Main tire replacement techniques on a 9A?

I'm used to a taildragger and changing tires. Not sure the best way to go about replacing a main on the A model. Is the Van's jack the only way to go?

You can also jack it up using a motorcycle jack (or something equivalent). Just put a box on top then slide it under the wing spar.

Take off the wheel nut, slip a tube inside the axle, jack up the end, slide the tire outward, put a block under the axle, and lower the jack. That, or use a wing jack. While they are quick, they scare me. I have used both methods, depending on the tools at hand. I saw a tire changed on a 12 with two guys under the wing, lifting with their backs. Not a recommended method...

Bob

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I'm used to a taildragger and changing tires. Not sure the best way to go about replacing a main on the A model. Is the Van's jack the only way to go?

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Many threads in the archives on this subject. Try these:

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=123309&highlight=jacking

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=120537&highlight=jacking

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=82111&highlight=jacking

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=113127&highlight=jacking

Many more where those came from, the VAF Search engine is your friend.

Thanks for the tip, Ted!

tc1234c said:

You can also jack it up using a motorcycle jack (or something equivalent). Just put a box on top then slide it under the wing spar.

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Since the behemoth GL1800 left, I haven't used mine, but it safely lifted 900# several times.
Placed correctly, with an appropriate extension and pad, the jack will reduce the point load, as well as providing more access to the wheel.

The ultimate jack pad made for RV's from Bogert Aviation: