Extreme Outback Products

For those times you need to pop a bead...Tyrepliers Usually, we're more concerned with keeping the tire beads seated than getting them to come off. But on the trail, there are those times when we do want them off the rim. Be it to repair a flat, put a patch on a larger wound, or insert a tube, the bead(s) must be broken. That task ca be a chore (and change) without the right equipment, so let us introduce Tyrepliers, a handy bead breaker tool make in Australia, and part of a line of manual tire changing tools imported by Extreme Outback Products. Tyrepliers work on rims 10 to 16.5 inches in diameter and come with an ATV adapter that also makes it fit 4 to 9 inch diameter wheels. With an optional extension, the Tyrepliers can accommodate 17- to 22.5-inch wheels, and for commercial stuff, they are heavy duty "Trukpliers," made to handle diameters from 16 to 24.5 inches. There's even a vehicle-mounted manual tire changer available, but it's probably the standard Tyrepliers that are of greatest interest to four wheelers. We've found the tyrepliers very easy and fast to use, be it on the trail or for dismounting tires at home. Basically, you set the Tyrepliers on the wheel, stand on it, push out the handles on the tool, and the bead pops off. It's a lot faster and easier than using a Hi-Lift, hammer, or driving over the tire. Very well made and warranted for life, Tyrepliers may be one of those things you hope you won't have to use on the trail-but when you do, they're darn nice to have. The standard Tyrepliers work on 10- to 16.5-inch rims and come in a canvas bag that is easily stashed inside the vehicle. Included is an ATV adapter, which you may want to bring along as well. Don't tell anybody, but we've found several field uses for Tyrepliers, other than what they were intended for. Such use voids the warranty, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. To break a bead, remove the valve core, adjust the Tyrepliers to the correct rim diameter (each hole is marked), and push the tab on the adjustable end into place, by foot. Then push the jaws inward, at the handle-end, as far as possible between the tire and rim. To get the jaws all the way in, which is important, it can help to "walk" them a bit with the handles. This particular tire and wheel had been joined for over 15 years, yet the Tyrepliers easily broke the bead when pulling the handle. In really stubborn cases, you may have to repeat the procedure with the 'Pliers in a few different positions on the wheel, but normally you can just step on the tire to complete the process. It's a simple and effective scissor action that spreads the jaws and forces the tire bead from the rim. A video that better shows how to use the Tyrepliers and the manual tire changer is available for $6.95 (refundable at purchase), but using the Tyrepliers is really as easy as it looks. If you don't already have them, tire irons are an excellent complement to the Tyrepliers to get the tire completely off the wheel, and back on. These sturdy tire irons are 23 inches long and fit in the storage bag with the 'Pliers. Product Warning This tool is quality Australian designed and manufactured hand tool to be used for the purpose of Tire Bead Breaking. Only the highest quality material and construction techniques have been employed in the manufacture of this product. This tool is not designed for any other application other tan for use as a tire bead breaker and must not be used for any other purpose other than that in this stated warning. The manufacturer and it agents will accept no liability/responsibility for any damage that may occur to property or persons arising from the misuse of this tool. Warranty Tyrepliers have a Lifetime Warranty from date of purchase. This warranty covers faulty material or workmanship but excludes electroplating. This warranty will be deemed null and void if the tool has been used in any way contrary to the recommended operating instructions or if the tool has been modified in any way. The use of handle extensions will also cause this warranty to become invalid. Operating Instructions To break the bead, all air pressure in the tire must be released by removing the valve core. To use the tool correctly, please follow these instructions. Adjust Tyrepliers to your rim size (10", 12", 13", 14", 15", 16", or 16.5") Use the optional 17"-22" extension leg for rims (17", 18", 19", 20", 21" or 22") To use ATV Adapter, remove the existing leg and place the ATV adapter between the adjuster using the 4"-9" measurements (4", 5", 6", 7", 8" or 9") With the deflated tire & rim (valve core removed) on a flat surface, stand on the wheel and get your balance. Locate Tyrepliers across the center of the rim and simultaneously apply pressure i) With your foot (to locate the Tyrepliers stabilizing foot) ii) With both hands on both of the tool handles Keeping the two handles together, apply enough pressure to force the jaws in and under the rim. Special note: Extra care must be taken when breaking the bead on 4"-9"inch range of tires as most have a very thin 2-ply wall. The jaws must be forced all the way in and onto the wire bead before full pressure is applied to the long handle. If this procedure is not observed, damage to the tire sidewall may occur. Warning - Damage to the tire sidewall may occur if full pressure is applied to the long Handle before the jaws are forced all the way under the rim and onto the tire bead. Once the jaws are forced all the way, keep outward pressure on the shorter handle, and operate the long handle outward, thereby forcing the tire away from the rim. (see photo) Move the tool around the rime and repeat the action until the bead pops. Turn the wheel over the repeat the procedure as stated above until the back bead pops. Handy Hints For All Rim Sizes: Should it be difficult to force the jaws all the way in and under the rim do not continue. Take a tire iron and drive it in with a hammer between the bead and rim and now force the jaws of the Tyrepliers in alongside the tire iron. Proceed with the standard operating instructions outlined above. When breaking ATV tire beads, it may be helpful to leave in 1 or 2 psi of air pressure. This will stiffen the sidewall, making it easier to break the bead with the Tyrepliers tool. Safety Caution: Always wear appropriate eye protection when doing tire repairs.

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