Tire lifter.

**big o** · Aug 8, 2020, 05:01 PM

Tire/wheel lifter, made from a VW Bilstein jack,takes awhile to raise a wheel due to it's low gearing, takes little effort to crank.

**DIYer** · Aug 9, 2020, 05:17 AM

Thanks big o! We've added your Tire Lift to our Jacks and Lifts category,
as well as to your builder page: big o's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Tire Lift by big o

tags: tire, jack, lifting

**Elizabeth Greene** · Aug 10, 2020, 06:45 PM

I used a tool like this (made by OTC) to change the wheel bearings on heavy trucks and trailers. It let me pull both wheels and the hub, a 200lb+ assembly, without extruding any internal organs. If I remember right it was hydraulic, but it's been long enough that I don't trust my memory. 10/10 awesome tool.

**dgbreggin** · Aug 10, 2020, 09:41 PM

Low gearing, little effort... Maybe adapt it for an electric drill / driver (cordless or corded). Just a thought...

**baja** · Aug 17, 2020, 08:55 AM

Originally Posted by Elizabeth Greene

I used a tool like this (made by OTC) to change the wheel bearings on heavy trucks and trailers. It let me pull both wheels and the hub, a 200lb+ assembly, without extruding any internal organs. If I remember right it was hydraulic, but it's been long enough that I don't trust my memory. 10/10 awesome tool.

I have one for large truck tires, possibly made by OTC. It uses a long hydraulic jack such as used in portable engine hoists. It was given to me and I used it once for achore which I don`t remember and it sits awaiting a new use. For installing tires I generally use a shovel under the tire to raise it up to the lugs.