Installing used tires studs

The customer should drive normally try to avoid hard cornering, acceleration and braking for a few days or so approx. Place the tire to be studded over the mandrel aluminum shoe of the K-5 stand. Unless the tire stud size is already identified, follow the following general guideline: Measure the depth of the hole to be studded with a tire tread depth gauge. Lubricate the hole with water to allow for easier installation and longer equipment life.

Align the tip of the stud gun three external finger with the hole. Press the stud gun assembly firmly downward inserting gun tip into hole. Depress the stud gun trigger while maintaining downward pressure, release the trigger and relieve the downward pressure.

As do tires, tire studs come in different sizes. The larger and thicker the tire, the large and broader the tire stud. Most tires that accept tire studs will designate what size stud they take on the manufacturer's sticker on the tire. Another place to look is the sidewall of the tire. Only insert the proper-sized tire stud into the tire. You may also want to check on your state's tire stud laws before installing them. Some states have limitations to what months they can be on your vehicle, and some prohibit them altogether.

As a driver, it's your responsibility to know the laws of whatever state you're driving in. Spray a very small amount of lubricant into each stud hole of each tire you're studding.

This will help seat the stud in the proper location. Attach the stud gun to an air hose, and allow pressure to build up in the air compressor. Place the used tires on a flat surface. Lubricate the pre-drilled holes for the studs using soapy water, which will make the installation smoother.

Pour 1 cup of soapy water into a spray bottle, then spray each hole before installing the stud. Place the tip of the stud gun in alignment with the stud hole on the used tire. Firmly press down and squeeze the trigger for the stud gun to release and insert the stud.