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Price: $21.19
AutoRacingTechnik Lightweight Aluminium M12 x 1.5 Wheel Fitting Guide Tool (VER1.1) to suit BMW 840i, 840ci, 850i, 850ci, 850csi E31 (*Limited Time Offer)
AutoRacingTechnik produce this simple but useful tool to assist in the fitting of your wheels with ease. Modern wheel and tyre combinations easily weigh over 30kg/79lbs. Moreover a single wheel+tyre is aproaching 700mm/30in in diameter and an average of 300mm/12in wide it is difficult for one person to lift and align wheel bolt holes without a helping hand.A single tool has been tested to safely hold loads of 25kg/55lb when used correctly, and its weight holding ability is extended when used in pairs. Why struggle to align wheel bolt holes and riskgetting hurt or scratching/chipping those nicely painted wheels or brake calipers?
Sometimes referred to as a 'wheel hanger', this VERSION 1.1 has improvements over the original VER1.0 (steel) design. This tool is useful in an emergency and a purposeful addition to your BMW onboard tool kit. Only available in anodised aluminium finish. AutoRacingTechnik's Wheel Fitting Guide/Aid Tool gives your vehicle that OEM addition that was lacking when it first left the factory.Perfect for track day events, or when you have a 2nd set of wheels/tyres for winter use.This product is proudly designed and manufactured in Melbourne, Australia.
Features:-
- 42g lightweight aircraft grade T6061 aluminium ensures strength to hold test load over 25kg/55lbs each
- Corrosion resistant anodised aluminium finish
- Designed to be carried in factory tool roll/bag or glove box or map holder pockets
- Extended 140mm shaft length makes deeper or wider performance wheels easier to slide on or off compared to shorter ones on the market
Designed to be carried onboard your BMW as part of the factory tool kit, it will not corrode or cause serious damage if it gets tossed around in the luggage compartment/front boot while vehicle is in motion like the heavy steel or stainless steel ones.INCORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT EXISTS ON THE INTERNET, PLEASE ADHERE TO THE INSTRUCTIONS LAID OUT BY THIS SELLER OR MANUFACTURER (AUTORACINGTECHNIK) TO PREVENT INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO WHEEL OR VEHICLENOTE: LISTING IS FOR 2 PIECES ALUMINIUM WHEEL FITTING GUIDE/AID TOOL ONLY.
Users Guide:1. Ensure wheel/tyre is raised and not in contact with the ground
2a. When using only 1 Wheel Fitting Guide Tool, rotate wheel or wheel hub so that one wheel bolt hole is resting in the 6 o'clock position. Insert tool into 6 o'clock bolt hole position ensuring at least 8 complete turns are used when screwed in. or2b. When using a pair of Wheel Fitting Guide Tools, rotate wheel or wheel hub so that any 2 wheel bolt holes are resting in the 7 o'clock and 5 o'clock position. Insert 1 tool in 7 o'clock bolt hole position and the other in the 5 o'clock position ensuring at least 8 complete turns are used when screwed in
3. Guide the wheel bolt hole/s of the wheel onto end of tool, then slide wheel in until the centre hub is seated on wheel centre
4. Fit 4 or 3 (when using 2 tools) other wheel bolts and ensure they are hand tight5. Remove Wheel Fitting Guide Tool/s, then fasten remaining wheel bolt/s6. Lower vehicle and once tyre is in full contact with the ground, torque wheel bolts to factory recommendation/specificationsWARNING:-1. THIS PRODUCT MUST ONLY BE USED WITH ROAD WHEEL & TYRE OFF THE GROUND IN A SAFE AND SUITABLE MANNER. WHEEL BOLTS/FASTENERS SHOULD NEVER BE COMPLETELY REMOVED WHILE THE TYRE IS STILL IN CONTACT WITH THE GROUND. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE WHEEL & TYRE TO SLIP OFF2. WHEN FITTING OR REMOVING TOOL/S, ENSURE THREADS ARE UNDAMAGED AND CLEAR OF ANY DEBRIS.3. TOOL/S MUST BE INSERTED WITH A MINIMUM OF 8 COMPLETE TURNS INTO WHEEL HUB THREADS.4. INCORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT EXISTS ON THE INTERNET, PLEASE ADHERE TO THE INSTRUCTIONS LAID OUT BY THIS SELLER OR MANUFACTURER (AUTORACINGTECHNIK) TO PREVENT INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO WHEEL OR VEHICLE.5.THIS SELLER TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR MISUSE OF THIS PRODUCT
Suitable for the following BMW models and its variants:-
E10, E21,E24, E26, E28, E30, E31, E32, E34, E36, E39, E46
See separate listings for different models:-AWFT001 - M14 x 1.5mmAWFT002 - M12 x 1.5mmAWFT003 - M12 x 1.25mmAWFT004 - M14 x 1.25mm
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1.All standard AutoRacingTechnik terms and conditions of sale apply.
2.All items will be packed for freight worthy transport to prevent damage during transport, however, this seller accepts no responsibility if damage occurs during transport.
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