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*You should be able to find stick-on tire weights at any shop that changes tires. You'll probably have to buy in bulk otherwise. A shop may just hand you an ounce or two (more than enough) but talk with one of the guys actually doing the work... not the morons behind the counter who never get dirty. | *You should be able to find stick-on tire weights at any shop that changes tires. You'll probably have to buy in bulk otherwise. A shop may just hand you an ounce or two (more than enough) but talk with one of the guys actually doing the work... not the morons behind the counter who never get dirty. | ||
:You can also check out hobby shops that cater to R/C planes and cars. The R/C crowd uses them for weight balance on their toys. A 20-pack of 1/4 oz stick-on weights should run ~$5. | |||
*Use a 5 gal plastic bucket to hold your rim. It makes it MUCH easier to get some leverage with the tire irons. You can also get up on top of the tire/wheel and use your knees to push down on the tire or irons if needed. | *Use a 5 gal plastic bucket to hold your rim. It makes it MUCH easier to get some leverage with the tire irons. You can also get up on top of the tire/wheel and use your knees to push down on the tire or irons if needed. | ||