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Old 12-08-2017, 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Gordon Shumway
When my GTS shows up in a couple of months, Pulling a wheel is one of the first things I want to try. Unfortunately I'll have to spend another $300-$400 for the torque wrench & breaker bar. I'm not ashamed to admit I have no earthly idea what 440 ft-lbs of torque feels like, so I can't fake it and say close enough.
Hope you weigh over 160lbs.
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Old 12-08-2017, 09:43 AM
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I weigh 180 (yes, I'm trying to lose a little), and I had no trouble last month when I put my winters on. If you have the Precision torque wrench and breaker bar, the 42" length gives you plenty of leverage. And I never used my weight - when applying force I always pulled up so as to not put undue stress on the suspension bits. It's really no big deal once you've done it once...
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I used a torque multiplier and never had a problem with the wheels moving.
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I used a torque multiplier and never had a problem with the wheels moving.
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Originally Posted by ipse dixit
Why would you want to do it yourself? Much less by yourself?
If your mechanically incline, this is a relatively straight forward process. CL gets a bad stigma regarding it's difficulties, but it's not hard just take a bit more time with the right tools.
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Old 12-08-2017, 10:46 PM
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Originally Posted by mikex25
If your mechanically incline, this is a relatively straight forward process. CL gets a bad stigma regarding it's difficulties, but it's not hard just take a bit more time with the right tools.
I just pay someone to do it.

Time is too precious.
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Old 12-09-2017, 04:46 PM
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I can change all 4 of my wheels in 60-90 minutes. I couldn’t get to and from the dealer in that little time, plus needing someone to help transport the other wheels. I enjoy doing it, and it gives me a chance to do a thorough cleaning. But to each his own.
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Old 12-09-2017, 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by bwiele
I can change all 4 of my wheels in 60-90 minutes. I couldn’t get to and from the dealer in that little time, plus needing someone to help transport the other wheels. I enjoy doing it, and it gives me a chance to do a thorough cleaning. But to each his own.
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I did it with my 5-lug wheels, and I do it with my centerlocks.
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Old 12-09-2017, 10:50 PM
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Originally Posted by bwiele
I can change all 4 of my wheels in 60-90 minutes. I couldn’t get to and from the dealer in that little time, plus needing someone to help transport the other wheels. I enjoy doing it, and it gives me a chance to do a thorough cleaning. But to each his own.
^^ This. Having the option to do things myself offers enjoyment not to mention $$ savings. I really enjoy tinkering with my car, and many tinkering prospects begin with wheel removal. Like the SOUL high flow cats I put on today. For me it’s therapy.
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The steering lock keeps the wheels reasonably straight. Just don't turn the ignition. I have KESSY, not sure if that changes things. But all 991s have steering lock, just a matter of engaging it.
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I made a couple of time lapse videos when I changed mine. I didn’t experience any issue with wheels turning when tightening up whilst the car was in the air.
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See, it doesn’t take that long. Good job.
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