BeadBuster XB-550 User Manual

XB-550
HEAVY DUTY
OWNERS MANUAL
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5. The BeadBuster XB-550 is equipped with a 2-sided Ram foot, as well as a magnetic
spacer that, when combined, will accommodate a wide range of Wheel Sizes.
Different wheels (ATV’s vs. farm tractors vs. agricultural vs industrial, etc) all have
different size wheel rim lip sizes, most critically is the lip depth. The function of
the BeadBuster relies on the Ram Foot extending as far as possible underneath
the lip of the rim so that it covers the steel cord (bead bundle), but does not go so
far that it will engage the bead retainer when the rame foot pushes down. The 4
different combinations of ram foot side and spacer will work with a large range of
rim lip depths.
If you are unsure of your rim lip depth, you can approximate it by measuring the
outermost diameter of the lip of the rim, and subtracting the inside diameter of the
tire (standard tire diameter).
Rim Lip Depth = (Outer Rim Dia. – Tire Dia.) /2
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Bead Retainer
Steel Cord (Bead Bundle)
Rim Lip Depth
Rim Lip Thickness
d
d
4. Long Foot, no spacer
d > 1.245”
3. Long Foot w/ spacer
d = 1.025” – 1.245”
d
d
1. Short Foot w/ spacer
d = 0.585” – 0.805” (ATV’s)
2. Short Foot, no spacer
d = 0.805” – 1.025”

BeadBuster XB-550 Specifications

General

Brand	BeadBuster
Model	XB-550
Category	Tools
Language	English

Summary

Understanding Rim Lip Depth

Short Foot with Spacer

Accommodates rim lip depths from 0.585" to 0.805", suitable for ATVs.

Short Foot without Spacer

Accommodates rim lip depths from 0.805" to 1.025" without using the spacer.

Long Foot with Spacer

Accommodates rim lip depths from 1.025" to 1.245" with the spacer.

Long Foot without Spacer

Accommodates rim lip depths greater than 1.245" without using the spacer.

BeadBuster XB-550 Parts Identification

Instructions for Breaking a Bead

Step 1: Release Tire Pressure

Remove the valve core to release air pressure from the tire before proceeding.

Step 2: Position BeadBuster Feet

Insert the BeadBuster feet between the tire and rim, using the leverage handle.

Step 3: Clamp BeadBuster to Rim

Tighten the clamp bolt until the BeadBuster is vertical and touching the rim.

Step 4: Engage Ram Bolt

Run the ram bolt down to push the bead past the rim lip, avoiding thread stripping.