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An old post, but do you have a pic using a 2 post and stands? I'm tight on space and looking to add an alignment machine. If I can leverage using my 2 post lift with stands, that may be an option.

This guys seems to always sell used Hunter RoadForce GSP9700 balancers. Not sure if he buys them from shops and sells them newer models. This is the 2nd generation. He may ship. Not a bad price. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/tld/4679916519.html

Is the Bartec TPMS tool the best for re-programming TPMS sensors? Also, which brand would you recommend to replace TPMS sensors that are damaged or broken? Vehicles used on will be mostly Mazda, Land Rover, Ford, Mercedes, Tesla, Toyota type vehicles. Thanks!

If you are willing to pay for shipping, this is a good deal on this unit. http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/tld/4075179435.html I have seen several of his products that he refurbishes... He also has a 30 day warranty.

One situation, I bought a used Hunter GSP9700 Roadforce balancer and used it on a 21" Rim setup running low profile tires. The wheel was a stock setup from the factory (Mounted and balanced from factory). When driving at freeway speeds (approx 65-75) there will be periodic vibrations with the vehicle. I thought it may be the road. I drove on different lanes and different freeways (asphalt and concrete). Threw the tire on the balancer, no problems... The wheel was balanced. I enabled the roadforce on the machine, and it complained that the Roadforce variations were high for one of the wheels (approx 26 lbs). After match mounting the tire to the wheel, it reduced it down to 12 lbs. I match mounted the remaining wheels and and re-balanced. I test drove the vehicle again. The vibrations were gone. I personally believe it makes it difference, but more prevalent with larger rims with lower profile tires. Trucks/SUV have more tolerance than sedans than sport cars. If possible, I try to reduce the roadforce variation to under 15 lbs. The machine has a maximum setting of 26 lbs, but I think it is more for sedans. Trucks/Suv are higher. Just my .02.

Thanks for your help. I will look into it.

Thanks Xrac. I have the Hunter GSP9700 roadforce balancer and its a great machine. Appreciate the help of your findings on Monday. I looked at Coats and it seems it is quite a popular tire changer. Your findings will help me chose which will work best for my use. Thanks!

Thanks Joe and xrac. It seems there isn't a tire changer that can handle it all it seems? Hi Xrac, do you have a specific model for the Coats you recommend that can handle it all or the best all around?

Hi, I wanted to get some of your input as to what tire changers you recommend that can handle a multitude of rim types and tires such as run flats, low profiles, light truck tires, etc... Preferably looking at leverless tire changers to minimize rim damage with the tool bar. I was originally look the Ranger RX3040 and the Hunter Auto28, or the Hunter TCX575. I haven't seen many reviews on the Ranger RX3040 but it seems like a nice machine. The Hunter machines are quite pricier. Can anyone share their thoughts as to what would be the best recommended tire changer for ease of use and flexiblity in regards to the different rims and tires on the market? Would you recommend any of the ones above or have reviews of all 3 of those models?