put tape over the holes in the floor to keep dirt out and put the tire changer in the shed for storage. 4 bolts doesn't take long and you will find when yanking on the lever you might like the fact that it is bolted to some real estate.

Bob

Ditto.

DaveNC · 07-15-2008, 08:12 AM

Hey guys,
I'm the builder of the Dave bar.

Have any of you guys had a chance to use it and are you happy with it? Also were the instructions straight forward enough to get the job done without any cursing. Hehe Cursing during tire changing means somethings not working right.

I've decided to keep on building them. Seems like when ever I finish one batch more people want one and I kinda enjoy making them.

Anyway just wanted to stop in and say howdy.

Thanks,
Dave

meanstrk · 07-15-2008, 08:31 AM

Man, they will let ANYONE in here!

Welcome Dave!

Fox Fader · 07-15-2008, 10:25 AM

Wow, first time in a long time I've seen the actual word spelled correctly, cursing and not the southern version, cussing

The Fixer · 07-15-2008, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveNC

Hey guys,
I'm the builder of the Dave bar.

Have any of you guys had a chance to use it and are you happy with it? Also were the instructions straight forward enough to get the job done without any cursing. Hehe Cursing during tire changing means somethings not working right.

I've decided to keep on building them. Seems like when ever I finish one batch more people want one and I kinda enjoy making them.

Anyway just wanted to stop in and say howdy.

Thanks,
Dave

I used mine... Works great. Thanks!

bobdavis73 · 07-15-2008, 10:16 PM

No scratches and it works great.

So far all I have done is tires for friends. I'll burn one up here in a few weeks. Did 300 + miles today.

Bob

TxRider25 · 07-18-2008, 04:44 PM

I also would like to order one of Dave's bars. Is he doing a batch now?

meanstrk · 07-19-2008, 12:06 PM

Drop him a PM. He said he would be doing more, so I guess that would be a yes!

DaveNC · 07-19-2008, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TxRider25

I also would like to order one of Dave's bars. Is he doing a batch now?

Your in luck TxRider25 since I have ONE left from the last batch. I sent the payment info via PM.

Looks like the next batch will be 14 units instead of 7. That way I can keep a few extra's around.

DaveNC · 07-31-2008, 07:59 AM

Hey guys,
I'm just about finished with another batch of 14.

I'm starting up a website within the next few days and would like to get some testimonials from some of you that have used the bar. I'd like to post your name comments and the motorcycle forum if you don't mind.

I'd really appreciate your input. I'm only going to sell small numbers of the bars because they take SO much time to fab. I'll post the website up here so you can check it out.

Thanks,
Dave

TxRider25 · 07-31-2008, 10:35 AM

I'm itching to use the Dave Bar and am out scouting wheels/tires to change. But for now I will say the quality and rugged construction are better than anything I've seen or used.

06-20-2008, 09:14 AM	#91
dugkim apriliaforum expert Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 1,430	Great space saving solution Not sure if Harbor Freight has this kind of attachment, but I thought "what a great solution". hang the sucker up on the wall until ready to use and then slide it into your receiver hitch when it's time to change a tire. __________________ "The fact is that sport-touring is about delicious movement, freedom to go slowly and relax or to turn the throttle and run, with just enough of your favorite stuff in the saddlebags."--CW _____________________________________________ nero ash color \| colder fuel disconnect \| derestricted air intake \| blinder laser jammer \| throttlemeister \| invisiguard paint protection \| carbon fiber hugger \| ohlins rear shock \| ohlins fork re-valve \| ohlins steering damper \| R&G crash protectors \| iridium spark plugs \| headlight mod \| corbin backrest for 2-up riding \| dark wheels customized \| borella rectifier \| pivot covers \| k&n air filter \| HIDx1 \| pazzo shorty race levers \| gixxer mirrors \| Kisan Relay Flashers + Running Lights

07-15-2008, 08:31 AM	#97
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07-15-2008, 10:16 PM	#100
bobdavis73 apriliaforum expert Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Noblesville, IN Posts: 3,909	Done two tires so far No scratches and it works great. So far all I have done is tires for friends. I'll burn one up here in a few weeks. Did 300 + miles today. Bob __________________ The 2010 INDY MOTO GP Topic is now open. Join us for a great time in INDY! http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/s...d.php?t=187433 "Although all men are born free, slavery has been the general lot of the human race. Ignorant - they have been cheated; asleep - they have been surprised; divided - the yoke has been forced upon them. But what is the lesson? ...the people ought to be enlightened, to be awakened, to be united, that after establishing a govenment they should watch over it.... It is universally admitted that a well-instructed people alone can be permanently free." --James Madison

07-18-2008, 04:44 PM	#101
TxRider25 apriliaforum expert Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 738	Mojojohn bar order I also would like to order one of Dave's bars. Is he doing a batch now? __________________ John

06-20-2008, 09:28 AM	#92
RAS apriliaforum expert Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: PA USA Posts: 3,757	That would be the, very big dollar, NoMar setup. The clamping setup is top shelf and you pay for it. the bar works well for dismounting, not so good at installation. This new lever we've been yacking about has the NoMar's dismount design, but uses the superior MojoLever mounting end.

07-15-2008, 08:12 AM	#96
DaveNC apriliaforum newb Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Sanford, NC Posts: 11	Hey guys, I'm the builder of the Dave bar. Have any of you guys had a chance to use it and are you happy with it? Also were the instructions straight forward enough to get the job done without any cursing. Hehe Cursing during tire changing means somethings not working right. I've decided to keep on building them. Seems like when ever I finish one batch more people want one and I kinda enjoy making them. Anyway just wanted to stop in and say howdy. Thanks, Dave

07-19-2008, 12:06 PM	#102
meanstrk apriliaforum expert Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Carthage, NC Posts: 2,512	Drop him a PM. He said he would be doing more, so I guess that would be a yes! __________________ Ron MSgt USMC (Retired!) Semper Fi! Nesba A #24 IBA #38812 RST Futura Colin Edwards RSV R Mille

07-31-2008, 07:59 AM	#104
DaveNC apriliaforum newb Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Sanford, NC Posts: 11	Hey guys, I'm just about finished with another batch of 14. I'm starting up a website within the next few days and would like to get some testimonials from some of you that have used the bar. I'd like to post your name comments and the motorcycle forum if you don't mind. I'd really appreciate your input. I'm only going to sell small numbers of the bars because they take SO much time to fab. I'll post the website up here so you can check it out. Thanks, Dave

07-31-2008, 10:35 AM	#105
TxRider25 apriliaforum expert Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, Texas Posts: 738	Not yet I'm itching to use the Dave Bar and am out scouting wheels/tires to change. But for now I will say the quality and rugged construction are better than anything I've seen or used. __________________ John

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