Ammco 2-Pack Shoe Sock Bead Loosener (8183606)

The Ammco 2-Pack Shoe Sock Bead Loosener (8183606) is an essential accessory for any professional or enthusiast performing tire changes. Designed to enhance the safety and precision of tire service, these protective socks provide a crucial barrier between your tire changer's bead shovel and valuable rims and tires. They are specifically engineered to fit seamlessly onto Ammco and Coats rim clamp tire changers, ensuring that wheels remain free from scratches, marring, and other forms of damage during the often forceful bead loosening process. By incorporating these simple yet highly effective components into your tire changing routine, you can extend the life of your equipment, maintain the aesthetic integrity of your customers' or your own vehicles, and execute a more efficient and professional tire service. This 2-pack ensures you always have a spare on hand, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity in your shop or garage.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Rim and Tire Protection: Specifically designed to prevent scratching, marring, and other damage to expensive rims and delicate tire sidewalls during bead separation.
• Enhanced Compatibility: Optimized for a wide range of Ammco and Coats rim clamp tire changers, including models in the 50, 60, 70 series, RC200EX, and APX series, as well as motorcycle/ATV tire changers.
• High-Quality Material: Constructed from specialized rubber or plastic, offering excellent resilience and resistance to wear and tear from repeated use.
• Improved Efficiency: Allows for smoother bead loosening without the need for extra caution against damaging surfaces, thereby speeding up the tire changing process.
• Cost-Effective Solution: A small investment that helps avoid costly repairs or replacements of damaged rims and tires, saving money in the long run.
• Two-Pack Convenience: Comes as a pair, providing a ready replacement or enabling simultaneous use if needed, ensuring continuous operation.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Included: Two (2) Ammco Shoe Sock Bead Looseners when purchased.

HOW TO USE:

• Prepare the Tire Changer: Ensure your Ammco or Coats rim clamp tire changer is properly set up and ready for a tire change.
• Identify the Bead Loosener Shovel: Locate the bead loosener shovel (also known as the "spade" or "shoe") on your tire changer. This is the component that makes contact with the tire sidewall to push the bead off the rim.
• Slide on the Shoe Sock: Take one Ammco Shoe Sock Bead Loosener and slide it over the end of the bead loosener shovel. Ensure it fits snugly and covers the entire contact surface of the shovel.
• Confirm Secure Fit: Verify that the shoe sock is securely in place and will not slip off during operation.
• Proceed with Bead Loosening: You can now safely proceed with loosening the tire bead, confident that the protective sock will cushion the contact point and prevent damage to the wheel and tire.
• Inspect and Replace: Periodically inspect the shoe socks for signs of wear or damage. Replace them as needed to maintain optimal protection.

BENEFITS OF USING AMMCO 2-PACK SHOE SOCK BEAD LOOSENER (8183606):

• Prevention of Damage: Ensures no aesthetic or structural damage to expensive wheels and tires.
• Professional Service Outcome: Enhances customer satisfaction by preserving vehicle components.
• Increased Efficiency: Technicians can work more quickly and confidently, reducing the risk of incidental damage.
• Small Investment, Large Returns: A cost-effective way to protect your equipment and improve service quality.

FEATURES:

• Custom-Fit Design: For various Ammco and Coats tire changer models.
• Slip-On Installation: For quick and effortless application.
• Resilient Rubber Composition: Withstands repeated pressure and friction.
• Non-Abrasive Surface: Glides smoothly against tire and rim.
• Ergonomic Shaping: Conforms to the bead shovel's contours.
• Packaged as a Pair: For immediate use and backup availability.