Patent ID: 6321818
Filing Date: 2001-11-27
Classification: B60C

Abstract:
A tool for use in installing or removing the bead seat band and rim flange of a multiple piece wheel as part of a tire changing or servicing operation, comprising:a tool body having a corner;a first elongated surface at said corner adapted to engage a rim flange and a bead seat band in an axial direction;a second elongated surface at said corner adjacent said first surface at an acute angle to said first surface and adapted to engage the rim flange in an axial direction at a location spaced from the intended point of engagement of the rim flange by said first surface;said first and second surfaces defining a notch opening away from said tool body; anda tool mounting fixture connected to said body generally oppositely of said notch, said tool mounting fixture including a pivot having an axis generally parallel to said first surface and the direction of elongation thereof.