CSK 911 C4S

If anyone is looking for one of these I just had a chance to use mine for the 1st time changing back to summer rubber.

These should have been included in our little tool kit from the start.

I picked up the stainless one.


http://www.reverselogic.us/shop.html...rcescroll=true

bkrantz

Nice, and not a bad price.

I made my own years ago from a 14mm x 1.5 bolt. Just cut off the head, and used the grinder to round the end.

For those who change wheels and have not tried one, it makes life much easier (and less risky).

Ski Porsche

Two of them are even better.

LexVan

Yup.

CSK 911 C4S

After using this yesterday it's a great caliper and brake rotor saver.

Seemed like I was always hitting the heck out of the caliper/rotor trying to change wheels.

I bet it's a must have if you have the carbon ceramic brake package..... I can just imagine chipping a brake rotor when changing wheels.

LexVan

Very true words. I think the PCCB owners get this tool, standard, in their tool kits??? Can someone confirm/deny? Thanks.

StormRune

Agree that two are the best way to go, but one is better than none. Two keep the wheel from swinging side-to-side and maybe kissing the caliper.

Bents

Awesome - which thread size?

KM1959

I have one of those and found that it just added a couple of extra steps to the process. The wheels will be supported by the hub center without the tool so why thread it in and then out? Others obviously like it so I guess it is just personal preference.

Penn4S

What is the thread size for our cars?

StormRune

They engage the wheel before the wheel moves over the calipers. They help prevent chipping the paint on the corners of the calipers if you accidentally bobble it either on removal or reinstallation. There isn't a lot of room between the wheel and the calipers so it doesn't take a lot to hit them.

StormRune

14x1.5, but it is easiest to just search for "Porsche wheel guide" and you'll get a lot of hits.

tstafford

Definitely seems worth it to buy the stainless one that CSK recommends. But here's the link on Suncoast if anyone is very cost conscious.

http://www.suncoastparts.com/product/99957107430.html

CSK 911 C4S

The extra step is well worth getting the weight off my arms trying to line up the bolt holes.

Yesterday I just orientated the wheel with the security bolt at 12 o'clock and removed that one completely and inserted the tool then removed the rest of the bolts. Installed the other wheel and the bolt holes lined up lickety-split. No cussing.

sctanton52

I do all my own summer/winter tire/wheel changes. I have used two of them for years, mine are SS. I also use a lifting wheel dolly so I do not have to lift the wheel/tire which can get a wee-bit heavy. The only PCCB car I have is the 911 which does not see winter use, so no regular changes required, it is also CL.