[RedFlyerRebecca]

Julie, my skillset grows as my need to fix something on a tight budget grows. Almost all the auto parts stores will have the small items like valve stems, tire patch kits, patch glue and tire change spoons. My estimation on if I can do something or not is based on 1) can I find instructions? 2) can I find or own the proper tools? 3) If it takes brute force, can I fake it? I learned that I can squeeze a small motorcycle tire with a furniture clamp to break a bead & for car tires & the bigger motorcycle, I use a 6 ton jack and the rear bumper of my bus. All I have to do is jack it up. Works like a charm! Also, 3 spoons isn’t enough for me. I use 6. They are relatively cheap & having more makes the job go much faster and easier.