If you're dealing with the dual-nut setup common on rigs bigger than 1-ton, one of the gear-reduction torque multipliers is just about a necessity for wheel changing without a BIG air impact wrench. That tool, the right sockets, and a long cheater bar, plus a lot of sweat will get the job done. Using a hydraulic bottle jack considerably higher-capacity than really necessary, like maybe a 12-ton, will increase the footprint and stability. Those little jacks are just too tippy to suit me, even if they will handle the lifting requirements!

One other thing- - - - -remember that some lugs have LEFT-HAND threads!
Jerry

Last edited by Hotrod Lincoln; 08/25/2010 12:59 PM.
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